Jamaal Williams schedules workout with the New England Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 9:23 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Former Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams is set for a workout with the New England Patriots this week as he tries to return to the NFL. After reaching out to Lions coach Dan Campbell about a potential reunion with Detroit, Williams has turned to the Patriots after they showed interest. The 31-year-old has been training diligently and has reportedly lost weight ahead of the workout. Williams last played in the NFL with the New Orleans Saints in 2024 and had a standout season with the Lions in 2022, rushing for 1,066 yards and 17 touchdowns.
- •Jamaal Williams last appeared in an NFL game in 2024.
- •He had 1,066 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns with the Lions in 2022.
- •Williams reached out to Lions coach Dan Campbell for a potential return.
- •He has trained extensively and lost weight ahead of the workout.
- •The workout with the Patriots is scheduled for this week.
- 9:23 PMYahoo Sports — Former Lions RB Jamaal Williams Lands Workout
"Former Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams has landed an NFL workout as he attempts to make his return to the league.
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