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Among the many positive things to come out of the New York Jets beating the Tennessee Titans last Sunday afternoon, probably the most underrated had to do with veteran wide receiver Mike Williams. © Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports The former L.A.
Charger caught just one pass, but the 19-yard completion on a second and long allowed the Jets to continue what would be the game-winning touchdown drive. It also helps that Williams saw a significant uptick in snaps after used sparingly in the team's season-opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers. "He feels good," Jets head coach Robert Saleh said.
"That was one of the first questions we asked him yesterday. He feels really good. He had 35 snaps from my understanding, so he wants more and his body feels good, so we're going to continue to get him involved.
" Williams was brought in by New York to be a competent second option to young superstar Garrett Wilson. Related: Jets' Week 2 Win vs. Titans: 'Had To Have' He may only have one catch, but the growing chemistry with Aaron Rodgers and the improvements by the Jets offense should bring Williams more touches, and more chances to show why he has been considered one of the best deep threats in the league today.
And it could separate the Jets from the rest of the pack in the AFC..
