<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-williams">Mike Williams</a> joined the Pittsburgh Steelers just hours before the trade deadline of the 2024 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season and made his debut in the win against the Washington Commanders, delivering a standout showing for his new team. The 30-year-old wide receiver posted on Instagram about his play, where he remembered his former teammate, Aaron Rodgers, the quarterback of the New York Jets.



The relationship between Williams and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/AAron-rodgers">Rodgers</a> was strained during the receiver’s tenure with the Jets this season. Following the loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 6, the 40-year-old quarterback blamed his teammate for running the wrong route on a game-winning interception. “Williams was supposed to be on the ‘red line’ of the practice field, five yards off the sideline,” Rodgers had criticized.



Williams did not forget that phrase and after changing the air sent a mocking phrase for his former teammate. One thing that was certain was that receiving disapproval from Rodgers marked the wide receiver’s future with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-jets">Jets</a>, who decided to trade him as soon as possible before the arrival of Davante Adams.



<h2>Williams’ taunt to Rodgers</h2>



In an Instagram post celebrating his first game with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a>, Williams added three hashtags. The first two read #WholeLotta and #WeBack, being the ones the wide receiver always uses. However, the message of controversy was the third hashtag, which said #RedLine, referring to Rodgers’ comment. It was an indirect but easily understandable joke.



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<h2>Williams’ performance in his debut with the Steelers</h2>



Williams completed a great game in his first outing on the field with his new team. The wide receiver scored a touchdown on a 32-yard reception against the Commanders, coming off the bench to put up valuable points in a very even game that ended 28-27 in favor of the Steelers.


 

 

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<h2>Rodgers’ message to Williams after his move to Steelers</h2>



The New York Jets quarterback said goodbye last week to his former teammate, who, a few days later, taunted him via an Instagram post. “I wish Mike (Williams) the best. He’s a good guy; sometimes a change of scenery is great for certain players,” Rodgers said in reaction to the receiver’s arrival with the Steelers.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have gone from being a promising team to a legitimate contender this NFL season. The surprising Washington Commanders posed a tough challenge, but under head coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-tomlin">Mike Tomlin</a>, the Steelers emerged victorious. Mike Williams‘ debut was marked by a touchdown, following an excellent connection with star QB Russell Wilson.



In the week leading up to the highly anticipated trade deadline, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-mike-tomlins-steelers-sign-key-weapon-to-help-russell-wilson-from-aaron-rodgers-jets">Pittsburgh made a late move to secure talented WR Mike Williams</a> from none other than the New York Jets. His debut couldn’t have been better, as he found the end zone for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a>.



Regarding this spectacular play, it was none other than <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/russell-wilson">Russell Wilson</a> himself who, after the game, spoke with the media to share his thoughts on the touchdown scored by Williams: “It was a big-time catch by Mike,” Wilson said, per Brooke Pryor of ESPN.



“I just try to give him a chance and let him do his thing. As a guy that’s had [two] thousand-yard seasons in his career, a guy who’s made plays, a guy who’s faced some adversity. You love it when guys face adversity and they come through on the other end of it,” the former Seahawks and Broncos QB added.



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20241111_BUS_270454_Mike-Williams-1024x576_3712805e.webp&amp;width=1024&amp;height=576" alt="Mike Williams" class="wp-image-270475" srcset="https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams-300x169.jpg 300w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams-768x432.jpg 768w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams-740x416.jpg 740w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams-490x275.jpg 490w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams-250x140.jpg 250w, https://bolavip-us.cms.futbolsitesnetwork.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/11/Mike-Williams.jpg 1920w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure><figcaption>Mike Williams #18 of the Pittsburgh Steelers catches a go ahead touchdown against Benjamin St-Juste #25 of the Washington Commanders in the fourth quarter of a game at Northwest Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Landover,Maryland.</figcaption></figure>



“It’s a credit to Mike, just studying the film and understanding all the extra time that we put in this week, just having confidence in the people around you,” Wilson also said.


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<h2>Promising debut for Williams with the Steelers</h2>



With just a handful of practices under his belt since joining the Steelers ahead of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> trade deadline, WR Mike Williams has quickly made an impact. Head coach Mike Tomlin, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/mike-tomlin-net-worth">one of the highest-paid and most successful in the league</a>, had requested the acquisition of the former Jets player, and his arrival is already starting to pay off.



After the game, the player was asked if he had practiced that route, which led to his touchdown, during his short time with the team. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-williams">Williams</a>‘ response was clear and decisive.



“None. I didn’t run it one time,” he said, per Steelers beat reporter Mike DeFabo on X, formerly Twitter.



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<h2>Pittsburgh Steelers upcoming matches</h2>



<ul><li>vs Baltimore Ravens, November 17th</li><li>vs Cleveland Browns, November 21st</li><li>vs Cincinnati Bengals, December 1st</li><li>vs Cleveland Browns, December 8th</li><li>vs Philadelphia Eagles, December 15th</li></ul>

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As Week 10 of the NFL regular season approaches, teams are finalizing roster changes for the remainder of the season. Among those making moves is the Pittsburgh Steelers, who <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-mike-tomlins-steelers-sign-key-weapon-to-help-russell-wilson-from-aaron-rodgers-jets">just announced the acquisition of wide receiver Mike Williams</a>, formerly of the New York Jets and teammate of quarterback <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/aaron-rodgers">Aaron Rodgers.</a>



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/mike-williams">Williams</a>, who has recorded 166 receiving yards so far in 2024, joins a Steelers squad currently sitting atop the AFC North standings. Despite his recent contributions to the Jets, New York opted not to retain him, allowing Williams to take on a new role in Pittsburgh.



