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Fantasy Player Profile Javonte Williams

  • Javonte Williams
  • RB #33
  • Javonte
    Williams
  • IRInjured Reserve
  • Manager: FA
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vs. LAC: #26 vs opposing RB - 25.34 FPA
Bye Week9Rank78% Rostered43.3% Change-WK 17 Pts0.00WK 18 Pts0.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@SEA
Loss, 16-17
---43-1165----119.80
2HOU
Win, 16-9
---75-110-----9.50
3SF
Win, 11-10
---58-32-----9.00
4@LV
Loss, 23-32
---28-1-1-----3.70
5IND
Loss, 9-12
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6@LAC
Loss, 16-19
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7NYJ
Loss, 9-16
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8@JAX
Win, 21-17
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9Bye  ------------0.00
10@TEN
Loss, 10-17
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11LV
Loss, 16-22
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12@CAR
Loss, 10-23
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13@BAL
Loss, 9-10
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14KC
Loss, 28-34
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15ARI
Win, 24-15
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16@LA
Loss, 14-51
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17@KC
Loss, 24-27
------------0.00
18LAC
Win, 31-28
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2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@SEA,
L 16-17
43-65-119.80
2HOU,
W 16-9
75-10--9.50
3SF,
W 11-10
58-2--9.00
4@LV,
L 23-32
28--1--3.70
5IND,
L 9-12
-----0.00
6@LAC,
L 16-19
-----0.00
7NYJ,
L 9-16
-----0.00
8@JAX,
W 21-17
-----0.00
9Bye-----0.00
10@TEN,
L 10-17
-----0.00
11LV,
L 16-22
-----0.00
12@CAR,
L 10-23
-----0.00
13@BAL,
L 9-10
-----0.00
14KC,
L 28-34
-----0.00
15ARI,
W 24-15
-----0.00
16@LA,
L 14-51
-----0.00
17@KC,
L 24-27
-----0.00
18LAC,
W 31-28
-----0.00
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News

  • Could be healthy for start of 2023

    Broncos general manager George Paton said Tuesday that Williams (knee) is "on track" for the start of 2023, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Despite reports saying Williams could miss a significant portion of the upcoming season, the Broncos appear confident they'll have their dynamic running back in the fold to start 2023, although Paton indicated a plan would be in place if he's not ready for Week 1. Williams tore his ACL and LCL in Week 4 last season and underwent season-ending surgery. He has made some progress in his rehab and is currently able to jog, per Palmer, but he still has plenty of hurdles to clear before he's deemed…read more

    Published: Tue, Feb 28 at 7:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could miss games in 2023

    Williams (knee) could be sidelined "well into the 2023 season," according to ESPN's Jeff Legwold.

    Analysis: Williams tore his ACL and LCL in Week 4 of last season and obviously missed the remainder of the year. His injury recovery will be a hot topic leading into training camp and fantasy drafts this summer. With Williams still rehabbing and all three of Latavius Murray, Mike Boone, and Marlon Mack scheduled for free agency, running back is an area of need for the Broncos.

    Published: Thu, Feb 23 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads to IR

    The Broncos placed Williams (knee) on injured reserve Tuesday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The transaction officially removes Williams from the Broncos' 53-man roster after he suffered a season-ending ACL and LCL tear in his right knee in Sunday's loss to the Raiders. Williams is set to undergo surgery in the coming days and will turn his focus toward gaining clearance for the start of training camp next summer. In a corresponding move, the Broncos signed veteran Latavius Murray off the Saints' practice squad Tuesday to add another option to a backfield that also includes Melvin…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-ending torn ACL

