Jamaal Williams reaches out to Dan Campbell for potential Lions return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 12:20 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Former Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams has contacted head coach Dan Campbell about a possible return to the team. Williams, who has not played in 21 months, expressed his desire to finish his career with the Lions after spending the 2021 and 2022 seasons in Detroit. Although Campbell indicated that the Lions are currently set at running back, he stated that the team would keep Williams in mind for the future. Williams remains dedicated to his training, hoping to secure another opportunity in the NFL.
- •Jamaal Williams has not played in 21 months.
- •Williams contacted Dan Campbell about an NFL comeback.
- •The Lions currently have Jahmyr Gibbs as their primary running back.
- •Williams had a record 17 rushing touchdowns in 2022.
- •He is actively training in hopes of returning to the NFL.
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Jamaal Williams Reaches Out To Dan Campbell About Return to Lions
"Former Lions running back Jamaal Williams says he contacted Dan Campbell about an NFL comeback and would welcome another opportunity in Detroit.
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