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2019 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1IND
Win, 30-24
-----229-----4.90
2@DET
Loss, 10-13
-----383-----11.30
3HOU
Loss, 20-27
-----345-----7.50
4@MIA
Win, 30-10
------------0.00
5DEN
Loss, 13-20
-----674-----13.40
6PIT
Loss, 17-24
-----572-----12.20
7@TEN
Loss, 20-23
-----447-----8.70
8@CHI
Win, 17-16
-----369-----9.90
9GB
Win, 26-11
---2-3111-----14.30
10@OAK
Loss, 24-26
-----255-----7.50
11KC
Loss, 17-24
-----276-----9.60
12Bye  ------------0.00
13@DEN
Loss, 20-23
-----5117-----16.70
14@JAX
Win, 45-10
-----2631----14.30
15MIN
Loss, 10-39
-----4711----17.10
16OAK
Loss, 17-24
-----351-----8.10
17@KC
Loss, 21-31
-----238-----5.80
2019 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1IND,
W 30-24
--29--4.90
2@DET,
L 10-13
--83--11.30
3HOU,
L 20-27
--45--7.50
4@MIA,
W 30-10
-----0.00
5DEN,
L 13-20
--74--13.40
6PIT,
L 17-24
--72--12.20
7@TEN,
L 20-23
--47--8.70
8@CHI,
W 17-16
--69--9.90
9GB,
W 26-11
2-111--14.30
10@OAK,
L 24-26
--55--7.50
11KC,
L 17-24
--76--9.60
12Bye-----0.00
13@DEN,
L 20-23
--117--16.70
14@JAX,
W 45-10
--631-14.30
15MIN,
L 10-39
--711-17.10
16OAK,
L 17-24
--51--8.10
17@KC,
L 21-31
--38--5.80
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News

  • Will rest knee during offseason

    Williams acknowledged after the Chargers' Week 17 loss to the Chiefs that he had been battling pain in his knee throughout the season after getting injured in the team's win over the Colts in the opener, Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.

    Analysis: While Williams indicated that all follow-up MRIs conducted on his knee cleared him of any major damage and allowed him to play on, he wasn't the dominant force in the red zone he had been in 2018. Despite sitting out just one game, Williams finished with two touchdowns, eight fewer than he registered the year prior. On a positive note, he developed into more of a downfield threat, averaging a career-high 20.4 yards per reception and narrowly clearing 1,000 yards for the season. He'll likely…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet finish to season

    Williams caught two of five targets for 38 yards in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Williams joined the Titans' A.J. Brown as one of only two players to record over 1,000 receiving yards while catching 55 or fewer passes on the season, finishing the campaign with 49 receptions, 1,001 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Though his touchdowns were down dramatically from the year prior, Williams' emergence as a dangerous downfield threat was a welcome development for Los Angeles. Still, the 2017 first-round pick was essentially "only" a deep-ball specialist, falling behind the…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 7:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't keep touchdown streak going

    Williams caught three of his four targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Williams very nearly kept his two-game touchdown streak alive, but a pass interference penalty at the goal line ultimately set up a one-yard Melvin Gordon plunge to register the Chargers' first touchdown of the contest. Williams needs 88 receiving yards to post a 1,000-yard season, but after scoring 10 touchdowns in 2018, his two-touchdown output has dampened an otherwise solid year from the 2017 first-round pick.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully Thursday

    Williams (knee) practiced fully Thursday.

    Analysis: Williams was limited at practice Wednesday, but his return to full participation Thursday puts the Chargers' starting wideout in line to play Sunday against the Raiders, who have lost four straight contests heading into Week 16. After going 11 games without a TD to start the season, Williams -- who made 11 trips to the end zone in 2018 -- has hit paydirt in back-to-back outings. Now that he's back in scoring mode, the 2017 first-rounder's fantasy outlook is on the upswing in advance of his…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 19 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice

    Williams (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: No surprises here, as Williams has either been limited or held out of practice entirely in each of the last four Wednesdays. The issue hasn't bothered Williams on the field, with the 2017 first-round pick compiling 11 receptions, 251 receiving yards and two touchdowns over the course of the last three games.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores for second straight game

    Williams caught four of nine targets for 71 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 39-10 loss to the Vikings.