    Williams (knee) suffered a season-ending right ACL tear during Sunday's 32-23 loss to the Raiders, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Williams' injury is a brutal blow for Denver's offensive scheme and awful timing for the second-year pro, who had 47 carries for 204 yards (4.3 YPC) and 16 catches for 72 yards on 22 targets through the first four weeks of the season. Melvin Gordon looks set to take over as the Broncos' lead back in Williams' absence, beginning with a Thursday Knight Football matchup against the Colts, while Mike Boone also will be in line for increased work. Williams, meanwhile, will undergo surgery and turn…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 9:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could face lengthy absence

    Williams is believed to have suffered a serious right knee injury in Sunday's 32-23 loss to Vegas, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: An upcoming MRI on Williams' knee Monday should reveal more details regarding his injury, but the Broncos fear that he could be facing a lengthy absence. Melvin Gordon and Mike Boone would both be in line for additional touches in Williams' absence, with Gordon likely to take on the lead role in Denver's backfield. Williams needed crutches to leave the locker room after Sunday's loss.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Spotted on crutches

    Williams (knee) left the locker room on crutches after Sunday's 32-23 loss to the Raiders, and coach Nathaniel Hackett said the running back will have an MRI on Monday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Williams injured his knee early in the second half, and he's likely to miss additional time considering he needed crutches to get around after the game. A more definitive timetable on Williams' recovery should emerge after the results of his MRI become known. Melvin Gordon figures to lead Denver's backfield in Williams' absence, though Gordon's continued fumbling issues have likely opened up an opportunity for Mike Boone to siphon off a sizable number of touches as well.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts knee Sunday

    Williams exited Sunday's game at Las Vegas with a knee injury.

    Analysis: On the first play of the second half, Williams remained on the turf for a spell, and when he attempted to get off the field, he needed assistance from the training staff to get to the sideline. After an evaluation, he was carted to the locker room and quickly ruled out. The severity of Williams' injury is unclear, but Melvin Gordon will slide in as the Broncos' top running back for the rest of Week 4, with Mike Boone acting as the No. 2.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Paces backfield with 58 yards

    Williams rushed 15 times for 58 yards and caught three of five targets for two yards in Sunday's 11-10 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Williams put together another solid stat line alongside co-starter Melvin Gordon (18-17 total touch distribution), but it was the latter who was rewarded with a one-yard TD run to close out the win for Denver. The 22-year-old had an ugly drop that hit him in the hands, which further proves that his 11-catch performance back in Week 1 was an anomaly. Williams remains a high-floor, low-ceiling option heading into next Sunday's tilt against the Raiders.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 10:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads Denver in rushing

    Williams rushed 15 times for 75 yards and caught one of four targets for 10 yards in Sunday's 16-9 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: On a day when the Denver offense struggled to get much of anything going, Williams didn't do much in the box score to win the week for fantasy managers. However, he did operate as Denver's lead back once again, seeing five more attempts on the ground and three more targets through the air than fellow running back Melvin Gordon. Though Gordon is still involved, it's clear the Broncos are comfortable with giving Williams the opportunity to establish himself as the leader of the Denver backfield.…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 6:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Costly fumble mars 11-catch night

    Williams rushed seven times for 43 yards, caught 11 of 12 targets for 65 yards and lost a fumble in Monday's 17-16 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Williams had a golden opportunity to establish himself as Denver's preferred option at the goal line after Melvin Gordon fumbled on the one-yard line in the third quarter, but Williams returned the favor on the very next possession by fumbling on the four-yard line. Denver trailed throughout the game, which led to heavy involvement for Williams as a pass catcher, showing that he has a substantial touch floor despite the presence of Gordon. In Week 2, the Broncos will host a Houston team that…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 9:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to face Seattle in opener

    As Monday night's season opener against the Seahawks approaches, coach Nathaniel Hackett noted that the Broncos are in a "really good place" with a Week 1 backfield comprised of Williams, Melvin Gordon and Mike Boone, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams and Gordon, who both logged 203 carries last year, are in line to continue handling the bulk of Denver's rushing opportunities in 2022, with Boone in reserve. Looking ahead, it's a timeshare that figures to tilt in Williams' favor, a notion reflected by his lofty average draft position (relative to Gordon) ahead of Week 1, but Hackett did tell Stevens on Friday that he's a believer in rolling with "the hot hand." Either way, we expect the Broncos to find ways to get Williams his share…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to play this week

