Leaner Williams turning heads

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Mike Williams lost the weight and regained his swagger in the process. He's faster, happier and once again optimistic about a career that went nowhere in his first three NFL seasons. But for his sake, to keep him motivated, the Titans receiver is going to pretend he's stuck in a rut. In 2005, Williams was a first-round draft pick by the Lions, but he was released after two seasons. The Raiders gave him another shot, but he lasted just six games in Oakland. That's when the Titans jumped on board, signing him at the end of last season, hoping for bigger things in the future. Today, the 6-foot-5 Williams is down nearly 30 pounds to 242 from his weight in January. He opened eyes in practices open to media in May and June, which got the attention of his teammates. But when someone paid him a compliment on the last day of organized workouts, he had a matter-of-fact reply. Williams, more than anyone, knows he's done nothing yet.

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July 7, 2008 05:57 AM ET

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If he can do it, good for him... But why he couldn't do it before really makes me wonder if he freaking cares about the sport at all.

herwegostillers

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July 7, 2008 06:34 AM ET

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Maybe he's finally being humble. Hope it works out for him.

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July 7, 2008 06:43 AM ET

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I just hope he turns it all around.......Good Luck.

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July 7, 2008 06:45 AM ET

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good luck with a Kordell Stewart-like quarterback throwin you bounce passes

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July 7, 2008 06:52 AM ET

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he has to get on the feild to have a chance at those one hoppers from Young. he balooned up to 272 pounds, wonder what his offseason works outs were like? did he spend alot of time at krispy kreme? sounds like a real motovated guy.

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July 7, 2008 07:50 AM ET

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haha krispy kreme........motovated?.....for DOUGHNUTS AHAHAHAHA you blow williams

De[10]Rossi

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July 7, 2008 07:58 AM ET

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Turning heads...from side to side in disgust...

CanofOil...Asst.…

Winston Salem, NC

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July 7, 2008 08:12 AM ET

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I don't care how much weight he loses, the guy is and will always be a loser.

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July 7, 2008 09:21 AM ET

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Do it in the games, then I will be impressed. If he is catching important passes in week 8 then I will start paying attention. Until then, keep your mouth shut, keep a low profile and put in mad work.

jack johnson

Minneapolis , MN

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July 7, 2008 09:25 AM ET

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Hope he turns it around, good luck to him.

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July 7, 2008 10:19 AM ET

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Nothing faster than a 270 pound reciever. He's just like everyother reciever that came from his college...lazy and just happy to get a huge payday. The only thing that is motivating him right now is that next contract, and then six months later he'll be cut again.