    Analysis: Williams finished second on the team behind only Keenan Allen in targets, receptions and receiving yardage. He gave his team its only lead of the game with a two-yard touchdown in the second quarter, giving him two in as many weeks after going the first 12 games without a score. Williams also broke off a gain of at least 35 yards for the seventh straight game and will look to continue his breakout season in a favorable matchup next Sunday against the Raiders.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 8:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not listed on injury report

    Williams (knee) practiced fully Friday and doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Vikings, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

    Analysis: The Chargers have monitored Williams' practice activity carefully for three consecutive weeks due to a knee issue, but it hasn't kept the big-bodied wide receiver off the field during game days. Despite recording three or fewer catches in five of the last six games, Williams has quietly continued to improve in what's shaping up as a career season. The 25-year-old ended his lengthy scoring drought last weekend against Jacksonville, finding the end zone for the first time in 2019.

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Able to practice again

    Williams (knee) was a limited practice participant Thursday.

    Analysis: Listed as limited for a second straight day, Williams may be following the same pattern from last week, when he upgraded to full participation Friday. He then went on to play 71 percent of offensive snaps in a 45-10 win over Jacksonville, hauling in two of three targets for 63 yards and his first touchdown of the season.

    Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice Wednesday

    Williams (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Williams was limited last Wednesday and Thursday with the same issue, but he practiced fully Friday and approached the eventual Week 14 win over Jacksonville free of an injury designation. Look for a similar pattern to occur this week as Sunday's game against the Vikings approaches. The wideout logged 43 of the Chargers' 60 offensive snaps in the blowout victory against the Jaguars, catching two of his three targets for 63 yards and his first touchdown of the season.

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finally ends TD drought

    Williams caught two of three targets for 63 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 45-10 rout of the Jaguars.

    Analysis: After finding the end zone 10 times in 16 games last season, it took until Week 14 for Williams to score his first TD of 2019. The third-year wideout has otherwise had a strong campaign, though, and his 841 receiving yards are already a new career high.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 5:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 14

    Williams (knee) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game in Jacksonville.

    Analysis: For the second week in a row, Williams' practice reps were capped due to a knee injury, but it won't impact his game-day viability. In fact, he's coming off a career-best performance (117 receiving yards) against a tough Broncos defense. He'll look to keep up the pace against a Jags unit that has allowed 8.3 yards per target and eight touchdowns to wide receivers in 12 contests this season.

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still limited Thursday

    Williams (knee) remained limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: So far there's been nothing to suggest that Williams is in danger of missing Sunday's game against the Jaguars, but it's worth noting that the wideout is the only Chargers player listed as having his Thursday practice participation listed as less than full due to an injury.

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in Wednesday's practice

    Williams was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Williams caught five of seven targets for a career-high 117 yards during the Week 13 loss to the Broncos, but he failed to reach the end zone for the 11th time in as many outings this season. Positive regression on that front should come for Williams eventually, but he'll have to shake off the knee injury first to make that a reality. It's at least encouraging that the 25-year-old receiver wasn't held out of practice entirely, so his chances of playing Sunday in Jacksonville appear promising…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heroic effort not enough

    Williams caught five of his seven targets for 117 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: While Williams' season-long battle with the end zone continues to get the best of the 25-year-old, it's clear the 2017 first-round pick has easily emerged as the Chargers' premiere deep threat. A 52-yard reception in the first half ultimately set up the team's first offensive touchdown, and it arguably should have been Williams' first jaunt in the end zone as well if not for a woefully under-thrown ball from quarterback Philip Rivers that forced the wide open receiver to derail his momentum on…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 4:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to full practice

    Williams (knee) practiced fully Thursday.

