Citing ‘heart, growth’ Lions’ coach maintains support of WR Jameson Williams

For the second week in a row, Lions head coach Dan Campbell spent a considerable portion of his Wednesday press conference verbalizing full support of suspended wide receiver Jameson Williams.Campbell came to the defense of Williams as the latest off-field issue — and possible arrest — involving the former first-round pick came to light.”Look, for me, I judge people over what’s in their heart, and I know what this kid’s made of and he’s worth hanging with,” Campbell said Wednesday.Prosecutors are looking into whether Williams should be arrested in connection with a police stop on Oct. 8, according to Fox 2 in Detroit.Authorities found two guns in a car driven by Williams’ brother, who was stopped for speeding, according to multiple reports. A pistol registered to Williams was found beneath his set, but he didn’t have a concealed pistol license required to transport a weapon in Michigan.Campbell said they learned of the stop from Williams immediately after it took place.”It certainly doesn’t look good. I get that,” Campbell said when asked about Williams potentially facing a third NFL suspension. “But at the same token, it kind of all came on here at the same time. And it’s really decision-making for him. And that’s where he knows he can be better. Don’t put yourself in those situations. He’s going to learn from this. I still think there’s been a ton of growth out of this kid.”Williams has 17 receptions for 361 yards and three touchdowns through six games (four starts) this season.Reacting to a suspension for performance-enhancing substances that began last week, Campbell took a similar tone last Wednesday. He said the team trusts Williams and will support him through the suspension.

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