Lions' Williams Shines Early, Gibbs Receives Team's Support
WHO:
detroitlions.com - Jameson Williams, wide receiver for the Detroit Lions
detroitlions.com - Jared Goff, quarterback for the Detroit Lions
detroitlions.com - Dan Campbell, head coach of the Detroit Lions
detroitlions.com - Devin White, linebacker signed by the Detroit Lions
detroitlions.com - Kelvin Sheppard, defensive coordinator for the Detroit Lions
detroitlions.com - Christian Izien, veteran free-agent addition to the Detroit Lions
Heavy NFL - Jahmyr Gibbs, running back for the Detroit Lions
WHAT:
detroitlions.com - Jameson Williams made a 20-yard catch during a training camp practice, contributing to a 43-yard field goal by Jake Bates, leading to a win for the offense.
detroitlions.com - Williams recorded his second straight 1,000-yard season in 2025, setting career highs in receptions (65), yards (1,117), and touchdowns (seven).
detroitlions.com - Devin White, who signed with the Detroit Lions, made a career-high 174 tackles (95 solo) with the Las Vegas Raiders last season.
detroitlions.com - White won a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020, amassing 140 tackles and nine sacks during the regular season while recording 12 tackles and an interception in the Super Bowl win over Kansas City.
detroitlions.com - White was a second-team All-Pro selection with the Buccaneers in 2020.
detroitlions.com - Christian Izien missed the first three days of training camp practice due to the flu but returned to practice and played both safety and nickel cornerback.
detroitlions.com - Jameson Williams made a 20-yard catch during a training camp practice, contributing to a 43-yard field goal by Jake Bates, leading to a win for the offense.
detroitlions.com - Williams stated, "I just look forward to making a play when my name is called... I just try to be there when my number is called and make a play and execute."
detroitlions.com - Dan Campbell noted, "I think last year was big in his growth... It's really the most complete year he's had."
detroitlions.com - Devin White made a career-high 174 tackles (95 solo) with the Las Vegas Raiders last season.
detroitlions.com - White stated, "Just wanted to get back with a winning program and try to help them... I know I have a lot of strengths that can be used."
detroitlions.com - Kelvin Sheppard mentioned, "It just backs up everything (Campbell) spoke of this offseason – that we are going to find the best 90 to come in here and compete."
detroitlions.com - Christian Izien allowed just two touchdowns and an 84.3 passer rating when targeted over the last three seasons combined (45 games) in Tampa Bay.
detroitlions.com - Jameson Williams made a 20-yard catch during a training camp practice, contributing to a 43-yard field goal by Jake Bates.
detroitlions.com - Williams recorded 1,117 receiving yards, 65 receptions, and seven touchdowns in the 2025 season.
detroitlions.com - Devin White signed with the Detroit Lions after making a career-high 174 tackles in the previous season.
detroitlions.com - Christian Izien returned to practice after recovering from the flu and played both safety and nickel cornerback.
WHERE:
detroitlions.com - Meijer Performance Center, location of the Detroit Lions' training camp.
WHEN:
detroitlions.com - Williams is expected to help the Lions in the 2026 season.
detroitlions.com - White was drafted No. 5 overall in the 2019 NFL Draft.
WHY:
detroitlions.com - White expressed a desire to join a winning program and contribute to the Lions' aggressive defensive play style.
detroitlions.com - Williams aims to improve his performance and help his teammates as much as possible.
HOW:
detroitlions.com - Williams has focused on improving his route definition and execution during training camp.
detroitlions.com - The Lions signed White to enhance their competitive depth on defense.
In a recent training camp practice, Jameson Williams made an impressive 20-yard catch that helped set up a 43-yard field goal by Jake Bates, leading the offense to victory. Last season, Williams achieved his second consecutive 1,000-yard season, recording career highs with 65 receptions, 1,117 yards, and seven touchdowns. Meanwhile, Devin White, who recently joined the Detroit Lions, had a standout season with the Las Vegas Raiders, making a career-high 174 tackles and previously won a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020.