    Coach Nathaniel Hackett suggested Williams and other key players will be held out for a third straight week when the Broncos face the Vikings on Saturday in their preseason finale, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Analysis: Nearly everyone, including backfield mate Melvin Gordon, expects Williams to take on a larger share of the workload in his second season. There's also the likelihood of increased offensive output overall for the Broncos with QB Russell Wilson taking over, but Williams still has Gordon lingering as a thorn in the side of fantasy managers, with the veteran likely to get a decent number of touches each week. The talented duo gets a favorable matchup to start the regular season, heading to Seattle…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely held out this weekend

    Williams and other key players aren't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Bills, The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: Buffalo, on the other hand, is expected to play most starters. It'll mostly be a guessing game trying to figure out the workload split between Williams and Melvin Gordon until the regular season actually starts, though Gordon did recently mention that it seems like the Broncos want Williams to be the main guy, i.e., what most had assumed anyway after his strong finish to last year. Whether that means 55 percent of the workload or closer to 70-75 percent remains to be seen.

    Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as starter

    Williams is listed as the starting running back on the Broncos' first unofficial depth chart ahead of Saturday's preseason opener against the Cowboys, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams' placement atop the depth chart doesn't come as a major surprise, as recent reports have indicated that the second-year back has received the slight edge in snaps with the first-team offense in training camp over veteran Melvin Gordon. With Gordon playing on an expiring deal and set to turn 30 next offseason, Denver will likely prepare for the 22-year-old Williams to operate as Option 1A out of the backfield after the two had worked in a near-even timeshare in 2021. With that said, the…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 7:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Facing uncertain split with Gordon

    Cecil Lammey of 104.3 The Fan reports that Williams has taken the first snap at six of seven practices and could get around 70 percent of the RB workload this year, while Benjamin Albright of KOA Colorado suggests the split between William and Melvin Gordon at camp has been around 55/45.

    Analysis: There's widespread agreement about Williams being the No. 1 back, after Gordon had the slightly larger portion of a timeshare most of last year. The extent of Gordon's 2022 involvement is where disagreement begins, and while there's a good chance we don't really know until after Week 1, it nonetheless figures to remain a popular topic of discussion. Williams had late-first-round fantasy hype this offseason when Gordon was a free agent, with the second-year pro later dropping to a third-round…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 4 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to share work with Gordon again

    Williams will be paired with Melvin Gordon in the backfield once again 2022 after the Broncos re-signed Gordon to a one-year deal Tuesday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Prior to Denver bringing back Gordon, Williams seemed positioned to see a big boost in his workload this coming season, but a timeshare arrangement could now be back in play. Both players logged 203 carries in 2021, and while there should be enough touches for the two to remain fantasy relevant, Williams' ceiling is nonetheless hampered by the continued presence of the capable Gordon. Of the two, Williams profiles as the upside play, but as long as his veteran counterpart is available, the 2021…read more

    Published: Wed, Apr 27 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes rookie season strong

    Williams rushed 12 times for 46 yards and brought in both targets for 18 yards in the Broncos' 28-24 loss to the Chiefs on Saturday.

    Analysis: Given how well and evenly Williams and Melvin Gordon worked in tandem this season, it was fitting the two split carries right down the middle for the Broncos' final contest. The rookie bounced back well from a pair of atypically inefficient outings Week 16 and 17 where he'd gained just 42 yards on 21 carries, and Saturday's production put him just over the 900-yard mark (903) to close out his first NFL season. The UNC product also generated an impressive 43-316-3 line through the air, and with…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 8 at 5:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 18

    Williams (knee) does not carry an injury designation for Saturday's game against Kansas City after practicing fully Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: The same applies to Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip), which sets the stage for the duo to continue to share backfield duties in Denver's season finale. It's a timeshare that caps Williams' fantasy ceiling, but more often than not he's logged enough touches to help fantasy managers this season, and he'll square off this weekend against a Chiefs run defense that is allowing an average of 113.0 rushing yards per game to date.

