Jameson Williams

Dave Birkett of The Detroit Free Press reported that he expects the Lions to throw the ball downfield more” under new OC John Morton.

Fantasy Impact

Morton replaces Ben Johnson who is now the Bears head coach. He was previously the passing game coordinator in Denver where Bo Nix threw downfield far more than Jared Goff did. It should help the potential fantasy value of Jameson Williams as the primary downfield threat.

Lions OC John Morton said it’s “going to be a breakout year” for Jameson Williams.

Fantasy Impact

Williams caught 58 passes for just over 1,000 yards and seven touchdowns last season. It is possible he earns more targets in a new offense following the departure of Ben Johnson. This will be a situation to monitor as the Lions offseason program progresses.

The Lions exercised the fifth-year option on WR Jameson Williams.

Fantasy Impact

Williams is now under contract through the 2026 season with Detroit. He flashed his upside last season with career-highs in receptions (58), receiving yards (1,001), and receiving touchdowns (7).

Jameson Williams hauled in five of his seven targets for 143 yards and one touchdown while also rushing once for seven yards in the Lions' 34-17 Week 16 win over the Bears.

Fantasy Impact

Williams continues to see moderate involvement in the Detroit offense, seeing five or more targets in each of the last seven games. The speedy wideout continues to offer fantasy managers an explosive offensive option in all formats, with a Week 17 Monday night contest against the San Francisco 49ers up next.

Jameson Williams caught three of his five targets for 37 yards and one touchdown in the Lions’ 48-42 Week 15 loss to the Bills.

Fantasy Impact

Williams was once again a main option in the Detroit passing attack, finishing with five or more targets for the sixth consecutive game. The versatile wideout remains a difference-making option with explosive-play upside for fantasy managers ahead of a Week 16 road matchup against the Chicago Bears.