KyleWilliams

News: 15 hours agoWilliams is expected to see more playing time Week 2 versus the Steelers, Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano of ESPN.com report.

Spin: Williams didn't garner a target over 11 offensive snaps in the team's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks in Week 1. Now with A.J. Brown (ankle) on injured reserve, the second-year wide receiver has a clear path to more opportunities against Pittsburgh on Sunday. Williams caught 10 of 21 targets for 209 yards and three touchdowns over 17 regular-season contests with New England last season.

ESPN Fantasy Projection: Williams showed some flashes as a rookie, but he has a tough path to a Year 2 breakout. The 2025 third-round pick didn't see the field much (31% snap share), but he scored three touchdowns on 21 targets, all of which came from Week 10 on. He was utilized as a situational deep threat (17.6 aDOT), which led to a low catch rate (48%) but plenty of big plays (20.9 YPR). That role may not change much in 2026, as Williams will now compete with newcomers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, as well as incumbents DeMario Douglas and Mack Hollins for targets in a good New England offense led by Drake Maye. Unfortunately, he doesn't have a path to fantasy consistency and is best stashed only in dynasty.