Join Heavy on Lions! Jayden Waddle and DeVonta Smith both entered the 2021 NFL Draft, leaving only John Metchie III and Slade Bolden as past producers. Good with the ball in his hands because of his speed and balance. Former NFL cornerback Kyle Wilson, a former first-round draft pick who played in the league from 2010-2016 with both the New York Jets and New Orleans Saints, shared his opinion about Detroit's . 40-yard dash time: 4.39. He is a pure deep threat that creates nightmares for opposing defenses with his ability to go deep and be a home run threat from anywhere on the field at any given moment. Rookie Projection: Vertical Threat Receiver, Third Year Projection: Best Deep Ball Receiver in the NFL, Check us out on our socials: DraftKings operates pursuant to an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. The next year, he piled on 1,626 yards and 22 touchdowns on 68 receptions. Pro Football Network, LLC. Has a tendency to body-catch throws at his body, which can lead to drops. He struggles with contact, and requires open space to operate. He should be a productive NFL starter and probably a WR1 by year 2 or 3 in the league and will provide a welcome asset to any quarterback throwing him the ball. Some reports are saying he is ahead of the scheduled 5-7 month recovery time, meaning he could be ready for training camp. He came to the SEC and dominated immediately, becoming the primary target of 2023 QB prospect Bryce Young. In short, he's a freakish speedster, with underrated elements in his game. Our colleagues at Draft Wire, headed by editor Luke Easterling, were definitely fans of Williams pre-draft. His speed and ability to sink his hips help generate separation when hes afforded space. A phenomenal speed threat that breezes by opposing defenders with unerring ease, Williams also possesses impressive catch-point prowess with next-level ball tracking, body control, and balance. (55%*), 32 1/8 There are some aspects to Williams game that can improve with NFL coaching. With his production and physical potential, Williams earned a four-star recruit status in the 2019 class. Meanwhile, Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave earned greater roles above him. Has a feel for space versus zone coverages. It is problematic when stronger defenders get hands-on him and means Williams may not win many contested catches. After transferring, has Alabama WR Jameson Williams strengthened his scouting report enough to be the WR1 in the 2022 NFL Draft? His game can take the top off of the defense. His catching and ball tracking abilities are the perfect compliment and give him a high floor as a deep threat receiver. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'draftdive_com-large-mobile-banner-1','ezslot_7',116,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-draftdive_com-large-mobile-banner-1-0'); Other than using his speed, Williams is very raw as a route runner. Over the past two cycles, four Crimson Tide receivers have gone Round 1. While Williams was a junior, he was a two sport athlete in football and track where he holds the state record in the 300-Meter Hurdles and won two titles. He was ranked the #2 WR in the state and the 15th in the country by ESPN. Williams has above-average hands and flashes good catching range, but he has a propensity to body-catch throws at him. Hell make a play here or there, but it's unlikely hell be a dominant fantasy presence in his first year in the pros. Florida (2021), Georgia (2021), Cincinnati (2021), Auburn (2021), Williams used effective quickness and hand fighting to ensure defenders couldnt get hands on him. Jameson Williams is an outside wide receiver with true home run speed that will translate to any NFL offense. Player Summary 2021 was a spectacular year for Jameson Williams where he exploded into the national attention. Jameson Williams: Scouting reports from before the Lions draft Draft Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans. Mel Kiper/Todd McShay (ESPN): No. With all that said, Williams finds a way to separate down the field, and it gives him the ability to make deep catches. The Alabama WRs athleticism translates easily to his route running. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500(VA). Williams has been Alabamas most productive pass catcher and hes also had two kickoff return touchdowns. His lack of weight and play strength will also show up in blocking, as he struggles to sustain. Here's a look at Williams' skill set, which grants him unmatched security in the first round of the draft. He is a monster with his ability to stretch the field vertically and track the deep ball. March 28, 2022 3:22 pm ET An Ohio State transfer who transformed the Alabama offense last season, Jameson Williams will look to overcome an injury and bring his explosive playmaking to the next. 1 option for a good NFL offense. His best routes, by far, are any vertical routes where he can just use his speed and post routes. He can also work through contact and snare passes under pressure. Legit home run catch-and-run threat, Hunt writes of Williams. 12 overall pick (and a Day 2 pick) to nab Williams. Picking him up later in the first round would be a steal if he is ready for the season. Smooth and fluid, quickly gets into breaks, and stays low on exit. Track sprinter with see-ya speed light feet to beat press and explode upfield makes sharp, 90-degree route cuts without gearing down quick to sink hips and stop on a dime at the top of his stem, creating opportunities for comebacks, double-moves, etc. You can not overthrow him, and that makes defenders fearful on every play. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. We have the brackets, dates, time, matchups, TV channels, live streaming outlets and more for the 2023 Horizon League Conference Tournament here. He has excellent burst and long speed that lets him take the top off defenses on deep routes, but he can also split defenders on underneath throws and consistently create yards after the catch. His speed threatens defenses to the point where their safeties have to ensure Williams doesnt get behind them. A late-season injury marred Williams outlook for a time. His ability to control or modulate his speed will allow him to win double moves, get easy completions in short to intermediate by selling deep routes, and finally take the top-off a defense and win on deep passes. 