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  • Jonathan Williams
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  • Working as No. 3 back

    Williams opened the offseason program working as Washington's No. 3 running back, Zach Selby of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams has a real shot to keep the role heading into Week 1, but it wouldn't necessarily make him third in line for touches on offense. He's an experienced special teamer, which means the 29-year-old might technically be active over fellow RBs Chris Rodriguez and Jaret Patterson on gamedays even if one or both of the young backs is ahead of Williams in the pecking order for carries. All are behind Brian Robinson and Antonio Gibson, the returning top two in a Washington backfield that could be…read more

    Published: Sat, Jun 3 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed through 2023

    The Commanders signed Williams to a one-year contract extension Friday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams appeared in a career-high 13 games in 2022, his second season with Washington, and compiled 44 touches for 192 yards but failed to find the end zone. With Antonio Gibson (foot) and Brian Robinson (knee) out to end the year, Williams totaled 23 rushing attempts for 62 yards across 61 offensive snaps in Weeks 17 and 18. With Gibson and Robinson both still on their rookie deals in 2023, Williams figures to garner a similar depth role next season and will remain on the outskirts of fantasy…read more

    Published: Fri, Feb 24 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 41 yards in start

    Williams took 14 carries for 32 yards and two catches for nine yards in Sunday's 26-6 win over Dallas.

    Analysis: Williams got the third start of his career three weeks before his 29th birthday, though Jaret Patterson finished with more carries and yards (17 for 78) with both Antonio Gibson (foot, IR) and Brian Robinson (knee, inactive) sidelined for the season finale. Williams is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason and should find an opportunity -- be it in Washington or elsewhere -- to compete for a special-teams role and depth RB job.

    Published: Mon, Jan 9 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to lead backfield Sunday

    Williams is expected to serve as the Commanders' starting running back Sunday against the Cowboys with Brian Robinson (knee) ruled out for the season finale and with Antonio Gibson (foot/knee) having been placed on injured reserve earlier this week, Ethan Cadeaux of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: J.D. McKissic (neck) has also been sidelined since early November and won't be activated from IR for Week 18, so the Commanders will close the season without any of their top three running backs entering the campaign. While Gibson was sidelined for last week's loss to Cleveland, Williams saw a healthy amount of work behind Robinson, carrying nine times for 30 yards while reeling in three of five targets for three yards across 31 snaps. His ability to contribute on three downs makes Williams a…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 6 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 12 touches

    Williams took nine carries for 30 yards and caught three of five targets for three yards in Sunday's 24-10 loss to Cleveland.

    Analysis: Williams was the No. 2 back with Antonio Gibson (knee) inactive and ended up playing 46 percent of snaps, though Brian Robinson had a safe majority of the ground work with 24 carries for 87 yards (and one incomplete target). Williams could have a similar role Week 18 against a tough Dallas defense if Gibson is out again, while a return from Gibson would push Williams back to third on the depth chart.

    Published: Mon, Jan 2 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Outgains Antonio Gibson

    Williams took three carries for 13 yards and caught two of three targets for 28 yards in Saturday's 37-20 loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old journeyman has primarily played special teams this season and got four of his five touches Saturday after the Commanders had fallen behind by 16 points in the fourth quarter. He'll have a hard time matching this production unless Brian Robinson or Antonio Gibson misses time over the final two weeks of the regular season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 5:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays limited role

    Williams had one carry for one yard in Sunday's 20-20 tie against the Giants.

    Analysis: Williams saw just two snaps on offense while contributing 17 on special teams. The veteran running back has had a limited role this year, compiling a total of 77 yards on 11 carries in nine games. Firmly behind Antonio Gibson and Brian Robinson, Williams will likely need an injury to occur to see his role increase.

    Published: Tue, Dec 6 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets handful of carries

    Williams took four carries for 22 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Williams played five snaps, his first action on offense since a Week 4 blowout loss to the Cowboys. There's no guarantee of more touches Week 13 against the Giants, with Williams' chances to handle a consistent role seemingly depending on either Brian Robinson or Antonio Gibson missing time.

    Published: Mon, Nov 28 at 1:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Available Sunday

    Williams (knee) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Texans.

    Analysis: Williams missed four of the past five games with a knee issue but is good to go for Sunday's contest. The 28-year-old has only six carries for 54 yards in six games this year and is unlikely to see much offensive action in Houston with Brian Robinson and Antonio Gibson entering the game in good health.

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 11 status up in the air

    Williams (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams has been dealing with a lingering knee issue that's caused him to miss four out of Washington's last five contests, but he's since logged full sessions in each of the team's practices heading into Sunday's matchup versus Houston. While the 28-year-old's availability remains unknown for certain, it appears that he'll be able to continue operating in his usual role as a special-teams contributor in Week 11.

