Jameson Williams Fantasy Overview

2024 Summary

Production & Fantasy Finishes

Williams played 15 games, totaling 212.2 fantasy points (WR22) and 14.1 PPR points per game (WR26).

He caught 58 passes for 1,001 yards (21st) and 7 TDs, while also adding 61 rushing yards and a TD on 11 carries.

He posted four top-12 weekly finishes, though inconsistency remained with seven non-WR2 weeks.

Usage & Role

Williams operated as a versatile big-play threat, lining up 64.4% wide and 35.6% in the slot.

In the final nine games (including playoffs), he earned 17.3% of the team’s targets, second to Amon-Ra St. Brown (24.6%).

Efficiency Metrics

Williams was one of the NFL’s most efficient WRs, particularly after the catch:

• 8.9 yards after catch per reception (first among WRs with 50+ targets)
• +1.6 yards after catch over expectation (11th)
• 2.17 yards per route (18th)
• 3.4-yard average separation (12th)

His drop rate (3.7%) and catch rate (64.4%) both improved as the season progressed.

He ran hot, ranking WR42 in expected PPR points per game but WR25 in actual points per game.

Notably, his average target depth dropped from 13.8 yards (Weeks 1-7) to 10.6 yards (Weeks 10-18), indicating a shift toward more schemed touches and intermediate usage.

Offensive Context

Detroit’s offense was elite in volume, ranking first in total plays.

The Lions operated a run-first system (27th in overall pass rate, 53.4% neutral pass rate) but leaned on the pass in scoring range.

This environment was ideal for maximizing efficiency and sustaining long drives, aided by a top-10 supporting cast and former OC Ben Johnson’s design.

Williams’ big-play ability after the catch made him valuable for the Lions offense, but also led to inconsistency in fantasy scoring.

Historical Production & Trends

After a quiet start to his NFL career, 2024 marked Williams' true breakout.

From Week 10 on, he ranked WR22 in PPR points per game and saw increased involvement in all facets.

The shift toward a lower aDOT and higher efficiency shows growth and trust in his evolving role.

Injury History

Williams played 15 games in 2024, only missing games due to a suspension.

He missed one game in 2023 due to an ankle injury.

His ACL tear in college was Williams’ most significant injury, but he has stayed relatively healthy since then.

2025 Expectations

Projected Role & Competition

Williams should open 2025 as Detroit’s locked-in No. 2 WR behind Amon-Ra St. Brown.

The Lions did add rookie WR Isaac TeSlaa in the third round, but he’s unlikely to be a significant 2025 contributor on offense.

TE Sam LaPorta will continue to be a major part of the offense and get red-zone targets.

RBs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery will also contribute receiving work.

Supporting Cast

The Lions return one of the league’s most complete offensive units.

QB Jared Goff is back after one of his best seasons ever, ranking top five in completion rate, passing yards, and passing TDs.

The OL returns four of five starters after finishing 16th in ESPN run blocking success (72%) and 12th in pass blocking success (64%) last year. OTs Taylor Decker and Penei Sewell lock down the edges while Christian Mahogany returns on the interior. The Lions will need to replace All-Pro Center Frank Ragnow, who recently retired.

The Lions drafted OG Tate Ratledge in the second round. He’s expected to fill in at either Center or RG immediately.

Coaching & Offensive Scheme

Ben Johnson’s offense was built to play to the strengths of the passing game with quick reads, play-action, intermediate accuracy.

The Lions were first in the NFL in points with a 52.2% pass rate and 53.4% neutral pass rate. Though they were 27th in pace, they had ranked in the top 13 the three years prior.

Unfortunately, Johnson has moved on to coach the Bears. New OC John Morton was a senior offensive assistant under Johnson in 2022. Over the last two years, he was the passing game assistant for the Denver Broncos.

Morton vowed he would keep the offensive scheme intact, stating: “I’m not changing much. I mean, why? I mean, it’s working, right?”

If the scheme stays the same, Williams should continue to benefit from a strong offensive attack.