Derrick Williams

Derrick Williams

37-Year-Old Wide ReceiverWR
 Free Agent  
2023 Fantasy Outlook
There was no outlook written for Derrick Williams in 2023. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
$Released by the Steelers in August 2012.
WRFree Agent
August 31, 2012
Williams was released by the Steelers on Friday, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
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This move was expected, although Pittsburgh currently has just four wideouts on their 53-man roster.
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Williams has never been able to impress the Detroit coaching staff or produce much on the field. With a Detroit receiving corps that's top-heavy, Williams will get chances to see the field, but he hasn't done much with the few opportunities he's gotten in his two years with the Lions.
Williams will be the Lions' fourth wideout and should make an impact on special teams as a returner. With Bryant Johnson and Nate Burleson ahead of him on the depth chart - not to mention Calvin Johnson - it will be hard for the former Penn State star to move up in the pecking order.
Williams showed flashes of brilliance in his collegiate career, but injuries and inconcistency plagued him throughout his time at Penn State. He isn't expected to see the field often as a receiver in his rookie campaign, but could be handed the reigns of the return game right from the get-go. He has the potential to be an explosive player, especially if he shares the field with Calvin Johnson.
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WRPittsburgh Steelers
August 26, 2012
Williams had two catches for 36 yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason game against Buffalo.
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WRFree Agent
September 3, 2011
The Lions released Williams on Saturday, the team's official site reports.
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WRDetroit Lions
August 18, 2011
Williams appears to have fallen to fourth on the depth chart, the Detroit News reports.
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WRDetroit Lions
June 11, 2011
Williams will likely compete with Bryant Johnson for Detroit's fourth wide receiver spot, the Detroit Free Press reports.
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WRDetroit Lions
March 1, 2011
The Lions will look to the draft or free agency to bring in a new No. 3 receiver, MLive.com reports.
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