Why Broncos rookie Seth Williams is an intriguing addition to a deep receiving corps
3 years, 6 months ago

Why Broncos rookie Seth Williams is an intriguing addition to a deep receiving corps

New York Times  

If Seth Williams hadn’t already had his pinch-me moment that told him he wasn’t in Alabama anymore, it came during his first ride to rookie minicamp last month. “You come in and you’re just seeing the mountains every day,” Williams, the former Auburn wide receiver selected in the sixth round by the Broncos in April’s draft, said in a phone conversation last week. So it’s all new, and it’s great to be around.” The scenery, of course, isn’t the only adjustment for the 6-foot-2, 211-pound receiver from Cottondale, Ala. Williams led Auburn in combined receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns the past three seasons as the top passing target in a run-centric Tigers offense. But that also begs the question: Why did Williams, graded by The Athletic’s Dane Brugler as a fourth-round prospect, slide so far during what the receiver acknowledged was a “frustrating” draft experience? I’m ready to show people that I have another level to my game that they haven’t seen yet.” Paton described Williams as “a piece of clay” after the draft, adding: “He’s really talented.

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NFL QB stock report, Week 11: Caleb Williams’ flaws have followed him from college
1 month, 1 week ago

NFL QB stock report, Week 11: Caleb Williams’ flaws have followed him from college

New York Times  

The Chicago Bears’ midseason offensive regression has raised concerns over Caleb Williams’ long-term viability as a franchise quarterback. Williams’ 15 sacks over the past two games are more than three teams have allowed all season — the most obvious sign of diminished confidence. “It’s really tough, probably one of the most difficult things to do especially with a guy like …

QB Caleb Williams has another rough day as the Bears lose to the Patriots 19-3
1 month, 1 week ago

QB Caleb Williams has another rough day as the Bears lose to the Patriots 19-3

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Right before Chicago’s bye week, it looked as if Caleb Williams had turned a corner. Playing behind a patchwork offensive line, Williams was sacked nine times and passed for just 120 yards during Sunday’s 19-3 loss to the lowly New England Patriots. The Bears lost 18-15 at Washington on Oct. 27 on Jayden Daniels’ last-second Hail Mary, and …

Mike Williams was traded, Lazard is out, and the Jets need answers at receiver (or tight end)
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mike Williams was traded, Lazard is out, and the Jets need answers at receiver (or tight end)

New York Times  

Malachi Corley was euphoric on the sideline, catching the high that comes when you score your first NFL touchdown. Williams never built chemistry with Aaron Rodgers after missing all of training camp, and even as his role increased with Allen Lazard sidelined the last two games, it didn’t amount to any production: 77 snaps, two targets and one catch for …

Daniels' Injury Could Impact QB Showdown vs. Williams
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Daniels' Injury Could Impact QB Showdown vs. Williams

Associated Press  

The matchup between the Chicago Bears and Washington Commanders will feature a quarterback selected with the first pick in the draft against one taken second. No. 1 pick Caleb Williams leads the Bears into his homecoming at Washington rolling along with three consecutive wins, while the Commanders are unsure if Daniels or journeyman Marcus Mariota will start Sunday.

Bears see improvement in Caleb Williams’ performance, but it comes in a 21-16 loss to Colts
3 months ago

Bears see improvement in Caleb Williams’ performance, but it comes in a 21-16 loss to Colts

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams produced promising numbers in his third career NFL start. 1 overall draft topped the 300-yard mark for the first time and got the Bears into the end zone twice with the first two TD passes of his pro career, Williams could not complete a fourth-quarter comeback attempt at Indianapolis, suffering his second straight …

Williams struggles in second NFL game as Bears fall to Texans
3 months, 1 week ago

Williams struggles in second NFL game as Bears fall to Texans

Associated Press  

HOUSTON — Caleb Williams and Chicago’s offense was bailed out by defense and special-teams scoring to get a win over Tennessee in their opener last week. I’m a young guy and it’s a long season.” The defeat came after the Bears failed to score a touchdown on offense last week but overcame a 17-point deficit for a 24-17 win with …

