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Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams issued a statement through his agency, Alliance Sports, on his two-game suspension for a violation of the NFL's Performance-Enhancing Substances policy on Thursday (October 24).
"This week I was notified by the NFL that I have been suspended for a violation of the Performance Enhancing Substances Policy," Williams said. "The news came as a complete surprise that I am still trying to understand.
"I don't take supplements or vitamins and I am overly cautious about even taking over-the-counter medicine. At not time have I ever taken something in an attempt to cheat or look for an unfair advantage. I understand that I am responsible for everything that goes into my body and I have to take accountability in this instance.
"I have nothing but love and respect for this game, my teammates, coaches, the Lions organization and the City of Detroit. It is disappointing to accept this suspension, and it will hurt me to be away from the team as they prepare this week. So out of respect to my teammates, this will be the last time I address this matter."
Williams was selected by the Lions at No. 12 overall in the 2022 NFL Draft, but missed the first 10 games of his rookie season due to a torn ACL he suffered in the 2022 College Football Playoff National Championship Game several months prior. The 23-year-old recorded 24 receptions for 354 yards and two touchdowns, as well as three rushing attempts for 29 yards and one touchdown in 2023.
Williams, who spent his first two collegiate seasons at Ohio State, recorded 79 receptions for 1,572 yards and 15 touchdowns during his lone season at Alabama in 2021.