    Analysis: Williams was limited Wednesday, but his return to a full practice Thursday puts the wideout in line to play Sunday against the Broncos. Ten games into his 2019 campaign, Williams has maintained PPR utility by averaging 3.3 catches (on 6.2 targets) for 66.1 receiving yards, but it's notable that he hasn't scored a TD thus far after making a total of 11 trips to the end zone last year.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice Wednesday

    Williams was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: With the Chargers coming off their bye week, it's notable that Williams is one of four players whose reps were restricted. As Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times notes, Williams dealt with some knee issues earlier this season, so it bears tracking his status this week to see if the wideout's reps are simply being managed at this stage or if there's a setback in play.

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches another deep ball

    Williams caught two of five targets for 76 yards in Monday night's 24-17 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Williams' performance was highlighted by an outstanding 50-yard reception on Los Angeles' final offensive series. That grab not only set up a dramatic finish to the game but also significantly boosted Williams' fantasy output. In fact, he ended up trailing only Austin Ekeler for the Chargers' team lead in receiving yards. With a catch of at least 40 yards in an incredible four consecutive games, Williams now enters the bye week averaging a whopping 20.0 yards per reception on the season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 10:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Kept to two catches in loss

    Williams secured two of three targets for 55 yards in the Chargers' 26-24 loss to the Raiders on Thursday.

    Analysis: The majority of Williams' production came on a game-long 45-yard grab, but he was otherwise held in check by an aggressive Raiders defense. Williams had put together a season-high 111-yard performance in Week 9 versus the Packers, so the upside is certainly there for the 2017 first-round pick. However, Williams continues to see a relatively modest target share most weeks (six or fewer looks in four straight games), but he'll look to garner more opportunities versus the Chiefs in a Week 11…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 9:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues as deep threat

    Williams caught three of his four targets for 111 yards in the 26-11 win Sunday against the Packers.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old finally had a breakout game thanks in large part to a simple run-after-catch which ultimately finished as a 56-yard reception. A deep 46-yard bomb set up the team's second touchdown, essentially icing the game early in the fourth quarter. While Williams still hasn't scored a touchdown after a 2018-19 campaign in which he caught 10, he's become an increasingly dangerous receiver for a Chargers offense that looked utterly brilliant in its first game with offensive coordinator…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Drops deep touchdown pass

    Williams caught three of his six targets for 69 yards in the 17-16 win Sunday over the Bears.

    Analysis: Williams led the team in receiving yards, but a badly dropped touchdown on a deep pass in the first half likely ruined what could have been a breakout game for the 25-year-old. Quarterback Philip Rivers' lone interception came on what would probably count as a misplay by Williams, as the third-year receiver didn't come back to an errant pass far enough, resulting in cornerback Kyle Fuller jumping in front of the misguided pass attempt. Still, it seems as if Williams is knocking on the door of a…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Touchdown drought continues

    Williams caught four of six targets for 47 scoreless yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Titans.

    Analysis: The breakout year hasn't come to fruition with Williams, as the third-year wideout has failed to top six receptions or 83 yards in a game, and he hasn't scored a touchdown this season. The big-bodied wideout has been targeted in the red zone in five straight contests, including three times within the five-yard line, so it feels like he's just knocking on the door. However, his 52.3 percent catch rate combined with the return of Hunter Henry, who has 197 yards over the last two games, could…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees double-digit targets

    Williams caught five of his 10 targets for 72 yards in the 24-17 loss Sunday to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Williams briefly left the game in the fourth quarter with a lower-body injury, but was able to return on the team's final possession only to watch quarterback Philip Rivers drastically overthrow the clearly hobbled receiver for the game-ending interception. For a second consecutive week, Williams was the team's most targeted wide receiver, but the stunning lack of production from the 6-foot-4 receiver in the red zone has stymied what many prognosticators expected to be a breakout campaign.…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 9:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes six catches versus Broncos

    Williams (back) caught six of 13 targets for 74 yards during Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Listed as questionable with an injury heading in, Williams started and led Chargers wideouts in targets, catches and receiving yards. He nearly added a couple of big gains to his ledger but came up short on several occasions as he hauled in less than half of the passes sent his way. Still, it was a positive sign to see Williams so involved after missing last week's game, and he should be good to go for next Sunday's home matchup against the Steelers.

