Lions receiver Jameson Williams struggles in first two games of 2026 season

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Lions receiver Jameson Williams struggles in first two games of 2026 season
Summary

As the Detroit Lions prepare for their Week 3 game against the New York Jets, receiver Jameson Williams has shown inconsistent performance. In the first two games under new offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, Williams has only six catches for 78 yards and struggled with dropped passes. Despite the slow start, quarterback Jared Goff expressed confidence in Williams, noting that he is not worried about the receiver's lack of targets. The Lions aim to improve their run game, which significantly dropped in a matchup against the Buffalo Bills, while also looking to get Williams more involved in their offense.

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By the Numbers
  • •Lions are currently 1-1 ahead of facing the Jets.
  • •Williams has been targeted 13 times with minimal impact.
  • •Detroit's run game suffered against the Bills with only 66 rushing yards.
  • •Kickoff against the Jets is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.
Latest Updates
  • 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Jameson Williams Slow Start Should Not Alarm Lions Fans
  • 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN evaluates surprising early-season Lions trend
What they're saying
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Jameson Williams has six catches through two games, and ESPN calls the slow start a mirage. #Lions

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ESPN thinks Jameson Williams' early-season trend with the Lions is a mirage.

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