Lions WR Jameson Williams misses practice due to shoulder injury
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 10:17 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams did not practice on August 17 due to a shoulder injury, as confirmed by coach Dan Campbell. Williams, along with cornerback Nick Whiteside, missed a second consecutive practice session. Campbell expressed no serious concern regarding either player's injuries. Both Williams and Whiteside showcased strong performance in training camp before their ailments. The Lions are likely monitoring their recovery ahead of upcoming practices.
- •Jameson Williams has a shoulder injury but is considered not serious.
- •Nick Whiteside is dealing with a hamstring issue.
- •Both players missed practice on August 17.
- •Coach Dan Campbell remains optimistic about their recovery.
- •Williams performed well during training camp before the injury.
- 10:17 PMYahoo Sports — Lions injury updates: Good news for Jameson Williams
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Lions WR Jameson Williams has shoulder injury
"Lions coach Dan Campbell says injuries to Jameson Williams and Nick Whiteside are not serious concerns.
"Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams has a shoulder injury, but it isn’t expected to be serious.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 10:17 PMLions injury updates: Good news for Jameson Williams
Detroit Lions WR Jameson Williams has a shoulder injury, but it isn’t expected to be serious.
- Yahoo SportsAug 17, 2026, 9:55 PMLions WR Jameson Williams has shoulder injury
Lions coach Dan Campbell says injuries to Jameson Williams and Nick Whiteside are not serious concerns.
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