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up Sunday

    Williams (back) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Williams, who has caught eight passes (on 15 targets) for 157 yards in three games to date, may not absorb nearly the volume that fellow receiver Keenan Allen does, but the 6-foot-4, 220-pounder demonstrated last season when he scored 10 TDs that he can be a dangerous weapon for the Chargers near the goal line.

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to suit up Sunday

    Williams (back), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos, indicated he'll be good to go for the contest, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports. "I'm playing. I'm solid," Williams said.

    Analysis: Even though he still sports an injury designation, Williams is encouraged with where he stands physically after back spasms prevented him from making the flight to Miami last week ahead of the Chargers' eventual win over the Dolphins. As evidence, Williams practiced in some capacity Wednesday through Friday, capping the week with a full showing. Assuming his prediction comes to pass, Williams isn't expected to face any limitations during the game and should profile as one of the Chargers' top…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable

    Williams (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports,

    Analysis: Popper adds that Williams was able to practice fully Friday, as was Travis Benjamin (hip), which suggests that barring any setbacks, the Chargers seem likely to have their top three wideout options available this weekend. Williams has caught eight passes (on 15 targets) for 157 yards in three games to date, but he proved last season when he scored 10 TDs that he can be a key weapon for the team near the goal line.

    Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another limited practice session

    Williams (back) remained limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Consecutive limited practices have Williams trending in the right direction as Sunday's game against the Broncos approaches, but it remains to be seen if he heads into that contest listed as questionable, or free from a Week 5 injury designation.

    Published: Thu, Oct 3 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to limited practice

    Williams (back) was limited at practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Coach Anthony Lynn noted earlier Wednesday that Williams' back was feeling better, and the wideout's return to practice, albeit in a limited capacity, suggests that he has a decent chance to rejoin the Chargers' lineup Sunday against the Broncos.

    Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May practice Wednesday

    Coach Anthony Lynn noted Wednesday that Williams' back is feeling better, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

    Analysis: Williams, who missed Week 4's win over the Dolphins, might practice Wednesday, but even if he doesn't, the fact that his back issue appears to be calming down suggests that the wideout could play Sunday against the Broncos.

    Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 12:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Williams (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest in Miami.

    Analysis: Williams gutted through a knee injury the first three games of the season, averaging nearly 10.5 yards per target but failing to reach the end zone on his eight catches. He came out of Sunday's loss to the Texans with a back injury that didn't allow him to take the practice field this week, hence the reason for his first absence of 2019. With fellow wide receiver Travis Benjamin (hip) doubtful to play, Keenan Allen is again on track for outsized volume in the Chargers' passing attack.

    Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not spotted at practice

    Williams (back) was not seen during the early portion of Friday's practice, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The same applies to Travis Benjamin (hip), so with that in mind, the Chargers' healthiest wideouts are currently Keenan Allen and Dontrelle Inman. We'll circle back on Williams' status later Friday to see if he's deemed questionable or out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.

    Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice Thursday

    Williams (back) did not practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Having logged back-to-back missed sessions, Williams' practice participation Friday will be telling with regard to his status for Sunday's game against the Dolphins. With Travis Benjamin (hip) also missing practice, the Chargers' healthiest wideouts are currently Keenan Allen and Dontrelle Inman.

    Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Wednesday

    Williams (back) didn't practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Williams, who has moved past a knee issue that had previously slowed him, was on the field for 69 of the Chargers' 74 snaps on offense in this past Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Texans, en route to catching three of his seven targets for 45 yards. His back issue will be something to monitor as this weekend's game against the Dolphins approaches, but the wideout has two more chances to get some practice time in before the Chargers' Week 4 tilt.

    Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted seven times

    Williams hauled in three of his seven targets for 45 yards in Week 3 against the Texans.

