Jameson Williams issues statement about his PED suspension
First-round pick Jameson Williams after Detroit Lions rookie minicamp Saturday, May 14, 2022 at the Allen Park practice facility. Credit: Kirthmon F. Dozier / USA TODAY NETWORK
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams on Thursday issued a public statement about his two-game suspension for violating the NFL’s Performance Enhancing Substances policy.
In the statement released through his agent, Williams said the suspension was a “complete surprise” to him, and that he had no idea how any illegal substance had found its way into his body. However, he said he would accept the two-game ban and would not appeal.
“I don’t take supplements or vitamins and I am overly cautious about even taking over-the-counter medicine,” Williams said. “At no 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 the 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.”
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Williams had the right to appeal the suspension, but he had already suggested he was not planning to do that.
The No. 12 overall pick in 2022, Williams has 17 catches for 361 yards and 3 touchdowns this season. He will miss games against the Tennessee Titans and Green Bay Packers while serving his suspension.