    Published: Thu, Jan 6 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice

    Williams (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) was also limited, but at this stage, there's nothing to suggest that either back will miss Saturday's game against Kansas City, even if both players approach the weekend with an injury designation.

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reps capped due to knee issue

    Williams (knee) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated practice report, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: For the fourth week in a row, Williams is appearing on the injury report with a lingering knee issue, but head coach Vic Fangio hasn't suggested the rookie is at risk of missing Saturday's season finale against Kansas City. So long as Williams continues to practice in some capacity Wednesday and Thursday, he'll likely be deemed good to go for the Week 18 matchup. As has been the case all season, Williams is expected to once again work in a timeshare out of the backfield with Melvin Gordon…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Disappointing numbers Sunday

    Williams carried the ball 14 times for 30 yards and caught his only target for two yards in Sunday's 34-13 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: The rookie had reached 80 scrimmage yards or scored a touchdown, or both, in four straight games coming into Sunday, but the knee issue that limited Williams' practice participation during the week may have been a factor in his disappointing showing against one of the league's softer run defenses. He still has an outside chance at 1,000 rushing yards on the season, but he'll need 143 yards in a Week 18 clash with Kansas City to get there.

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 8:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active for Week 17

    Williams (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: So is fellow running back Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip). As a result, the duo is in line to once again share backfield work Sunday, with a Week 17 bounce-back opportunity on tap for both players (who put up modest production last weekend versus the Raiders) against a Chargers defense that's allowing an average of 140.3 rushing yards per game to date.

    Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday

    Williams (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) is also expected to play, according to Schefter, so the duo looks set to split the workload in the backfield against the Chargers. Both players were limited participants in practice all week.

    Published: Sat, Jan 1 at 10:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed questionable for Sunday

    Williams (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers after practicing in a limited fashion this past week.

    Analysis: Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) was also a limited participant throughout the week and carries a questionable designation into Sunday, though both he and Williams appear at little risk of sitting out. Assuming both players are active, they would be in line to share carries in Week 17, with a bounce-back opportunity on tap against the Chargers' struggling run defense.

    Published: Fri, Dec 31 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Thursday

    Williams (knee) was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's estimated practice.

    Analysis: Denver didn't actually hold a workout Thursday after the team elected to cancel the session out of an abundance of caution due to increasing COVID-19-related concerns within the organization. Like backfield mate Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip), Williams went down as a limited participant on the official report for the second straight day, but clarity on the status of either player likely won't arrive until Denver reconvenes for practice Friday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 31 at 6:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Williams (knee) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Fellow running back Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) was also limited. There's little reason to believe either running back will sit out Sunday against the Chargers, though it will be worth checking back on both players' statuses as the week progresses. Williams and Gordon normally split carries, but if either were to sit, the other would become an even more enticing fantasy option Week 17 against a dreadful Chargers run defense that just got carved up for 149 yards and two touchdowns by Houston's Rex…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Salvages day with TD

    Williams carried the ball seven times for 12 yards and a touchdown and caught both his targets for eight yards in Sunday's 17-13 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: It was a rough day for the Broncos' running game in general, but at least Williams was able to bang home a one-yard TD just before halftime. Melvin Gordon, by contrast, wound up with a net of zero scrimmage yards. Williams is having a big finish to his rookie campaign, piling up 473 combined yards and five TDs in the last five games heading into a favorable Week 17 matchup against a vulnerable Chargers run defense.