Rodgers spoke about the trade on The Pat McAfee Show, sharing his perspective on Williams both as a player and a person in the locker room: “Mike’s a quiet guy who just goes about his business. He had a tough injury last year but worked his *** off to make a comeback. He wasn’t around for much of training camp, but he’s been progressing.”



Rodgers continued, “During the season, I really felt his speed coming back. He’s more comfortable with it now, and that’s a tough injury—I know from experience. The mental aspect is what takes the most time.” Williams, now with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/pittsburgh-steelers">Steelers</a>, has a promising opportunity to revitalize his career.



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<h2>Rodgers on Williams’ move to the Steelers</h2>



While Williams’ departure is a significant loss for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/new-york-jets">Jets</a>, Rodgers believes his former teammate will thrive with Pittsburgh: “Mike’s a good guy, a strong leader. Sometimes, a change of scenery is great for certain players. I mean, it was great for me—I’ve had fun here.”


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Rodgers also commented on the Jets’ future without Williams, and Adams in the lineup: “With Davante around, we all knew targets would be fewer for everyone else—he’s a go-to option. But it gave Mike more opportunities, and I wish him well.”



<h2>Williams’ performance with the Jets</h2>



Williams leaves New York after one season, during which he made a solid impact prior to Adams joining the roster. Though he didn’t score a touchdown, he proved reliable in clutch situations.



In nine games (three as a starter), Williams recorded 12 receptions on 21 targets, including nine first downs, and totaled 169 receiving yards. With those stats, he had a 52.4 successful percentage.



<h2>What’s next for Williams with the Steelers?</h2>



Williams will have his first opportunity to suit up for Pittsburgh in their Week 10 matchup in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> against the Washington Commanders, the NFC East leaders. After that, he will have to get ready to play against two difficult squads.



Steelers November Schedule:



<ul><li>vs. Commanders – Week 10 – November 10</li><li>vs. Ravens – Week 11 – November 17</li><li>vs. Browns – Week 12 – November 21</li></ul>

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-chargers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Los Angeles Chargers</a> are struggling in the 2023 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season, and they have just received some very bad news. The AFC West team will lose a crucial wide receiver of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/justin-herbert" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Justin Herbert’s</a> offense for the rest of the year.



Against all odds, the Chargers started the 2023 season with two defeats. For this reason, it was pivotal for them to get a victory in Week 3, but the task was not easy at all for them.


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Los Angeles flew to Minnesota to face the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vikings</a>. The home team was also looking for its first win of the year, but the Chargers were able to get a huge victory on the road and defeat Kirk Cousins’ squad.



<h2>Chargers’ wide receiver to miss the rest of the 2023 NFL season</h2>



Week 3 of the 2023 season left a bittersweet taste for the Chargers. They secured an incredible win against the Vikings on the road but lost a crucial player at the end of the game.



During the last quarter of Sunday’s game, Mike Williams had to leave early due to a knee injury. NFL Media confirmed on Monday, through an MRI, that the wide receiver suffered a torn ACL and will be out for the rest of the season.



Williams had been the second-best wide receiver on the team this year, following Keenan Allen. The former 7th overall pick has recorded 19 receptions for 249 yards and one touchdown, and these statistics will remain unchanged for the rest of the campaign.


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<h2>Who will be Mike Williams’ replacement?</h2>



The Los Angeles Chargers will probably use Quentin Johnston as WR2, who was drafter with the 21st overall pick this year.

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There are a handful of teams that have the quarterback position settled. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-chargers">Los Angeles Chargers</a> are one of them because they have Justin Herbert. However, head coach Brandon Staley is in the hot seat considering he hasn’t been able to maximize Herbert’s talent.



The Chargers made the playoffs as a wild card team, but they did so securing a spot with one game to go. No matter what happened in Week 18 against the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/denver-broncos">Denver Broncos</a>, their seeding wasn’t going to change.


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Staley decided to play the starters in that game despite there was nothing to play for. The rush of criticism towards the head coach was aimed at his decision mainly since Mike Williams got injured. His absence in the postseason is what he finally addressed.



<h2>Mike Williams gets real on missing the postseason</h2>



The Jacksonville Jaguars were the opponent in the wild card round. A 27-0 lead was a comforting score to think that Los Angeles didn’t make any mistake the previous week. However, the Jaguars came back to win 31-30.



Williams has been injury-prone his whole career, so a conservative approach is likely needed. The wide receiver picked up a back issue against the Broncos and wasn’t able to face Jacksonville, but he doesn’t hold a grudge over that decision.



“The coach wanted us to play, so that’s what we had to do. That’s what we get paid to do, play football. I was with whatever decision he made. I understood why he wanted us to play. We had a lot of momentum going into that game. He wanted to keep the momentum going. Coach Staley is our leader. We believe in him. We can go with whatever he wants us to do”, Williams said according to Jeff Miller of the Los Angeles Times.

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