Jameson Williams and the Lions have arrived either half a season late or half a season early, depending on how you look at it

Detroit Lions linebacker Alex Anzalone greets fans after the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff calls a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields meets with Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown (14) after an NFL football game

Detroit Lions quarterback Nate Sudfeld (10) calls a play during the second half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears

Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears