Williams' two-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances was lifted Monday, but the Lions were given a roster exemption, allowing the team some time to bring him back to the active roster, per the NFL's transaction log.

The NFL officially suspended Williams two games for violating the league's policy regarding performance-enhancing substances Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Williams announced via his agency Alliance Sports Management on Thursday that he won't appeal his two-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances.

Williams brought in his only target for minus-4 yards in the Lions' 31-29 win over the Vikings on Sunday.

Williams (ankle) caught five of 11 targets for 79 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Buccaneers.

Williams (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Eric Woodyard of ESPN.com reports.

Williams (ankle), who is listed as questionable, is trending towards playing in Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.

Williams (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay.

Williams (ankle) was limited at practice Thursday.

Williams practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday due to an ankle injury.