Wide receiver Mike Williams meets with the media to discuss returning to the practice field on Wednesday for the first time since his injury in Week 7. He also elevated his yards per reception average from 8.6 to 15.4 from 2017 to 2018, while healso increased his passer rating when targeted from 41.0 to 134.4 fifth among all receivers in 2018. [8], In 2015, in the first game of the season against the Wofford Terriers, Williams fractured a bone in his neck after colliding with the goal post just as he was catching a touchdown pass from quarterback Deshaun Watson on his team's first offensive series of the game. [36], On April 30, 2020, the Chargers exercised the fifth-year option on Williams' contract. ", "I think that he has been a real bright spot for our defense. Powered by Southern California McDonald's. Los Angeles Chargers #81; Wide Receiver; Follow. ", "When you have great players on both sides of the ball, somebody might have that day, somebody might have [the other]. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. [30] The following week, against the Los Angeles Rams, he had four receptions for 81 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Or write about sports? Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson is "fired up" to work with Washington's new offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. Foster discusses how they can unlock more of Ekeler's game, what he's seeing from the other backs on the roster, and how to find consistency behind No. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports. Williams: It's just putting me in positions to be successful. Take a look back at the best photos of Mike Williams from the 2019 season. Chargers' fans should be eager to see what he can do in 2019. Obviously, you want to be out there practicing, getting the timing down with the quarterback and things like that. The Jaguars allow only 19.3 points per game at home this season, the 11th-fewest in the NFL, so the Chargers will likely need Williams to be able to contribute Saturday in order to keep their . Chargers' offense: Ranking positions as great, satisfactory or needing adjustment, Kellen Moore won't limit possibilities with Justin Herbert and the Chargers, Three big questions facing the Chargers this offseason, Sources: Chargers WR Williams has back fracture, Bolts WR Williams questionable to face Jaguars, Chargers WR Williams expected to play vs. Jags, Staley defends playing starters as Williams injured, Chargers' DeAndre Carter: Substitute teacher-turned-special teams standout, Chargers' Staley: Playoff berth 'just the beginning', Bolts crash AFC playoff race with 'masterful' drive, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Wide receiver Mike Williams' twirling toe-tap catch is a sight to behold. But Staley said postgame that Los Angeles was trying to compete in the game and have its starters make it through a good portion. Find out more. He gingerly walked toward the sideline before trainers helped him the rest of the way. The Chargers will take on the Seattle Seahawks in Week 7 at SoFi Stadium. Do you feel you have something to prove with how you're playing this year? Mike Williams had 895 receiving yards last season and 4,557 receiving yards over his career. By Hayley Elwood Oct 07, 2021 Few players have had a hotter start to the 2021 season than Mike Williams. The Bolts will take on the Miami Dolphins for prime time clash on Sunday Night Football. ", "There's always hope. Autograph Authentication: Panini Authentic. Williams saw 12 targets in the Chargers' Divisional Round matchup against the. The best NFL free agency destination for soon-to-be former Dolphins tight end Mike Gesicki is the Chargers. On the sixth episode of ALL IN Season 2, go all-access on the LA Chargers' gritty 2022 season as they power through a slew of injuries to a 5-3 record and the mentality Head Coach Brandon Staley has instilled in his team. There were a lot of players that were playing in that game that were in harms way. 6' 4", 218 lbs. Pair the explosive duo with the return of a healthy. The Chargers will take on the Indianapolis Colts on Monday at 5:15pm at Lucas Oil Stadium. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! With the Chargers locked into the No. [33], In Week 9 against the Green Bay Packers, Williams caught three passes for a season-high 111 yards in the 2611 win. On this episode of Film Room, hosts Chris Hayre and Daniel Jeremiah break down game film of Mike Williams and his ability to go and get the football in the Air. Los Angeles Chargers #81; Wide Receiver; Follow. [28] He finished his rookie season in 2017 with 11 receptions for 95 yards in ten games and one start. In the latest episode of ALL IN: Season 2 we take a look at the driving force behind the Chargers offense, quarterback Justin Herbert. Just trying to get him as much rest up until game-time.. Pair of Chargers wide receivers practiced in full Friday for the first time this week