Caleb Williams looks to move on after shaky debut as Bears get ready for Stroud, Texans
3 months, 1 week ago

Caleb Williams looks to move on after shaky debut as Bears get ready for Stroud, Texans

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams insisted he won’t be motivated by comparisons to C.J. “I didn’t have obviously the performance I wanted to, so trying to figure it out as fast as possible, making sure we are on the same page, making sure we are handling things that we need to handle,” Williams said Wednesday. Progressing from there.” Williams …

Caleb Williams looked like a rookie quarterback in his NFL debut, but a winning one at least
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Caleb Williams looked like a rookie quarterback in his NFL debut, but a winning one at least

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Making his NFL debut with the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams looked like a rookie quarterback. “Obviously, it’s great to get this first win,” Williams said. “When you start a rookie quarterback, which we are doing, he’s going to have ups and downs and good moments and other moments,” coach Matt Eberflus said. While Williams did a good job …

Jets wide receiver Mike Williams hopes to take next step in return and join team drills next week
4 months ago

Jets wide receiver Mike Williams hopes to take next step in return and join team drills next week

Associated Press  

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Mike Williams is getting closer to being a full go for the New York Jets. “I think next week I’m going to be doing some team,” Williams said Monday. He signed a one-year deal with the Jets in March, with New York hoping he could team with Garrett Wilson to give Aaron Rodgers two star playmaking …

Jets activate wide receiver Mike Williams from the PUP list after he passes his physical
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Jets activate wide receiver Mike Williams from the PUP list after he passes his physical

Associated Press  

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets activated wide receiver Mike Williams from the physically unable to perform list on Wednesday after he passed his physical. “That’s my goal, to be able to go out there, play this season and give it my all and give this team a chance to win the big thing,” said Williams, who signed …

Payton praises running back Javonte Williams as Broncos hit field for first time at training camp
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Payton praises running back Javonte Williams as Broncos hit field for first time at training camp

Associated Press  

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Courtland Sutton suited up, Greg Dulcich finally participated in practice and Javonte Williams rediscovered his old burst by losing several pounds after losing a step. Sutton, who’s threatened to hold out for a better contract, was on hand Wednesday when the Denver Broncos hit the practice field for the first time at training camp. Coach Sean Payton …

Jets wide receiver Mike Williams expects to return from his knee injury for the start of the season
6 months, 1 week ago

Jets wide receiver Mike Williams expects to return from his knee injury for the start of the season

Associated Press  

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Mike Williams has been showing up at the New York Jets’ facility and pushing through his latest round of rehabilitation with one goal in mind. “For the season, for sure,” Williams said Wednesday after the Jets’ final minicamp practice. “That’s my goal, to be able to go out there, play this season and give it my …

Bears coach Matt Eberflus says No. 1 pick Caleb Williams will open season as No. 1 QB
7 months, 1 week ago

Bears coach Matt Eberflus says No. 1 pick Caleb Williams will open season as No. 1 QB

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams is the Chicago Bears’ starting quarterback. Williams seems to be embracing his new surroundings, whether he’s sitting courtside at a Chicago Sky preseason game, getting a rousing ovation at Wrigley Field or doing regular-guy stuff like shopping at Target. You can certainly feel that in him within five minutes of meeting him.” Williams got …

Bears banking on Caleb Williams after taking the 2022 Heisman winner with No. 1 pick in NFL draft
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Bears banking on Caleb Williams after taking the 2022 Heisman winner with No. 1 pick in NFL draft

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Caleb Williams, welcome to Chicago. “I don’t think of it that way,” Williams said after the Bears took him with the No. And so making sure that we’re all together, offense, defense, special teams, and we go get it.” Poles said Williams became the clear choice at No. They’ve made some big moves this offseason, acquiring …