    Analysis: Slowed early on in the season by a knee injury, Williams turned in his highest target total of the season. It's difficult to project expectations for him moving forward, however, as Philip Rivers threw the ball 46 times, inflating Williams' total targets. Clearly second in line for targets behind Keenan Allen for the time being, Williams may remain reliant on finding the end zone to rack up fantasy production. On the other hand, Week 4 could be the time for a breakout performance, as the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 7:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shakes off knee injury

    Williams (knee) was listed as full participant at practice Wednesday and Thursday.

    Analysis: With no limitations to begin Week 3 preparations, Williams has seemingly moved past the knee issue that rendered him a game-time call heading into last Sunday's 13-10 loss to the Lions. Williams handled his usual starting role in that contest and delivered a quality stat line, nabbing three of five targets for 83 yards. Given that tight end Hunter Henry (knee) is out for the foreseeable future and running back Melvin Gordon (contract dispute) continues to hold out, a healthy Williams could see…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 83 receiving yards

    Williams recorded three catches (on five targets) for 83 yards in Sunday's 13-10 defeat at Detroit. Afterward, he told Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register that the Chargers were "being cautious" with the knee injury that limited his practice reps during the week.

    Analysis: Williams' snap count on offense wasn't immediately known, but he was shuttled in and out of the contest with his knee in mind. Despite the limitations, he ranked third in targets behind Keenan Allen (15) and Austin Ekeler (six) with tight end Hunter Henry (knee) out of the lineup for the first of many outings. As long as this is the status quo for the Chargers' passing attack, Williams will be the second or third option available to quarterback Philip Rivers.

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Sunday

    Williams (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Lions.

    Analysis: Termed a game-time call heading into Sunday, Williams ultimately gained clearance to suit up despite only turning in one limited practice during the week. Though he'll be available in Detroit, Williams won't necessarily be a safe bet to take on the 64 percent snap share he received in the overtime win over the Colts in Week 1. Adam Schefter of ESPN speculated earlier Sunday that the Chargers could lean on Williams primarily in red-zone situations, where he would profile as one of the team's top…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still viewed as game-time call

    Williams (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Lions, is still being viewed as a true game-time decision ahead of the Chargers' 1:00 p.m. EDT Week 2 kickoff, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Coach Anthony Lynn labeled Williams as a game-time call at the conclusion of Friday's practice, and while the wideout's outlook hasn't changed dramatically in the past two days, Rapoport notes that there's "some optimism growing" that Williams will be ready to play. Before a decision on Williams' status is made, he'll test out his knee in a workout early Sunday. If the. Chargers determine the risk of further injury is minimal, he'll get the green light to suit up and could profile as the team's…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 5:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Game-time decision

    Coach Anthony Lynn noted Friday that Williams (knee) will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Lions, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports. "I just need to see that he can go out and play, and not hurt himself," said Lynn. "He has a couple more days, so we'll go day by day."

    Analysis: After logging consecutive DNPs to start the week, Williams returned to a limited session Friday, opening the door for the possibility that he may give it a go this weekend. Fortunately for those considering Williams in Week 2 lineups, the Chargers kick off at 1:00 p.m. ET on Sunday. If Williams ends up limited or out for the contest, Travis Benjamin and Dontrelle Inman would figure to see added work alongside top receiver Keenan Allen.

    Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 2

    Williams (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Detroit.

    Analysis: After back-to-back DNPs to start the week, Williams took part in Friday's practice as he works through a knee injury. His status for Week 2 won't be revealed until approximately 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Even if Williams is available, the Chargers have wide receivers Travis Benjamin and Dontrelle Inman on hand to pick up the slack in the passing game.

    Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • On practice field Friday

    Williams (knee) was spotted at Friday's practice, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: We'll have to see how the Chargers classify his level of participation and see what the wideout's injury designation is -- if any -- for Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET contest against the Lions, but Williams' presence on the field Friday offers increased hope that he'll suit up for Week 2 in Detroit.

    Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 10:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice

    Williams (knee) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: What Williams is able to do at practice Friday, if anything, will be telling with regard to his Week 2 status. If he can't play Sunday against the Lions, added opportunities would be on tap for Travis Benjamin and Dontrelle Inman.

