Detroit Lions defensive lineman Tyleik Williams will be looking to carve out a consistent role in his rookie season. Williams carries a strong reputation as a run-defender, lending creedence to the fact that his primary assignment in his debut season will be to work in early downs as a run-stuffer.

That said, the Lions’ first-round pick is already starting to impress some of the players and coaches around him. Nose tackle DJ Reader, a nine-year veteran who not-so-coincidentally sits next to Williams in the meeting room, is already praising the 22-year-old’s intelligence.

The Detroit Lions announced they have signed first-round pick Tyleik Williams to his initial NFL contract. Williams signed a day after third-round pick Isaac TeSlaa signed his rookie deal. The defensive tackle from Ohio State has been a participant in all the offseason activities prior to signing.