Potential No. 1 NFL draft pick Caleb Williams’ top moments at USC
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Potential No. 1 NFL draft pick Caleb Williams’ top moments at USC

LA Times  

Since he first arrived in Los Angeles, the conversation around Caleb Williams has failed in many respects to capture the quarterback’s true nature. The takes surrounding the quarterback have veered off track, creating a polarizing loop as he prepared for the NFL draft. During two years of highs and lows at USC, Williams offered glimpses of who he is as …

49ers All-Pro offensive tackle Trent Williams savors his 1st Super Bowl trip in his 14th season
10 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers All-Pro offensive tackle Trent Williams savors his 1st Super Bowl trip in his 14th season

Associated Press  

HENDERSON, Nev. — Trent Williams’ accomplishments are already worthy of a Hall of Fame career with 11 Pro Bowl bids, three first-team All-Pro selections and near universal recognition as the best left tackle of his generation. The way these last four years went for me, I’m super grateful.” Williams career has been revitalized since he arrived in San Francisco in …

Will Caleb Williams reunite with Kliff Kingsbury in NFL? Lincoln Riley would ‘love’ it
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Will Caleb Williams reunite with Kliff Kingsbury in NFL? Lincoln Riley would ‘love’ it

LA Times  

Former USC quarterback Caleb Williams congratulated his “dawg” Kliff Kingsbury on his new job as Washington Commanders offensive coordinator. Kingsbury worked closely with Williams last season as the Trojans’ senior offensive analyst. And Kingsbury just happens to have worked closely with Williams last season as senior offensive analyst and has been hired as the Washington Commanders offensive coordinator. 1 overall …

NFL scouts are torn on whether Caleb Williams will be No. 1 pick of draft
1 year, 2 months ago

NFL scouts are torn on whether Caleb Williams will be No. 1 pick of draft

LA Times  

USC quarterback Caleb Williams, the reigning Heisman Trophy winner, is the heavy favorite to go No. “I was TV scouting that,” said Scout 2, meaning he wasn’t at the Coliseum. “What I’d love for him — they’ve lost to Utah the last couple of years,” Scout 1 said. To have one of his signature performances in an atmosphere like that …

Williams ties career high with 6 TD passes, No. 8 USC withstands late Colorado rally for 48-41 win
1 year, 2 months ago

Williams ties career high with 6 TD passes, No. 8 USC withstands late Colorado rally for 48-41 win

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Williams threw for 403 yards and tied a career high with six touchdown passes as the eighth-ranked Trojans held off the Buffaloes 48-41 on Saturday after racing out to a big lead. Up 34-7 in the second quarter, the Trojans saw Colorado storm back to make …

Caleb Williams and USC receivers are perfecting ‘the art’ of the deep pass
1 year, 2 months ago

Caleb Williams and USC receivers are perfecting ‘the art’ of the deep pass

LA Times  

USC wide receiver Tahj Washington, right, celebrates with running back Austin Jones after scoring on a 45-yard touchdown reception during the Trojans’ 42-28 win over Arizona State on Saturday. “I for sure worked on it,” Williams said Saturday night after USC’s 42-28 win over Arizona State. And we’ve been able to do that so far.” USC quarterback Caleb Williams warms …

How do Lions fill Jameson Williams’ hole at WR after 6-game suspension?
1 year, 8 months ago

How do Lions fill Jameson Williams’ hole at WR after 6-game suspension?