9 1/2 Williams caught 79 passes for 1,572 yards (19.9 yards per reception) and 15 touchdowns during his lone season at Alabama. With the 12th pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, the Detroit Lions selected wide receiver Jameson Williams. Call 1-800-GAMBLER (PA/OH) or 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Young makes everyone around him better. Has the body control to be able to consistently start and stop on his routes and understands how to use tempo to keep DBs off-balance. Not only is he a threat deep, but he can take short routes the distance as well. While Williams might not ever be elite at contest catching, he should be average as he adapts to the speed and strength of the NFL. Another DraftDive analyst has him in his top 5 receivers of the 2022 NFL draft. He collected over 30 offers, but ultimately decided to attend The Ohio State University.if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[336,280],'draftdive_com-banner-1','ezslot_6',113,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-draftdive_com-banner-1-0'); While at OSU, he played in 22 career games, totaling 15 receptions for 266 yards and 3 touchdowns. Can keep his feet bouncing off tacklers and create more yards after the catch. Jameson Williams is a 6-1.5, 170-pound Wide Receiver . Williams athletic foundation is extremely exciting, but so is his surprising polish and instinct as a receiver. The Tide might have another national title if that injury doesnt happen too. Excellent athlete with game breaking acceleration and long speed. Alabama's Jameson Williams, the projected top WR in the 2022 NFL Draft, tore his ACL last night vs. Georgia, per sources. Williams led Cardinal Ritter to the Class 3 state championship game his senior season. Assuming his recovery goes well, he should be able to make an immediate impact in year 2 when he has an entire healthy offseason and preseason to adjust entirely to the NFL game and see the speed of the game firsthand. Please play responsibly. Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA (select parishes)/MD/MI/NH/NJ/NY/OH/OR/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. As long as theres a sense that he can make a full recovery, teams will be jumping at the chance to add his brand of speed to their offense. Williams used effective quickness and hand fighting to ensure defenders couldnt get hands on him. Hes extremely effective at modulating his speed, but then has this fifth gear where very few people can catch him. This level of play continued for the entire season. Possesses quick and strong hands, plucks the ball out of the air, and displays solid eye/hand coordination. Heres what several notable draft analysts thought about Williams before the draft. The best deep threat in college football over the past year. That being said, his tools and traits cannot be overlooked, and in the right WR room, he can become a dangerous weapon. He shows overwhelming speed, quickness, and body control. Slight frame with skinny limbs and minimal bulk will rely on his body and wrists to finish catches needs to cut down on focus drops. Williams, although rehabbing a Torn ACL, is a premiere athlete. Because if it werent for a trip to the transfer portal, Williams mightve been buried on the depth chart somewhere else. He can be more calculated and coordinated during his breaks at times, and theres room for him to expand his route tree overall. In short, hes a freakish speedster, with underrated elements in his game. Longtime draft evaluator Emory Hunt offered up concise thoughts and hefty praise for Williams in his draft guide. Gets north in a hurry and can hit a home run on any snap. See terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. 15, Philadelphia Eagles, He might not be ready for Week 1 as he rehabs his torn ACL, but Williams has the wheels, elusiveness and hands to be a serious problem for NFL defenses. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'draftdive_com-box-4','ezslot_4',112,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-draftdive_com-box-4-0'); Williams attended Cardinal Ritter College Prep in Saint Louis, Missouri. The first thing that jumps off the tape with Williams is his rare speed and acceleration. The uniformity of both the positives and negatives makes Williams a relatively safe evaluation; youre not seeing wild fluctuations or divergent takes on the player. Bleacher Report summed up Williams thusly. He naturally sinks his hips on route breaks and uses fast feet to cut stems with suddenness. Overall, Williams will be an immediate weapon for any NFL offense due to his speed and explosiveness and will walk into the league as one of its fastest and most dangerous players. He has excellent burst and long speed that lets him take the top off defenses on. An Ohio State transfer who transformed the Alabama offense last season, Jameson Williams will look to overcome an injury and bring his explosive playmaking to the next level as one of the top wide receiver prospects in the 2022 NFL draft. Williams has a slight frame that could use a little healthy bulk, and sometimes struggles to get off of press coverage. Expanding on Williams route running, the Alabama WR knows how to subtly manipulate defensive backs downfield with his running angles. In the Florida game, there was only one rep where. Comes back to the ball, extends his hands, and snatches the pass out of the air. Suffered a torn ACL on January 10, 2022 in the National Championship game against Georgia. Before the injury, Williams was considered one of the top in the receivers in the class. Name: Jameson Williams The perfect marriage, unfortunately, came to a disastrous halt on January 10th, 2022, when the Alabama product tore his ACL during the National Championship Game versus Georgia. Buzz at Bryant-Denny Stadium remained high, but there was a talent gap from 2020. A taller DeSean Jackson is all I see when reviewing Williams. This causes occasional focus drops. Jameson has excellent physical makeup, as well. That was the case for Williams in 2021. Does not always use his hands to secure deep throws, allowing the ball into his pads and chest. This ability flashes the most on double-moves and makes him a tough guard for defenders throughout a game. CBs that werent afraid to get up on the LOS (line of scrimmage) and press him, give him frustrations.. Has a slight frame and below-average play strength. 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