    Published: Sun, Dec 26 at 6:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to face Raiders

    Williams (knee) has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams and Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) both have been cleared to play after upgrading from limited practice participation Thursday to full sessions Friday. Their timeshare remains close to 50/50, with both taking double-digit touches on a regular basis.

    Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited session

    Williams (knee) remained limited at practice Thursday, George Stoia III of The Denver Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) also was limited Thursday. At this stage, we expect both players to be available for Sunday's game against the Raiders, but unless they practice fully Friday, official 'questionable' Week 16 injury designations could be in store for the duo for the second straight week.

    Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited session Wednesday

    Williams (knee) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Rachel Gossen of the Raiders' official site reports.

    Analysis: In this past Sunday's loss to the Bengals, Williams played through a knee issue that had him listed as questionable heading into the contest. With that in mind, there's a solid chance his Wednesday limitations were maintenance-related. Meanwhile, Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) logged a 'DNP' on Wednesday, but so far there's nothing to suggest that the duo won't be available for this weekend's game against the Raiders.

    Published: Wed, Dec 22 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in split backfield

    Williams recorded 15 rushes for 72 yards in Sunday's 15-10 loss to the Bengals. He added four receptions for nine yards.

    Analysis: Williams had another productive game as a rusher, averaging 4.8 yards per carry with big gains of 14 and 10 yards. Despite his explosiveness, the Broncos have continued to split the backfield evenly between he and Melvin Gordon. One area where Williams has gained extra usage is in the passing game, as he's now recorded at least three receptions in three of his last four games. All told, Williams has played particularly well of late, but there is little indication that the Broncos plan to turn…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 5:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suiting up Week 15

    Williams (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The standout rookie running back was described Saturday as likely to play, and that prognosis has proven to be correct. Backfield mate Melvin Gordon (hip/thumb) is also active Sunday, leaving the duo to likely operate in their usual highly effective timeshare against a Bengals defense allowing an NFL-low 81.3 rushing yards per game on the road.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 11:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play against Bengals

    Williams (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals, is expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: He was unable to practice Thursday but was a limited participant Wednesday and Friday. Head coach Vic Fangio told reporters Friday that Williams isn't expected to have any limitations against the Bengals on Sunday. Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) is also expected to be available Week 15, so the two running backs should operate in their usual timeshare out of the backfield.

    Published: Sat, Dec 18 at 9:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable, expected to play

    Williams (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bengals after returning to a limited practice Friday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Fellow running back Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) is also listed as questionable for the contest after practicing in a limited fashion this past week, but it's worth noting that coach Vic Fangio previously told reporters Williams was "fine" and wouldn't have any limitations this weekend. That said, it will still be worth confirming the duo's availability in advance of Sunday's 4:05 ET kickoff, but assuming both backs are active, they'll continue to work in a backfield timeshare -- one that resulted…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Williams (knee) returned to practice Friday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Analysis: Though Williams was held out of practice Thursday, head coach Vic Fangio expects the running back to play Sunday against the Bengals. Friday's final injury report will reveal whether Williams and/or Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) head into the weekend with a Week 15 injury designation.

    Published: Fri, Dec 17 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice, but likely to play

    Williams (knee) was held out of practice Thursday, but head coach Vic Fangio expects him to play Sunday against the Bengals, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports. "His leg just kind of swelled up a little bit, and so we're going to give him the day off," Fangio said of Williams.

    Analysis: Williams was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, so he'll presumably need to log a full session Friday in order to avoid a Week 15 injury designation. Though he didn't log any practice activity Thursday, he was present for the Broncos' workout, with Troy Renck of Denver 7 News noting that Williams was taking part in some conditioning work. Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) was a limited participant in practices Wednesday and Thursday, so both of Denver's top two running backs could be at…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 16 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by knee issue

    Williams was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday due to a knee injury, George Stoia III of The Denver Gazette reports.