New York Times  

For a while there, it felt like nothing could derail the Lions’ offseason buzz. That is, until Friday, when the NFL announced it was suspending four Lions players and Commanders defensive end Shaka Toney for violating the league’s policy on sports betting. Four Lions team employees were also fired last month for violating the NFL’s gambling policy, according to a …

AP source: Jets agree with LB Quincy Williams on 3-year deal
1 year, 9 months ago

AP source: Jets agree with LB Quincy Williams on 3-year deal

Associated Press  

The New York Jets and linebacker Quincy Williams agreed Sunday on a three-year deal, a person with knowledge of the contract told The Associated Press. NFL Network first reported that the Jets would bring back Williams, the older brother of All-Pro Quinnen Williams — who is also looking for a contract extension from New York this offseason. Quincy Williams has …

For Heisman winner Caleb Williams and USC, ‘last year wasn’t good enough’
1 year, 9 months ago

For Heisman winner Caleb Williams and USC, ‘last year wasn’t good enough’

LA Times  

USC quarterbacks Caleb Williams, left, and Jake Jensen warm up during a spring practice session at Howard Jones Field on Wednesday. The odds of being the second to repeat are stacked against USC’s junior quarterback, and his coach, Lincoln Riley has made clear he and Williams haven’t spent much time, if any, talking about it. USC quarterback Caleb Williams and …

Chargers’ good news on injuries: Mike Williams, Joey Bosa, Kenneth Murray Jr. seem OK
1 year, 11 months ago

Chargers’ good news on injuries: Mike Williams, Joey Bosa, Kenneth Murray Jr. seem OK

LA Times  

Wide receiver Mike Williams sets for a snap and looks to the line during the Chargers’ game at Denver. After offering the update, coach Brandon Staley said “the indication” given to him was that Williams will be available Saturday night when the Chargers play at Jacksonville in the wild-card playoff round. Staley said Williams should be able to practice “at …

‘I’m just trying to be real to me.’ Heisman finalist Caleb Williams comes into his own
2 years ago

‘I’m just trying to be real to me.’ Heisman finalist Caleb Williams comes into his own

LA Times  

As the final seconds ticked away, taking with them any last hope of the College Football Playoff, Caleb Williams looked up at the clock in Las Vegas last Friday, his eyes welling with tears. … It’s OK to have emotions.” USC quarterback Caleb Williams runs with the football away from Utah safety Sione Vaki during the Pac-12 title game in …

Why Broncos’ K’Waun Williams is the piece tying together NFL’s best pass defense
2 years, 1 month ago

Why Broncos’ K’Waun Williams is the piece tying together NFL’s best pass defense

New York Times  

Justin Simmons glided along the goal line like a hawk stalking its prey. The Broncos’ star safety was waiting for Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence to make a mistake in the first quarter at Wembley Stadium, and when the second-year quarterback locked onto his target and tried to throw toward the back of the end zone on a first-and-goal play at …

Receiver Mike Williams gives the Chargers stability, options
2 years, 2 months ago

Receiver Mike Williams gives the Chargers stability, options

LA Times  

His position coach noted his highlight-generating talent by saying he “makes these one-handed catches like he’s rebounding.” His head coach praised his ability to “box out” defensive backs and said he’s “like a power forward … a three or four in the NBA.” Mike Williams was a basketball player before he joined the Chargers, a high school standout in South …

USC’s new rivalry assassin: Five things to know about QB Caleb Williams
2 years, 10 months ago

USC’s new rivalry assassin: Five things to know about QB Caleb Williams

LA Times  

Oklahoma quarterback Caleb Williams throws against Baylor on Nov. 13. Williams picked Oklahoma not because the East Coast kid dreamed of hurling passes on the prairie but because he wanted to be coached by Riley, who had just developed Baker Mayfield and Kyler Murray into Heisman Trophy winners and No. But Rattler did not look the part of a Heisman …

N.Y. Giants training camp report: Rookie CB Rodarius Williams shines with starters
3 years, 4 months ago

N.Y. Giants training camp report: Rookie CB Rodarius Williams shines with starters

New York Times  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Training camp is all about maximizing opportunities. “That’s something that we go over in film every day on the deep over routes because we’re going to get in guys’ faces and play man,” Williams said. I’m in coach’s ear like, ‘Coach, I’m ready.’ Whenever my moment comes, I’m going to take advantage of it.” Williams still …

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