and are questionable ahead of Sunday's primetime game, "We just have to take the practice field the right way this week because this team deserves our full attention. The Chargers visit the 49ers for a primetime battle on Sunday Night Football. Wilhoite details how the scheme and White's physicality were the perfect match, why he's encouraged about Kenneth Murray moving forward, and more. Touchdown Wire released its list of the 101 greatest NFL nicknames and several former Bolts appeared on it. Wide receiver Mike Williams meets with the media to discuss his performance in the Chargers' win over the Titans. Mike Williams (back) suffered a small non-surgical fracture that was not found in his initial X-ray and MRI, according to Lindsey Thiry of The Athletic. Join our linker program. Williams was 42nd in target share (18.2%), 21st in air-yard share (31.1%), and 25th in receiving yards (895). On the latest edition of Let's Play, Breiden Fehoko & Christian Covington go head-to-head for a game of NHL 22. ", "These two guys being in the same division, both being young players, it's great for the game. So far in the Chargers' 5-4 season, Allen and Williams have shared the field for just 43 offensive plays -- all of which came in the first halves of Los Angeles' Week 1 and Week 7 games. [2] He committed to Clemson University to play college football. [9] He sat out the rest of the season and received redshirt status. He played college football at Clemson, and was drafted by the Chargers seventh overall in the 2017 NFL Draft . Malourbas 2 yr. ago. ", "He is an elite player right now, both playing the run and playing the pass, and being able to rush the passer. I want to just make sure I'm doing my job at a high level and making sure I'm giving everything I can to this team.". also increased his passer rating when targeted from 41.0 to 134.4 fifth among all receivers in 2018. [1][10], On January 10, 2017, hours after Clemson defeated Alabama 3531 for the national championship, Williams announced that he would forgo his senior year and enter the 2017 NFL Draft. Williams' rookie season left much to be desired, but when looking at his year-to-year production, it's evident that he took a massive leap in 2018 that saw his overall grade improve from 52.6 to 81.8. A sophomore standout; a breakout receiving threat; a red-zoneweapon the running list of nicknames is not lacking for, following his spectacular 2018 campaign. [39], On March 8, 2022, Williams signed a three-year, $60 million contract extension with the Chargers.[40]. Mike Williams is on Instagram at darealmike_dub. PFF's exclusive metrics provide matchup previews, position rankings, grades, and snap counts. ", Bolts wide receivers went through individual drills Wednesday; Bosa "making progress" in return from Week 3 groin injury, "Herbert, I don't know if there's a better quarterback you talk about critical-down situations he's a guy that can extend plays, live arm. On the eighth episode of ALL IN Season 2, go all-access on the Chargers young quarterback, Justin Herbert, and learn how his competitive drive has translated to clutch, highlight-worthy plays his whole career, including the Bolts recent win over the Dolphins on Sunday Night Football. Were at the point of the season where the reps arent what matter, Staley said. "I want to be a leading communicator in our secondary. [31] In Week 15 against the Kansas City Chiefs, Williams had his best game of the season as he caught 7 passes for 76 yards and two touchdowns, plus rushing for 19 yards for a touchdown. Staley had said earlier in his press conference that Williams was progressing and getting treatment, and Staley anticipated his status hinging on a pregame workout. (College Stats), Weighted Career AV (100-95-): 36 (2999th overall since 1960). Watch every catch from wide receiver Mike Williams from his 116-yard game against the Miami Dolphins on 'Sunday Night Football' during Week 14 of the 2022 NFL regular season. Chargers first round pick Mike Williams stops by the equipment room to try on his Chargers gear for the first time. On this edition of Let's Play, tight end Tre' McKitty and linebacker face off in a race of F1 2021. ", "One of the things we try to stress with each other is just communication. 2023 Chargers Football Company, LLC. We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. What was the process like of taking the mental reps and then getting out there and seeing it in game-action in Week 1? Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! The Los Angeles Chargers today signed the following 12 players to Reserve/Future free agent contracts. He attended the NFL Combine, but only performed the bench, vertical, and broad jump. I didnt want anybody to get hurt in that game, regardless of their status, because everybodys important.. The SPORTS REFERENCE and STATHEAD trademarks are owned exclusively by Sports Reference LLC. Can wide receiver Mike Williams' teammates identify a sketch of him drawn by a little kid? All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. After some injury concerns earlier in his career, Williams put together his third season in a row of only missing one game. If Williams can maintain a similar upward trend in 2019, the Chargers' offense will be once again in the upper echelon of the NFL. Best. The outside linebacker looks back on his rookie season, what he wants to improve on this year, and oh yeah, what it's like being on the sideline watching Justin Herbert take the field. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. All rights reserved. The Chargers will take on the Kansas City Chiefs for Sunday Night Football in Week 11 at SoFi Stadium. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. But I mean, at some point I got to get back in there. " You can see it when we practice. Here are the five receivers that would actually be ample receivers. five teams that could look to steal Williams. The Los Angeles Chargers today signed wide receiver Michael Bandy to the active roster from the team's practice squad and placed running back Joshua Kelley on Reserve/Injured. This website is managed on a digital platform of the National Football League. [21][22], Williams participated in rookie minicamp, but missed organized team activities and was expected to miss the start of training camp due to a mild herniated disc in his lower back. Even with the increase in targets, the sure-handed Williams equaled his drop total (2) from 2017. inVance,SC, College: 73. For the time being, the Chargers will head into the playoffs with Keenan Allen, Joshua Palmer, and DeAndre Carter leading the wide receiver position. Day describes how this staff and Herbert himself helped take No. PFR HOF Monitor: 15.28 (344th among WR, average HOF WR is 103.63). ", "I just think it challenges us in a way that we just have to be really technique sound. Do you have a blog? He led the team with 895 yards receiving and an average of 14.2 yards per catch during the regular season. While some may argue that Kyzir White is more impactful, Williams is absolutely the biggest name that . Williams: I learn fast, I can kind of hear something and understand it. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski) PUBLISHED: January 14, 2023 at 7:10 p.m. | UPDATED . I stand behind what we did in that football game, Staley said in his Thursday press conference. The Chargers are signing Williams to a three-year, $60 million contract, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday. See where NFL Network analytics expert Cynthia Frelund projects the Bolts offense to rank for the 2022 season. . 5 playoff seed in the AFC, chances . We caught up with the Chargers Director of Player Personnel ahead of the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, We caught up with the Bolts safety on Radio Row at Super Bowl LVII, "Let's build on all the great things that Justin Herbert has. Perhaps Williams' most significant area of improvement was his red-zone efficiency. He also caught a late go-ahead two-point conversion with four seconds left in a 2928 victory despite being down 1428 with five minutes left. [25] He made his first career reception on a 15-yard pass by quarterback Philip Rivers in the fourth quarter of their 1716 victory at the Oakland Raiders, before being tackled by safety Karl Joseph. Williams was carted off to the locker room. Powered by Southern California McDonald's. In Week 16 against the Denver Broncos, Williams recorded his first career interception off a pass thrown by Drew Lock on a Hail-Mary attempt with no time left in the game to secure a 1916 win for the Chargers. The Clemson alumnus snagged his first touchdown in Week 2 of the 2018 season and he didn't look back, finishing the season with 10 total touchdowns. COSTA MESA, Calif. -- Los Angeles Chargers wide receivers link-placeholder-0] and [Mike Williams have not played a complete game together all season. He will likely miss two to three weeks.. Take a look at top quotes from the trio's press conferences after Wednesday's practice. ", "It was just a tough and rugged game. The program is designed to offer juniors and seniors from Inglewood high schools the opportunity to participate in a six month after-school program to develop leadership and job-readiness skills. "Sam's new nickname is 'Tax 'Em,' " Williams III said, per NBC Sports Boston video. We have already broken down the five teams that could look to steal Williams' services from the Chargers and have the cap space to do it. Wide receiver Mike Williams meets with the media to discuss the Bolts' Week 6 OT victory over the Denver Broncos. