By Sunday 
Detroit Lions fans were promised fireworks when Jameson Williams inked that shiny $83 million, three-year extension. What they got instead feels more like one of those dollar-store sparklers—you light it up, it fizzles for a second, and then you’re left staring at smoke, wondering what you just paid for.
Two Catches a Game: Luxury Edition
Through four games, Williams has racked up 214 yards. But before you get excited, let’s be honest—most of that came from two deep plays. The rest? Well, let’s just say Detroit could’ve saved a fortune and gotten the same production from a random practice squad wideout. He’s averaging just two catches per game. That’s right—two! For $83 million, you’d think the guy would at least throw in free popcorn with every reception.
Goff’s Loyalty Card
To his credit, quarterback Jared Goff isn’t throwing his guy under the bus. In fact, he’s gone full PR mode:
“He’s as good a player as there is in this league… I thought Jamo did fine.”
Translation: Don’t look at him, look at me—I threw the interception. Nice try, Jared. But Lions fans can do math, and they know two catches per game doesn’t add up to “as good as there is.”
One-Trick Pony, Meet One-Trick Offense
Williams’ calling card is speed, and when it works, it’s gorgeous. But when it doesn’t? He’s basically running sprints for cardio while the offense pretends he’s more involved than he really is. Offensive coordinator John Morton swears he’s going to “work him back into the offense.” Great. Hopefully that doesn’t mean just running wind sprints while Goff throws checkdowns to running backs.
The Million-Dollar Question (Literally)
The Lions took a gamble by paying Williams early, betting on a breakout. Right now, it feels like Detroit bought front-row tickets to a Broadway show, only to find out the star forgot his lines. There’s time for him to turn it around—sure. But patience in football is about as rare as a Detroit snow-free December.
So here’s the bottom line: Jameson Williams is lightning fast. You just better catch him quick—because his impact might be over before you even blink.