Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams will not appeal a two-game suspension for two games for violating the league’s performance-enhancing substances policy, but said he the failed test leading to his second league-imposed ban was a “complete surprise.”The official NFL announcement on Thursday afternoon confirmed media reports from earlier in the week. Williams will miss Sunday’s home game against the Tennessee Titans and the Nov. 3 game at the Green Bay Packers. The Lions (5-1) play the host Houston Texans on Nov. 10.Williams released a statement through his agent, Rocky Arceneaux of Alliance Sports.”This week I was notified by the NFL that I have been suspended for a violation of the Performance Enhancing Substances Policy,” he said.”The news came as a complete surprise that I am still trying to understand.”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.”Williams has 17 receptions for 361 yards and three touchdowns through six games (four starts) this season.