    Analysis: In addition to Williams, fellow running back Melvin Gordon (thumb/hip) was listed as a limited participant to begin Week 15 prep, which was fully expected after he emerged from Sunday's win over Detroit with a sprained thumb. In the case of Williams, his appearance on the injury report is more of a surprise, as the Broncos didn't disclose that he hurt his knee at any point during Week 14. His practice activity will bear monitoring over the next two days to gain a sense of his chances of playing…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 15 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another huge performance

    Williams carried the ball 15 times for 73 yards and a touchdown and caught one of two targets for 10 yards and another TD in Sunday's 38-10 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: The rookie looked like he might be get another game as the undisputed lead back for Denver after Melvin Gordon suffered a hand injury early in the first quarter, but the veteran RB quickly returned to action and wound up scoring two TDs of his own while leading the Broncos in scrimmage yards. Williams' numbers were hardly disappointing though, as he opened the scoring with a five-yard run in the opening frame before hauling in his TD pass in the third quarter, giving him four touchdowns in the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 12 at 7:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Excels as lead back

    Williams rushed 23 times for 102 yards and corralled six of nine targets for 76 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 22-9 loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: Melvin Gordon (hip) missed his first game of the season, opening the door for Williams to shine on the national stage. The 2021 second-round pick set a season high of 178 total yards while dominating the backfield touches (29 of 34). Williams has been a solid fantasy contributor while splitting time with Gordon this year, but he finally got to show the world that he can handle a lead-back role -- at least for one week. Gordon's status for next Sunday's matchup against the Lions is unclear at…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 8:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Primed for lead role

    Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said he's confident in Williams' ability to handle a lead role out of the backfield Sunday in Kansas City while Melvin Gordon (hip) is listed as doubtful for the contest and not expected to play, George Stoia III of The Denver Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Williams and Gordon have had a near-even split of the backfield snaps and touches through the Broncos' first 11 games of the season, but Week 13 will likely mark the first time either of the two gets a look in a featured role. At least on a per-touch basis, Williams (4.9 yards per carry, 7.1 yards per reception) has provided reason for excitement, and the prospect of him handling his largest role of the season should make him an appealing lineup option in most weekly season-long leagues. He'll…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Big effort in Sunday's win

    Williams carried the ball 14 times for 54 yards and a touchdown and caught three of four targets for 57 yards in Sunday's 28-13 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: While Melvin Gordon led the Broncos in rushing, Williams was by far the more productive back, scoring his first rushing TD since Week 3 while leading Denver in receiving yards to top 100 scrimmage yards for the second time in the last three games. Williams will attempt to build on that momentum in a Week 13 clash with Kansas City.

    Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 7:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not much work in loss

    Williams carried the ball eight times for 48 yards in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the Eagles. He also caught two of three targets for one yard.

    Analysis: He did well with his totes, but the Broncos fell behind early and were forced to get away from their running game. Williams continues to split backfield touches equally with Melvin Gordon and the duo has produced almost identical yardage totals heading into the Broncos' Week 11 bye, but the veteran back has overshadowed the rookie with seven TDs to Williams' two.

    Published: Sun, Nov 14 at 8:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reaches century mark

    Williams recorded 17 rushes for 111 yards in Sunday's 30-16 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Williams saw a career high in carries, which allowed him to top 100 yards on the ground for the first time. He was still out-touched by Melvin Gordon 23-17 and also was not involved in the receiving game. Even so, Williams recorded long runs of 30, 20 and 17 yards to make up the majority of his production. Williams has only two total touchdowns on the season, but he could be in for a more positive game script in a Week 10 matchup against Philadelphia.

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 4:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in win

    Williams rushed nine times for 35 yards and secured two of four targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 17-10 win over Washington.

