5 Lions players who'll benefit most from Jameson Williams' suspension absence

More than 48 hours after it was initially reported, news came that Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams will not appeal his two-game suspension for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substance policy. A two-game suspension, per the policy, comes when a player tests positive for a "stimulant, diuretic or masking agent."

Since the news first broke, head coach Dan Campbell consistently said the Lions were planning to be without Williams in Week 8 against the Tennessee Titans. That was as strong an indicator as anything that Williams would be suspended, and Campbell knew more than he could say before the league office made an announcement.

As unfortunate as a second suspension for Williams in as many seasons is, it also brings opportunity for others. There's no way to really replace what he adds to the Lions' offense, but one of the best offenses in the league has a lot of weapons to cover for his absence.

In particular, these Lions players are in line to benefit most from Williams' two-game absence. He will also miss Week 9 against the Green Bay Packers.

5 Lions players who stand to benefit most during Jameson Williams' suspension

5. WR Isaiah Williams

Williams earned a spot on the 53-man roster with an excellent preseason, but he has yet to suit up for his first NFL regular season game. The rookie UDFA out of Illinois feels sure to be in uniform over the next two games, as an option for offensive snaps and possibly as a return man (9.1 yards per punt return over his final two college seasons). During the preseason 82 of his 123 receiving yards came after the catch, so he's got some juice there.

Comments from offensive coordinator Ben Johnson on Thursday seem like a strong hint Williams has earned an opportunity to suit up on game days, perhaps even if Jameson Williams wasn't suspended.