By Blessing 
Jameson Williams Shines as Lions Dominate Commanders, QB Calls Him ‘A Cheat Code’
Jameson Williams has remained composed all season, even when the passes didn’t come as frequently as he’d like. That calm demeanor carried through Sunday as the Detroit Lions wide receiver put on his best performance of the year.
Williams finished the game with six catches for 119 yards and a touchdown in Detroit’s 44-22 victory over the Washington Commanders. Remarkably, he recorded five catches in the third quarter alone — more than he had in seven of his eight games this season.
“I’m the same player every day. It don’t matter if I’m getting the ball or not getting the ball,” Williams said. “I’m the same player when I wake up. I go into meetings, practice or when I wake up Sunday for the game. I try not to let that affect me. I just go out there and make plays whenever my number is called.
“That’s just huge, and the biggest thing for me. I just want to make plays when my number is called, no matter how many times it’s called, because I can’t control that part. I just try to take advantage of every time my number is called.”
Sunday, Williams showcased his agility and speed, making defenders look off-balance with his short routes and sudden bursts downfield. Coming off the bye week, the Lions emphasized getting the ball to Williams more often. In the first game after the break, he had four catches for 66 yards and a touchdown, but on Sunday, he took it to another level.
One standout play occurred on an early third-and-6 in the first quarter. Williams made a short reception, quickly turned, and sprinted past Commanders cornerback Trey Amos for a gain that could have gone unnoticed amidst the 44-point offensive output.
“I think it was effective. Going over the gameplan, how they tried to play us, a lot of man and match coverage,” Williams explained. “So, us getting open and running away from the defensive backs was definitely part of the game. You’ve got to perfect that. Especially when you get man coverage, and they try to play back here, just snatch off and the ball will be there.”
The Lions also made a coaching adjustment, with Dan Campbell taking over play-calling duties from offensive coordinator John Morton. While Williams credited Campbell for managing the game effectively, he noted there was no guarantee the change would mean more targets — everything depended on in-game situations.
Campbell praised Williams’ work ethic. “He comes to work. He grinds on it, man. He’s been unbelievable, and we just hadn’t connected. Today, Goff got him going, made some big-time throws, and he made plays. It was good to see his confidence up. He’s really roaring and very much part of our guys.”
Quarterback Jared Goff was equally impressed. “…to see him have a game where he pops like that is fun,” Goff said. “That’s really dangerous. He’s one of the fastest guys in the league, and getting him in space, he’s a cheat code out there on the sideline. We want to do that as much as possible.”
Williams’ breakout game is a statement not just about his talent but about his consistency and mindset — a dangerous combination for any defense in the league.