    Analysis: Williams continued to split rushing duties with Melvin Gordon, handling nine carries to Gordon's 10. It was Gordon, however, who managed to make the most of his opportunities, scoring once through the air and once on the ground. Fantasy managers hoping that the rookie would take over the Denver backfield by this point will have to wait, but it appears the Broncos are married to the idea of using both backs in a tandem. In the event of an injury to Gordon, Williams' fantasy value would…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone through air

    Williams rushed four times for 20 yards and brought in six of seven targets for 32 yards and a touchdown in the Broncos' 17-14 loss to the Browns on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Williams and Melvin Gordon combined for just 12 carries, but the rookie still found a way to make a fantasy impact with his 10-yard touchdown grab in the fourth quarter. Williams' reception total was also a career and team-high figure, and he now has multiple catches in five consecutive contests after opening his NFL career with a pair of one-reception tallies. Williams will look for more overall touches in a Week 8 home matchup against Washington a week from Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Splits backfield tasks again

    Williams ran for 53 yards on 11 carries against Las Vegas on Sunday, adding three receptions for 15 yards on three targets.

    Analysis: Williams provided Denver its biggest gain on the ground Sunday, producing a 30-yard carry that marked his third 20-yard carry on just 65 attempts in his young NFL career, but he once again almost evenly split the workload with veteran technical starter Melvin Gordon. As well as Williams has played through six games, the veteran Gordon has played fairly well in his own right, and Sunday he mostly matched Williams by producing 50 yards on 10 carries. The workload split between the two leaves them…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 6:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 86 yards in loss

    Williams rushed eight times for 61 yards and caught all three targets for 25 more yards in Sunday's 27-19 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Williams split touches with Melvin Gordon evenly (11 each), but the former outplayed his veteran counterpart in this contest. Neither back has really outshone the other on a consistent basis through five weeks, so a timeshare should continue as we progress through the year. Both Williams and Gordon may end up eating in Week 6 against the Raiders, who have surrendered 133.3 rushing yards per game this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 5:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks good with limited touches

    Williams carried the ball seven times for 48 yards and caught all three of his targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: The Denver running game had some success in the first half, and both Williams and Melvin Gordon finished the afternoon averaging better than six yards a carry, but when Teddy Bridgewater left the game with a concussion late in the second quarter, the whole offense stagnated. Williams came into Sunday with just a 3.5 YPC through his first three NFL games, however, and the rookie could slip back to that level in Week 5 against a tough Steelers run defense.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To continue splitting time Sunday

    Williams will continue splitting time with Melvin Gordon (ribs/lower leg) in Sunday's home showdown against the Ravens after the latter was confirmed active for the Week 4 contest.

    Analysis: The rookie appeared to have a chance at true lead-back status at one point during the practice week with Gordon managing multiple injuries, but the veteran trended in the right direction in subsequent days and now is officially available for the contest. Williams still could enjoy a solid complementary workload, however, considering he's logged double-digit carries in all three games thus far.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records first touchdown

    Williams carried the ball 12 times for 29 yards in Sunday's Week 3 win over the Jets. He added three receptions on four targets for 33 yards.

    Analysis: Williams gave way to Melvin Gordon as the primary rusher, as Gordon commanded 18 carries. However, the pair continued to get work within the same drive and also alternated working as the primary back. Williams recorded the first touchdown of his career from one yard out early in the first quarter, and he then began the team's next drive with a 17-yard reception and 14-yard rush. He was relatively quiet otherwise, but his involvement in the passing game was a positive change as he entered the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 9:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works efficiently in Week 2

    Williams recorded 13 rushing attempts for 64 yards in Sunday's Week 2 win over the Jaguars. He added one reception for 10 yards.

    Analysis: Williams ended the game with the same number of rushes as Melvin Gordon, and the pair often alternated plays on the same drive. Despite identical workloads on the ground, Williams out-gained Gordon by 33 yards -- though Gordon was far more effective as a receiver. Williams managed to record double-digit yardage on three of his 13 carries, the longest of which went for 16 yards. Through two weeks, Williams seems to be the more consistently effective rusher compared to Gordon. Though it will…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 4:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets plenty of work

    Williams recorded 14 rushes for 45 yards in Sunday's Week 1 win over the Giants. He added one reception for -4 yards.

