The outcome of one game will seemingly determine the fate of Mike Williams with New York Jets.

Before NFLAt the Nov. 5 trade deadline, Williams became a household name as someone who could be on the move. New York’s acquisition of fellow veteran wide receiver Davante Adams suddenly made the former desirable. However, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, the Jets could choose to keep the 30-year-old if they beat out Houston Texans in week 9.

Speaking further SportsCenterFowler said whether New York beats Houston and how much (or little) Williams contributes will impact the Jets’ decision-making process. However, if Gang Green loses, they may “sell tracks” such as the wrong airplay.

Williams’ fate rests essentially in the hands of quarterback Aaron Rodgers and his current Jets teammates. If they get the job done and avoid falling to 2-7, keeping their slim playoff hopes alive, New York could meet the deadline. so, Pittsburgh Steelers they can become pseudo-Texans fans for a contest, given their well-documented longing for help.

Heading into the Jets-Steelers matchup in the first hour of Week 7, the two sides discussed a deal around Williams. Finally, they reasonably chosen to bring the conversation within reach until after their meeting. Suddenly, another stipulation delays things and may leave Pittsburgh with nothing, putting the Black and Gold in a tough spot.

For what it’s worth, the Steelers aren’t the only ones who could be cheated by Rodgers and the Jets. Fowler says Williams has generated “interest,” suggesting Pittsburgh isn’t the only potential suitor for his services. Regardless, it takes two to tango, complicating matters if New York prevails on Thursday Night Football against the Texans.

It’s an unenviable position for Williams, although Fowler notes he remains “open” to a change of scenery. Meanwhile, the season passer and the Jets are in good shape amid the seemingly fluid situation. Either way, a mutual parting of ways is in the cards.

Despite joining the Jets on a one-year deal”worth up to“$15 million this offseason, Williams already has a foot in the door. He caught 11 passes for 160 yards with no scores in his first eight games with the team. His production has been lackluster despite being redirected to a Steelers franchise in dire need. of a receiver could be an elixir.