By Zicpraiz 
The Detroit Lions are not close to finalizing a contract extension with wide receiver Jameson Williams, according to sources.
Williams, the 12th overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, is entering the final year of his rookie contract. While the Lions are expected to exercise the fifth-year option on Williams’ contract, which would keep him under team control through the 2026 season, a long-term extension is not imminent.
The delay in negotiations is reportedly due to concerns about Williams’ off-field behavior. In 2024, Williams served a two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s performance-enhancing drugs policy. Additionally, he was involved in an incident involving an unlicensed firearm.
These incidents, combined with Williams’ limited NFL experience, are giving the Lions pause. While Williams has shown promise on the field, the team wants to see more maturity and consistency from him before committing to a lucrative contract extension.
The Lions are expected to take a cautious approach with Williams, using the fifth-year option to retain his rights through 2026. This would give the team flexibility to reassess Williams’ value next offseason and potentially use the franchise tag if necessary.
For now, it appears that a contract extension for Williams is not a priority for the Lions. The team will likely focus on evaluating Williams’ performance on the field and his maturity off the field before considering a long-term commitment.