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Opposite Williams is Keenan Allen, who has earned an 88.0-plus offensive grade in each of the last three seasons. In the National Championship Game against Alabama, Williams caught eight passes for 94 yards and one touchdown. How do you get a feel for those 'Mike and Justin things?' But yeah, it's been a lot of going back and forth. Possibly one of the most exceptional signs moving forward is that when the stakes were highest, the Chargers turned to Williams to be the leading force in their offense. "I feel like everybody kind of already know, everybody kind of already know what it is with us," Williams said. This group endured a handful of injuries this past season but still produced big numbers when on the field. Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams secures a juggling 14-yard grab along the sideline. That wasn't an issue at all. [27] Williams was sidelined for the Chargers' Week 13 win against the Cleveland Browns after sustaining a knee injury in the first quarter of their 286 victory at the Dallas Cowboys the previous week. Quarterback Justin Herbert's 35-yard frozen rope to wide receiver Mike Williams gets Bolts in field goal range. 2023 Chargers Football Company, LLC. He also elevated his yards per reception average from 8.6 to 15.4 from 2017 to 2018, while he. Williams was rated by Rivals.com as a four-star recruit. Watch as Sean Evans questions the NFL stars about everything from what penalties they get away with to putting their musical talent on display. Los Angeles wide receiver Mike Williams' 13 Yard Touchdown from Justin Herbert. Williams, the 28-year-old wideout who led the NFL in yards per reception in 2019, had already missed four games during the regular season with a high-ankle sprain. Mike Williams: I'm the X-receiver.It's been pretty good and it's kind of similar to what Michael Thomas ran in the Saints' offense; see a lot of balls, run a lot of slants. He's going to be a challenge. Five-time Pro Bowl wideout Keenan Allen and second-year wideout Joshua Palmer will serve as Justin Herberts top two targets, along with the attention running back Austin Ekeler generates out of the backfield. five more than the next most targeted receiver. Williams attended Lake Marion High School & Technology Center in Santee, South Carolina, where he played on the football team. Allen said he will make the decision for sure on either Friday or Saturday, but he knows he can't get too ahead of himself because he's been in this position, of feeling good, before. If Williams does end up signing away to one of these teams, the Bolts are going to have to be aggressive in who they replace him with. View the best moments of Mike Williams game winning night with the Chargers against the Kansas City Chiefs. ", "They've played against some good defenses and they put up a lot of points, a lot of yards. Williams should not be counted on as your WR2 in team builds, but as a WR3, he possesses weekly difference-maker potential when he's on the field. retweet if you need it. Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott's cap hit might be rising in 2023, but owner Jerry Jones believes his quarterback has the ability to bridge the gap in any talent the roster might lose because of it. Wide receiver Mike Williams meets with the media to discuss his big performance in the Chargers' win over the Miami Dolphins. The Clemson alumnus snagged his first touchdown in Week 2 of the 2018 season and he didn't look back, finishing the season with 10 total touchdowns. 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Wide receiver Mike Williams speaks to the media about feeling good coming into the Chargers' Week 17 game over the Rams, staying focused on one game at a time, and preparing for the Denver Broncos. Michael K. Williams[1] (born October 4, 1994) is an American football wide receiver for the Los Angeles Chargers of the National Football League (NFL). Robert Williams III and Sam Hauser. Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams has a small, nonsurgical fracture in his back that is expected to sideline him two to three weeks, sources told ESPN's Lindsey Thiry on Friday. What suits you so well in this role compared to what you've done in the past? The second-year head coach known for his aggressive fourth-down tactics gambled once more, though this one led to a negative consequence in addition to a 31-28 loss. Quarterback Philip Rivers maintained a 145.2 passer rating when targeting Williams onin-breaking routes, which was the highest mark among QB to WR tandems last year. ", Chargers fall to 1-1 despite 100-yard performance and touchdown from Mike Williams, "We had a lot of guys rise to the occasion that were backup players today and give us a chance. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. The second-year player earned an 81.8 grade which tied for 16th among qualifying receivers, and he ranked ahead ofnotable players such as Stefon Diggs and Antonio Brown. "Whenever he shoots a three I say 'Tax 'Em' because . The team cannot afford to simply let Williams walk without properly replacing him. In addition, Los Angeles activated kicker Cameron Dicker and cornerback Kemon Hall from the practice squad for Sunday's game. Powered by Southern California McDonald's. ", "He's just a really good player, he's a star player. Alabama quarterback Bryce Young, whose size has been a matter of conjecture in the run-up to the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, officially measured in at 5-foot-10 1/8 and 204 pounds on Saturday. Follow the Chargers' resilient journey through the adversity of their 2022 season so far on the latest episode of All In Season 2, out now. Manufacturer: Panini. But things went south with 2:43 in the second quarter when wide receiver Mike Williams injured his back on the Chargers' fifth offensive series. The Chargers (6-5) entered the week with a 64% chance of making their first postseason appearance since 2018. We have a tough task. How good has your role in this offense been this season? [20], On May 11, 2017, the Los Angeles Chargers signed Williams to a fully guaranteed four-year, $19.74 million contract with a signing bonus of $12.50 million. Add a Comment. On the latest edition of Let's Play, Zion Johnson & Jamaree Salyer go head-to-head in a game of NBA 2K21. Chargers injury update: WR Mike Williams' knee feeling good after bye Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans. By doing so, the Chargers would guarantee Williams a one-year deal worth about $19 million and provide both sides additional time to potentially work on a long-term extension. The team also elevated kicker Taylor Bertolet from the practice squad for Sunday's game. [13][14][15], The Los Angeles Chargers selected Williams in the first round with the seventh overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft. He was limited to 13 games played this past season, with some being less than full health. * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader, Transaction, fine, and suspension data since 2002. That accounts for just 7.1% of the team's 608 offensive snaps this season, per NFL Research. Williams: We kind of talked.He said the "X" is gonna see a lot of balls in this offense and I told him I was looking forward to it.Obviously, hearing it doesn't really do much!But seeing it through the first few games, I'm feeling it right now.He stuck to his word and we've got a lot more to build on for the rest of the season. Wide receiver Mike Williams sustained a "small, non-surgical fracture in his back," according to ESPN's Lindsey Thiry, and he's expected to miss 2-3 weeks. See who wins the matchup between these two LA Chargers defensive ends. Thanks for contacting us. We have to prepare at a high level so that we can go play at a high level. A global audience of more than 56 million watched the Kansas City Chiefs record a 38-35 victory over Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LVII, a 7% increase over 2022 as international interest in the NFL continues to rise. What youre trying to do is set a standard for your program about how you do things, and thats what I believe in. I think what's impressive to me is you missed time during camp and like you said, you guys talked about it but you didn't know what it was gonna be like until you got on the field. Wide receiver Mike Williams absolutely Mosses Miami Dolphins cornerback Xavien Howard for a 23-yard sideline catch. He returned briefly and played on a pitch count in Week 7 against the Seattle Seahawks, which happened to be the same game Williams suffered a high ankle sprain in. See who wins the matchup between the two Chargers rookies. LA Chargers wide receivers Keenan Allen and Mike Williams take on the second Chargers Edition of the Hot Ones special, Truth or Dab. The biggest LA Chargers free agent this offseason is undoubtedly wide receiver Mike Williams. HT/WT. [38], Williams had a breakout season in 2021, setting career highs in receptions (76), targets (129), and yards (1,146) while scoring nine touchdowns. had a higher contested-target percentage. Multiple Chargers make list of top 101 greatest nicknames ever Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars Texans Titans AFC. Chargers WR Mike Williams (back) has been downgraded to out for Saturday's wild-card game versus the Jacksonville Jaguars, the team announced Friday. "It would mean a lot," Williams told NFL Media on Wednesday. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. Powered by Arco. On the fifth episode of ALL IN Season 2, go behind running back Joshua Kelley's emergence as the complementary back to RB1 Austin Ekeler and how the Chargers kickstarted their run game after the first three weeks of the season. He told us in camp if he was a betting man, he'd expect big numbers from you.That's come to fruition! Take a look at some of the best shots of Mike Williams' 2022 offseason. Our exclusive database, featuring the most in-depth collection of NFL player performance data. The biggest LA Chargers free agent this offseason is undoubtedly wide receiver Mike Williams. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title.
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