    Analysis: Williams didn't have an impressive regular-season debut based on the box score. However, he mixed in with Melvin Gordon beginning on the team's first offensive possession and ultimately out-carried the veteran 14-11. The Broncos' coaching staff suggested that Williams would play in all situations and game scripts leading up to the contest, and his usage Sunday supported that statement. Williams will now look to improve from a statistical standpoint in a Week 2 matchup against the Jaguars.

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 6:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fully trusted by coaching staff

    Coach Vic Fangio expressed confidence in Williams on Monday, saying, "We're not at all against playing him in any situation, in any time of the game," Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: It's a strong early statement in favor of the rookie second-round pick, who apparently was able to earn the trust of the coaching staff during training camp and the preseason. Williams is expected to work in tandem with veteran Melvin Gordon out of the backfield for the Broncos this season, and it's a good early sign for Williams that he's already seemingly entrenched in his role to open the campaign.

    Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • DNP not injury-related

    Coach Vic Fangio said Williams was "a healthy scratch" for Saturday's preseason win against the Rams, George Stoia III of The Denver Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Fangio aimed to feature fellow top running back Melvin Gordon after the veteran sat out the first two preseason contests. And Gordon accumulated 35 yards on five rushes and four yards on his only target across three drives. Meanwhile, Williams ends his first exhibition season with 12 carries for 49 yards and one catch (on two targets) for five yards in two appearances. Gordon and Williams, a rookie second-rounder, are expected to work in tandem out of the Broncos backfield this season, with the…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 9:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Squanders shot at TD

    Williams rushed seven times for 20 yards and secured one of two targets for five yards in the Broncos' 30-3 preseason win over the Seahawks on Saturday night. He also fumbled into the end zone, where it was recovered by offensive lineman Dalton Risner for a touchdown.

    Analysis: The rookie saw the opportunity for his first rushing score as a pro slip through his fingers for the second straight game, as he'd also had a touchdown nullified by penalty in last Saturday's exhibition opener against the Vikings. Williams opened the same drive that culminated with his fumble by ripping off his two most impressive runs of the night, as he rattled off eight- and six-yard carries off left end. The North Carolina product already has shown a propensity for solid chunk gains over…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 10:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles five carries

    Williams carried the ball five times for 29 yards in Saturday's preseason game against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Williams was the first Broncos back on the field in the absence of Melvin Gordon (groin). He impressed immediately, ripping off gains of 11 and 13 yards with his first two carries. Williams also found the end zone on a rush later in that same drive but the score was nullified by a holding penalty. Williams figures to split carries with Gordon to begin the season, though he's gaining valuable reps in Gordon's absence for the time being.

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 6:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs rookie deal

    Williams signed his rookie contract with the Broncos on Saturday.

    Analysis: With the formality now complete, the 2021 second-round pick is thus set to showcase his skillset during Denver's training camp. While there's still plenty of ambiguity regarding Williams' week-to-week role ahead of his rookie campaign, it seems all but certain a tandem of Melvin Gordon and Williams will dominate the backfield touches provided both stay healthy.

    Published: Sat, Jul 24 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could supplant Gordon

    Williams is a candidate to lead the Broncos in both rushing attempts and yards this coming season, according to Ryan O'Halloran of the Denver Post.

    Analysis: Assuming returning starter Melvin Gordon turns in a productive training camp, O'Halloran envisions a scenario in which Gordon tends to take Denver's "first snap/series of the game" early on this season, while the team "eases Williams into a bigger role each week." With that in mind, fantasy managers who invest in the rookie may need to exercise a degree of patience out of the gate, but as the 2021 campaign unfolds, Williams' profile in the offense -- and within the looming time-share -- figures…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 6 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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