    Published: Thu, Sep 12 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 2 status cloudy

    When asked if he is concerned about Williams' (knee) availability for Sunday's game against the Lions, coach Anthony Lynn said, "absolutely," Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times reports.

    Analysis: With tight end Hunter Henry (knee) set to miss 4-6 weeks, the Chargers can ill-afford to be without another big-bodied passing target for any length of time. With Henry out and Williams -- who did not practice Wednesday -- looking iffy for Week 2 at this stage, added targets could open up this weekend for the likes of tight end Virgil Green, as well as wide receivers Travis Benjamin and Dontrelle Inman.

    Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Getting knee looked at

    Coach Anthony Lynn relayed Monday that Williams is getting his knee checked out, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports. "He's getting it looked at today, so hopefully it's not too serious," Lynn noted. "Mike's a heck of a football player, and we're going to need him. So hopefully he'll be back soon."

    Analysis: While we won't send off an alarm just yet, this is a situation to monitor. If Williams is forced to miss any time, Travis Benjamin and Dontrelle Inman would be likely to see an uptick in snaps alongside top wideout option Keenan Allen.

    Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears fine after premature exit

    Williams (knee) caught two of his three targets for 29 yards in a 30-24 overtime win over the Colts on Sunday.

    Analysis: Williams left Sunday's game late in the fourth quarter with a knee injury, but the big-bodied receiver appeared to be moving fine after the game, according to Gilbert Manzano of the Orange County Register. That's good news for Williams' fantasy status, but it was a bit troubling to see the third-year player barely factor into the team's offensive plans, with Keenan Allen and Austin Ekeler almost exclusively earning the first-half looks, and tight end Hunter Henry contributing in the second…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits game with knee injury

    Williams was forced out of Sunday's game against the Colts with a knee injury.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit, Williams had logged two catches (on three targets) for 29 yards. If he's forced to miss any time, Travis Benjamin and Dontrelle Inman are next up for wideout targets behind the team's top option, Keenan Allen.

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 3:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be offensive factor

    Williams is expected to be a "big part of the offense" according to quarterback Philip Rivers, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: File this under the category of, "no duh." The article suggests Williams could end up developing into Rivers' favorite receiver, highlighting the duo's 10-to-1 touchdown-to-interception ratio in 2018 to reinforce the point, but that's an unlikely proposition considering Keenan Allen's heavy involvement in the offense. Two years removed from what essentially amounted to a season-ending back injury, the 6-foot-5 Williams is a trendy value pick in fantasy considering his previously stated…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 30 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quick exit in preseason loss

    Williams failed to bring in his only target in Sunday's preseason loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: The Chargers gave most of their first-team offense only token snaps, so Williams had little chance to make an impact. The third-year wideout is widely anticipated to take a big step forward in 2019, and any extended absence from Keenan Allen (ankle) would only heighten the expectations around Williams.

    Published: Sun, Aug 18 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big catch to open preseason

    Williams secured his only target for 28 yards in the Chargers' 17-13 preseason loss to the Cardinals on Thursday.

    Analysis: Williams got his exhibition slate off to a fine start by making a key grab on a pass from Tyrod Taylor during the Chargers' second possession, jump-starting a drive that started at Los Angeles' 18-yard line. Williams is due for a potentially big boost in downfield targets this season with the departure of Tyrell Williams this past offseason, and Thursday's long catch may be a harbinger of things to come.

    Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 10:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Excited for bigger role

    Williams said he's confident in handling an expanded role after the Chargers lost Tyrell Williams to the Raiders, Ricky Henne of the team's official site reports. "I'm a lot more confident coming out here and playing," (Mike) Williams said. "My role is going to expand with Tyrell leaving. A lot more balls coming my way. I'm looking forward to it."

