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Big Cat Country fantasy football takes on C.J. Williams
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All Big Cat Country insights about C.J. Williams
PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
Backup wide receiver and sixth-round pick from 2026 draft caught all four targets thrown his way for 22 yards in preseason Week 2; the source notes his tape has been consistently good and depth at the position is valuable, though the Jaguars are not one Williams away from unlocking offensive potential.PositiveBreakoutAug 22, 2026
Williams may have had the less statistically flashy night of the two rookie receivers with four catches for 22 yards, but his film from the week tells a fuller story; in Wednesday's joint practice, he made one of the catches of the day on a Mullens throw into an impossibly tight window; in the game, he and Cameron operated as the clear first options for both Mullens and Carter Bradley throughout the first half, with his efficiency in that volume of early work—four targets and four catches—reflecting a growing level of trust from the backup quarterback room that he had not yet fully established early on.PositiveBreakoutAug 22, 2026
Rookie receiver C.J. Williams showed promise in the preseason game, contributing to Jacksonville's encouraging performance from young receivers despite the offense's overall inability to convert drives into touchdowns.NegativeUsageAug 22, 2026
Williams was part of the rookie duo that accumulated 69 total yards on the opening field goal drive, though specific individual statistics were not detailed in the game recap.PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026
Received a 6-yard pass and carried the ball for a 2-yard rush on Jacksonville's opening offensive drive in preseason Week 2, showing early involvement in the offense.PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026
Scored a touchdown in the red zone period during joint practice; part of the Jaguars' dominant red zone offensive performance where they converted on nearly every attempt across eight to nine opportunities.PositiveRoleAug 16, 2026
Wide receiver listed as Stock Up Honorable Mention following positive preseason performance in the Saints game.PositiveBreakoutAug 16, 2026
Rookie receiver CJ Williams lived up to camp hype in preseason week 1, finishing second on the team in receiving with two catches for 28 yards and a long of 17 yards when given opportunities from backup signal callers; the source identifies him as a winner and notes this pair of young receivers will likely remain a big storyline from camp and preseason.NegativeUsageAug 15, 2026
CJ Williams contributed first-down conversions early in the game and finished with 2 receptions for 28 yards (14.0 YPR) on five targets in the preseason game.PositiveRoleAug 6, 2026
CJ Williams, a rookie receiver, 'genuinely seem[s] like a veteran addition to the room' despite being a rookie. Special teams coordinator Heath Farwell praised his work ethic, saying 'CJ contacted me more this summer than anybody. And it's a reflection of how much he cares. He's done a great job for us.'PositiveSleeperAug 6, 2026
Sixth-round WR rookie has quietly put together a solid start to his own NFL career, entering camp facing the same uphill battle as Josh Cameron in an exceptionally competitive receiver room. Rather than forcing spectacular plays, Williams has impressed through consistency, clean route running, and dependable hands whenever his number has been called. The source emphasizes that this approach may not produce viral social media clips every day, but it's exactly the type of reliability coaching staffs value during early training camp stages. Every clean route and routine catch builds confidence for young receivers hoping to earn preseason opportunities. If Williams can continue producing steady performances while others chase highlight moments, he'll give himself every chance of remaining firmly in the fight for a roster spot as camp progresses.PositiveUsageAug 4, 2026
Sixth-round rookie wide receiver CJ Williams impressed during Day 6 redzone drills by going full extension while keeping his feet inbounds for a touchdown catch, contributing to the team's deepening receiver room.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Sixth-round receiver competing for roster spot in Jacksonville's deep receiver room; offensive coordinator Grant Udinski publicly praised Williams following minicamp; special teams and kick return competition may provide the easiest route to cracking the 53-man roster given offensive depth.PositiveBreakoutJul 22, 2026
Fourth pass-catcher selected by Jacksonville in April; early OTAs and minicamp returns suggest he could outpace some rookies drafted ahead of him. Late bloomer who broke out at Stanford in 2025, leading the Cardinal offense in all three major receiving categories and proving ability to shoulder heavy volume. Consistently stood out in offseason work with crisp route running, soft reliable hands, and bigger-bodied frame that translates to functional play strength through contact. Refined technical polish gives him legitimate chance to see year-one playing time despite crowded receiver room.NegativeRoleJul 22, 2026
Williams' college journey exposed him to multiple environments and coaching styles: USC showcased elite offensive talent, Wisconsin reinforced toughness and discipline in Big Ten football, and Stanford provided the opportunity to become a featured receiver while earning one of the world's most respected degrees. Rather than viewing his journey as instability, Williams framed it as growth, arriving in the NFL with experience across more coaching styles, offensive systems, and locker rooms than many veterans.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
After spending much of his college career as a complementary receiver, Williams finally got the right opportunity at Stanford and became the focal point of the Cardinal offense in 2025, leading the team in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches.PositiveBreakoutJul 22, 2026
Williams exploded during the 2025 Stanford season as the focal point of the Cardinal offense, recording three consecutive 100-yard receiving performances—the first Stanford player since quarterback Alex Smith in 2004 to achieve the feat of any kind, and the first Cardinal wide receiver since Biletnikoff Award winner Troy Walters in 1999. He led Stanford in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches, earning team Offensive MVP honors and All-ACC recognition before declaring for the NFL Draft.