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Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has released a statement regarding his suspension.
"This week I was notified by the NFL that I have been suspended for a violation of the Performance Enhancing Substances Policy," the statement began.
"The news came as a complete surprise that I am still trying to understand.
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"I don't take supplements or vitamins and I am overly cautious about even taking over-the-counter medicine. At no time have I ever taken something in an attempt to cheat or look for an unfair advantage. I understand that I am responsible for everything that goes into my body and I have to take accountability in this instance.
"I have nothing but love and respect for this game, my teammates, coaches, the Lions organization and the City of Detroit. It is disappointing to accept this suspension, and it will hurt me to be away from the team as they prepare this week. So out of respect to my teammates, this will be the last time I address this matter."
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Williams will not appeal the suspension and will miss the next two games.
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Williams' suspension was announced earlier this week after the league found he violated the NFL's Performance-Enhancing-Substance policy. Williams was still practicing with the team as he waited official word from the league. However, now that he's dropped his appeal, he will be away from the team for two weeks.
Head coach Dan Campbell was already preparing to not have him this week against the Tennessee Titans. He still believes in Williams, though.
"I trust this kid. I trust him. And unfortunately, you've got to pay for your sins," Campbell said Wednesday. "If something happens and this comes down, so be it. But I know this, we dangled the rope down on the way up. We can't wait for anybody.
"And over a year ago, he started climbing his way up and he got to us. And maybe he lost his grip, but he'll climb back up again. That rope's still there. It's tied to us, and he'll be just fine, but he's part of this team and I trust him."
Williams was in the midst of a breakout season, catching 17 passes for an already career-high 361 yards and three touchdowns. Campbell believes he'll pick right back up when he returns.
"He's matured so much, and I get it, I understand where it's at. I know it can be frustrating," Campbell said. "Look, it's frustrating for us and it's frustrating because I've got to answer these questions and the team is going to have to answer them when they shouldn't have to, but ultimately, he's taken huge strides.
"He's made huge strides, and I recognize that and I think the team recognizes that. So, I think he's going to come back better than he was before."
Williams will miss the team's Week 8 matchup against the Titans and Week 9 matchup against the Green Bay Packers.
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