    Analysis: With the 2017 first-round pick coming off a season that included 10 touchdown catches on 66 targets, the Chargers didn't appear interested in re-signing Tyrell Williams at market value. Mike Williams now steps in as the No. 2 receiver, while Travis Benjamin will try to fend off Dylan Cantrell, Geremy Davis and Artavis Scott for the No. 3 job. There's still some concern regarding volume, as wide receivers accounted for 55 to 58 percent of the Chargers' targets each of the past three years,…read more

    Published: Mon, Jun 17 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Has skill to handle more work

    General manager Tom Telesco believes Williams has the ability to handle a high-volume role if needed, Ricky Henne of the team's official website reports. "[Williams] had a great year for us," Telesco said Thursday. "But we're also in an offense where we have a lot of guys to get the football to, so he didn't have 80, 90 or 100 catches, but he has that type of ability."

    Analysis: The seventh overall pick from the 2017 NFL Draft enjoyed a breakout of sorts during his second pro season, parlaying 66 targets into a 43-664-10 receiving line (10.1 YPT, 15.4 YPR) in an offense that gave most of the volume to its running backs and Keenan Allen. Williams should get more chances in 2019 with Tyrell Williams expected to find a new home this offseason, but the Chargers also will need to find targets for tight end Hunter Henry, who returned from a torn ACL to play 14 snaps in a…read more

    Published: Fri, Mar 1 at 9:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-high target count in loss

    Williams hauled in five of 11 targets for 68 yards Sunday in the Chargers' 41-28 loss to the Patriots in the divisional round.

    Analysis: The target total led the way for the Chargers and represented a career high for Williams, who has frequently ranked behind top wideout Keenan Allen in looks throughout his sophomore season. Considering the Chargers trailed by four touchdowns at halftime, the team's passing numbers were more inflated than normal, but Williams' 21.5 percent target share was still sizable even after accounting for game flow. After tallying 10 touchdowns during the regular season and seeing his role grow in the…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 14 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Key two-point conversion grab

    Williams brought in two of five targets for 42 yards and also caught a two-point conversion pass in the Chargers' 23-17 wild-card win over the Ravens on Sunday.

    Analysis: Williams ended up pacing the Chargers in receiving yardage with his modest total, and he logged the longest catch of the day for the team with a 28-yard grab in the second half. He then found himself wide-open in the left corner of the end zone on a two-point conversion play after Melvin Gordon's early fourth-quarter one-yard run. The second-year wideout finished the regular season on a strong note with three touchdowns over the last three games, as well 76- and 65-yard efforts in Weeks 15 and…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 6 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds paydirt in win

    Williams hauled in five of six targets for 65 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-9 win over the Broncos. He also lost 11 yards on his lone rushing attempt.

    Analysis: Williams found himself open in the middle of the end zone for a three-yard score to give his team a 14-3 lead in the third quarter. The Clemson product closed out the regular season with two of his three biggest games of the year in terms of receptions, producing five- and seven-catch efforts with three touchdowns over his final three contests. Unfortunately for him, he sandwiched those games with a one-catch dud against the Ravens in Week 16, and now he must face them again on the road in the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 5:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappointing in loss

    Williams caught one of his three targets for seven yards in Saturday's loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: A stifling Ravens defense forced Williams to see his fewest targets since Week 13, culminating in his lowest yardage total since Week 6. It's a far cry from his heroic performance last week against the Chiefs, and a reminder that Williams' fantasy production is largely dependent on game script, as Keenan Allen and Melvin Gordon continue to dominate the team's touches on a week-to-week basis.

    Published: Mon, Dec 24 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores three touchdowns in win

    Williams caught seven of his nine targets for 76 yards and two touchdowns in the 29-28 win over the Chiefs on Thursday. He also caught the game-winning two-point conversation, and carried the ball once for 19 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: It was a coming out party for the 2017 No. 7 overall pick as Williams immediately became the primary target once Keenan Allen left in the second quarter due to a hip injury. Two red zone touchdowns, the latter of which brought the Chargers within one point with four seconds remaining, put an exclamation point on what has been a resounding comeback campaign for the second-year receiver, punctuated by a go-ahead two-point reception. All those superlatives don't do justice for Williams' lone run…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 13 at 8:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Snags three passes

    Williams caught three of his six targets for 45 yards in the 26-21 win Sunday over the Bengals.

