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PositiveRoleOct 31, 2026
Listed as one of the Patriots' top three wideouts who could take on more snaps if A.J. Brown doesn't play against the Colts.NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
WR Kyle Williams took 57% of snaps in 11p and 40% overall, with minimal target volume (1-3-0 on one target).NegativeRoleOct 23, 2026
Williams took 40% of snaps and 49% route share in 11 personnel but finished with 0-0-0 on one target; limited receiving opportunity despite personnel role.NegativeMatchupOct 22, 2026
Williams is a strong fade against Chicago, which ranks third in DVOA against WR3s.PositiveValueOct 21, 2026
Ranks third in yards per target if you make the minimum a pedestrian 10 targets. The second-year speedster has been tearing things up since the preseason and leads the NFL in yards per catch (24.5!) with a minimum of five receptions. Picking up wherever possible in dynasty land.PositiveSleeperOct 21, 2026
Williams ranks third in yards per target (minimum 10 targets) and leads the NFL in yards per catch at 24.5 with a minimum of five receptions. The second-year speedster has been tearing things up since the preseason and merits dynasty league pickups wherever possible.NegativeProjectionOct 14, 2026
Ranked WR56 for Week 6 vs. NYJ. Williams followed up a Week 4 goose-egg with a 3-91-1 performance. The source would love to see Williams get a full-time role but notes it's tough to rank him too high coming off a pedestrian 37% route rate. Williams joins Tyquan Thornton, Alec Pierce, Christian Watson, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba as the only WRs averaging north of 11 yards per target since the beginning of last season (min. 30 targets) and leads the league in yards per catch (22.9) during that span.PositiveValueOct 14, 2026
Ranked WR56 vs. NYJ. Williams followed a Week 4 goose-egg with a 3-91-1 performance. The source would love to see him get a full-time role but notes his 37% route rate limits his ranking. However, Williams joins an elite efficiency tier: he leads the league in yards per catch (22.9) since the beginning of last season (min. 30 targets) and averages north of 11 yards per target alongside Tyquan Thornton, Alec Pierce, Christian Watson, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba.PositiveProjectionOct 13, 2026
Williams' role looks to be growing. He has speed to burn, and Drake Maye is red hot, providing upside in the Patriots passing game.PositiveRoleOct 12, 2026
Williams had a 37-yard TD and a 49-yard gain while playing 41% of snaps in 11 personnel and 13% of snaps in 12 personnel; he made an argument for more playing time on a day when Doubs disappointed.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Williams took 33% snaps and 2 targets for 0 yards after Mack Hollins' exit, indicating limited opportunity even with the injury-depleted WR room. The source marks him as a dynasty stock down.NegativeProjectionSep 28, 2026
Williams should have waltzed into the end zone for a 50-yard score, but replay showed he unfortunately just barely stepped out of bounds at the 14-yard line.NegativeProjectionSep 28, 2026
Williams should have waltzed into the end zone for a 50-yard touchdown, but replay review showed he barely stepped out of bounds at the 14-yard line, negating the score.PositiveDepth ChartSep 15, 2026
With A.J. Brown sidelined by a high ankle sprain for at least four to six weeks, Kyle Williams moves up the Patriots' depth chart and gains increased opportunity.NegativeUsageSep 10, 2026
Williams played 16% of snaps and 17% route share with no targets. After A.J. Brown's injury, he shared 12 personnel snaps with Romeo Doubs, who took 42% of those snaps.PositiveBreakoutSep 9, 2026
Kyle Williams showcased big-play ability by scoring a touchdown in each of New England's three preseason games as the 2025 third-round pick vies for a larger role in his second NFL campaign. He represents an interesting bargain option in the Patriots' slot alongside DeMario Douglas.PositiveProjectionAug 24, 2026
Kyle Williams showcased strong preseason performance with 4 receptions for 111 yards and 2 touchdowns through two games, eviscerating man coverage. The source suggests giving Williams 1-2 deep balls per game in the regular season to see if the preseason production translates, indicating upside potential in New England's passing game.PositiveBreakoutAug 24, 2026
Williams, a third-round pick in 2025 who didn't play much as a rookie, started and played 29 snaps, catching 2 of 6 targets for 74 yards and a TD (a 69-yard house call). Though buried on the depth chart, the Patriots could keep him around or trade him as a developmental guy. He was an OK prospect and hasn't really had a shot yet; there were some inferior prospects that went on Day 2 of this year's draft.PositiveBreakoutAug 17, 2026
The second-year speedster flashed with his opportunities in preseason Week 1, posting 2 catches for 37 yards and 1 touchdown; he showed off route-running with a nice comeback and hauled in a 12-yard score in tight coverage while competing for one of three roster spots behind A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, and DeMario Douglas.PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026
Williams played 26 snaps and caught two of three targets for 37 yards and a TD, playing throughout the first half alongside and after veteran receivers. He studies elite receivers like Davante Adams and Doug Baldwin to develop his craft.PositiveUsageAug 17, 2026
Kyle Williams played 26 snaps for the Patriots in preseason Week 1, caught two of three targets for 37 yards and a TD, and played throughout the first half, getting some snaps alongside Boutte/Hollins and some more snaps after the veterans left.