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Jamaal Williams Contacts Dan Campbell About NFL Comeback

Detroit’s commitment to Jahmyr Gibbs and trust in younger backups means a reunion would depend on injuries or roster changes.

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An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams (30) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the New York Giants, Image 2 shows Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell watching practice

Overview

  • Jamaal Williams told the Detroit Free Press on Wednesday that he called Lions head coach Dan Campbell to say he is training for an NFL comeback and wants another chance.
  • Williams said Campbell answered that the Lions are "set at running back for now" and would keep Williams in mind if circumstances change.
  • Williams has not played since the end of the 2024 season and is training at BYU, while his 2022 season with Detroit produced 1,066 rushing yards and a franchise-record 17 rushing touchdowns.
  • The Lions currently use Jahmyr Gibbs as their lead back with Sione Vaki and Jacob Saylors behind him, and Isiah Pacheco is sidelined after back surgery with an expected return no earlier than December.
  • A signing now appears unlikely, but Williams’ outreach keeps him on Detroit’s radar and a late-season roster need caused by injury or Pacheco’s status could reopen talks and shift the team’s depth plan.