    Analysis: It's clear now that Williams has effectively taken over the No. 2 receiving role over behind Keenan Allen, as the second-year receiver has tallied 174 receiving yards and two touchdowns in the last four weeks compared to Tyrell Williams' paltry 50 receiving yards over that same stretch. The loss of Melvin Gordon (knee) hasn't created as many opportunities for Mike Williams as some might have expected, but his red-zone presence is finally extending to all parts of the field, making the 2017 No.…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 11 at 6:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches three passes

    Williams caught all three of his targets for 52 yards in the 33-30 win over the Steelers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Williams was actually the third-most targeted player, drastically trailing Keenan Allen (19) and Austin Ekeler (eight) in that category. The 24-year-old is effectively a boom-or-bust fantasy option thanks to his limited opportunities, but the Chargers' efficient offense is such that you could never rule out a potential touchdown for the 6-foot-4 wide receiver in any given outing.

    Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches two touchdowns

    Williams caught all four of his targets for 25 yards and two touchdowns in the 45-10 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

    Analysis: Tyrell Williams (quadriceps) was active for Sunday's game despite putting together back-to-back limited practices to conclude the week, but Mike Williams wound up being the star of the show, recording the second multi-touchdown game of his young career. The likes of Keenan Allen, Melvin Gordon and Austin Ekeler have made it nearly impossible for Williams to see an extended amount of targets, but the second-year wide receiver remains a certifiable threat near the red zone. Should the Chargers…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 5:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 56 receiving yards

    Williams caught two of his three targets for 56 yards in the 23-22 loss to the Broncos on Sunday.

    Analysis: The lack of opportunities makes Williams a difficult fantasy play any given week, but it's hard to argue that the second-year receiver isn't a big-play threat. Despite catching two or fewer passes for the sixth time this season, the 2017 first-round pick snagged receptions of 29 and 27 yards to put the Chargers in scoring position on both occasions. Williams' fantasy potential is limited so long as Tyrell Williams and Keenan Allen continue to see the lion's share of the targets, but he remains…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 19 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 11

    Williams (groin) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Broncos after practicing fully Friday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams wasn't targeted in the Week 10 win over the Raiders, which reinforces that he's a hit-or-miss fantasy option whose value is touchdown-dependent. Through nine game to date, Williams is averaging a modest 37.6 receiving yards, but he has made five trips to the end zone. He'll take aim this weekend at a Denver defense that has surrendered 16 passing scores through nine contests.

    Published: Fri, Nov 16 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice Thursday

    Williams (groin) was added to the Chargers' Week 11 injury report after logging a limited practice Thursday.

    Analysis: Fellow wideout Keenan Allen (finger/hip) was also limited Thursday after practicing fully Wednesday, so the Chargers' wideout corps suddenly has a couple of key players to watch in advance of Sunday's 4:05 ET kickoff against the Broncos. Through nine games, Williams -- who was not targeted in Week 10 -- is averaging 37.6 receiving yards, but he has managed to make his mark with five TDs over that span.

    Published: Thu, Nov 15 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Does not record target

    Williams did not record a target in the 20-6 win over the Raiders, but he carried the ball once for zero yards Sunday.

    Analysis: It was a disappointing day for Williams as the second-year wide receiver saw Keenan Allen (nine targets, six receptions for 57 yards and a touchdown) and Tyrell Williams (six targets, four receptions for 46 yards) receive the vast majority of the looks on offense. It's clear the 2017 first-round pick is at best the fourth option heading into any given game, and as a result, makes for a risky play even in standard scoring formats.

    Published: Mon, Nov 12 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches fifth touchdown of season

    Williams caught a 30-yard touchdown in the 25-17 win over the Seahawks on Sunday.

    Analysis: Williams has turned his only catch into a touchdown in back-to-back weeks as the second-year receiver continues his surprisingly productive season. The lack of targets will continue to hold Williams back from emerging as a true fantasy asset, but owners could do worse when looking for a flex play, particularly next week against the struggling Raiders.

    Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 6:55pm by Rotowire.com
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