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Williamson

Williamson was seen wearing a protective boot around his foot Wednesday. Already fourth on the depth chart, the top ten pick needs as many snaps as possible if he wants to play much by the regular season.

The top ten pick has been very slow to develop in camp. He will play in 3 or 4 receiver sets, but the Vikings are reportedly disappointed with how far Williamson has to go as a receiver.

Williamson, who entered the game in the third quarter, beat Jets cornerback Brandon Haw for a 54-yard catch of a Shaun Hill pass, then capped the drive with a 13-yard touchdown catch. ''Coach Tice said I did what I had to do, and it was time to come out,’' Williamson said.

Williamson certainly ‘flashed’ in his brief appearance this weekend. At best, the Vikings hope to use him in 3 or 4-receiver sets.

The Vikings’ new staff is dedicated to keeping Williamson in the lineup opposite Koren Robinson. Draft him late if he’s stays with the 1s.

He practiced with the first-team offense opposite Koren Robinson in minicamps and the Vikes are said to be fully committed to Williamson as a receiver. Williamson should be drafted in nearly all fantasy leagues.

Coach Brad Childress said there’s an outside chance the second-year wideout could be on the practice field in the next few weeks.

Williamson had a boil removed in May, and returned quicker than originally expected. While the Vikings break for training camp Wednesday, at least Williamson will be 100% ready to compete for a starting job then. He should have a slight edge over Travis Taylor and Marcus Robinson.

Williamson should be ready for the Vikings’ next round of minicamps scheduled for June 19-21.

The second-year No. 1 wideout is still raw but has plenty of upside in dynasty leagues. He’s a middle-round pick at best for re-draft fantasy.