    Published: Fri, Nov 18 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Full go in practice Wednesday

    Williams (knee) was listed as a full participant on the Commanders' estimated injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: Williams was a late add to Week 10's injury report, as he first popped up with a knee issue Monday morning before being ruled inactive for Washington's win over Philadelphia. While the Commanders did not hold a full practice Wednesday, it appears the running back was able to quickly work past this injury given his estimated participation to begin Week 11. Williams has played primarily on special teams over six games this season, though he could see usage in a supplemental role on offense if…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 16 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Monday

    Williams (knee) has been ruled inactive ahead of Monday's game against the Eagles.

    Analysis: Williams will not be available to suit up after being added to the Commanders' injury report with a knee injury Monday. The 28-year-old has not logged an offensive snap since Week 4, though his absence should leave Jaret Patterson as Washington's No. 3 running back with J.D. McKissic (neck) also inactive for MNF.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Added to injury report

    Williams (knee) was added to the game status report as questionable for Monday's contest versus the Eagles.

    Analysis: Williams was a late addition to Monday's injury report as he's apparently dealing with a knee injury ahead of the Week 10 contest. The running back has only six carries on the campaign, and if he is forced to miss Monday's matchup, it likely wouldn't impact the game plan much at all.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for Week 8

    Williams doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Colts, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Williams has missed back-to-back games due to a knee injury, but he returned to practice during Week 8 prep and is expected to be available Sunday. The veteran running back has played primarily on special teams this season and is firmly planted behind Brian Robinson, Antonio Robinson and J.D. McKissic on the running back depth chart.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again Thursday

    Williams (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the Commanders' injury report Thursday.

    Analysis: Williams has been sidelined with a knee injury over the past two weeks, though he did return to practice in a limited fashion Wednesday. The 28-year-old appears to be trending in the right direction after stringing together back-to-back limited sessions, and he'll have one more practice to improve his status before Sunday's game against the Colts. Williams has played 79 of his 88 snaps on special teams so far this season.

    Published: Thu, Oct 27 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice Wednesday

    Williams (knee) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams has missed back-to-back games due to a knee injury, so his return to practice, albeit in a limited fashion, is an encouraging sign. However, he'll likely have to log at least one full session over the next two days to be cleared for Sunday's matchup against the Colts.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unavailable against Green Bay

    Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Packers, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Williams sustained a knee injury during the Commanders' Week 5 matchup against the Titans and will be sidelined for a second consecutive game. His next chance to suit up will be Oct. 30 against Indianapolis.

    Published: Fri, Oct 21 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out Thursday practice

    Williams (knee) did not practice Thursday, ESPN's John Keim reports.

    Analysis: Williams hasn't practiced since suffering his knee injury Oct. 9, and with just a Friday practice left this week it might be difficult for him to get back into game shape prior to Sunday's game against Green Bay. As the RB4 in Washington his absence likely wouldn't change much for the Washington offense.

    Published: Thu, Oct 20 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Non-participant Wednesday

    Williams (knee) didn't practice Wednesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Williams missed the team's Week 6 win over Chicago due to a knee injury he suffered against Tennessee a week prior. The veteran running back is trending toward a second straight absence, but he'll have two more opportunities to practice before Washington needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against Green Bay.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 11:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Thursday night

    Williams (knee) is listed as out for Thursday's game at Chicago, Zach Selby of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams was forced out of Sunday's loss versus Tennessee early with a knee injury, and it now appears he'll need to sit out at least one full game as he recovers. Antonio Gibson could see more snaps on special teams as a result.

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still dealing with injury

    Williams (knee) was a DNP on the team's estimated practice report Monday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Williams suffered the injury during Sunday's game with the Titans, and he was unable to return. His inability to participate, even if just on an estimated practice report, does not bode well for his status for Thursday's game with the Bears.

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return Sunday

    Williams has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Titans due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Williams played primarily on special teams before leaving the contest in the second half due to a knee injury. The Commanders have a short week and play again Thursday, so the knee injury could hinder the running back's availability for Week 6 as well.

    Published: Sun, Oct 9 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes most of six snaps

    Williams rushed five times for 48 yards in Sunday's 25-10 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Williams operated as the Commander's No. 3 running back in the contest, playing just six of 74 offensive snaps. Through the first four weeks of the season, the 28-year-old veteran has recorded 54 yards on six rushing attempts. Williams will remain far off the fantasy radar in Week 5 when the Commanders host the Titans.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 1:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • No listing Wednesday

    Williams isn't listed on the Commanders' injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: It was reported earlier Wednesday that Williams was limited in Washington's first practice of Week 4 prep with an illness, per John Keim of ESPN.com. But the ensuing breakdown on the injury report didn't include Williams, whether it was the team's official site or the NFL communications site. As a result, Williams is poised to continue serving as the Commanders' third running back behind Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic on Sunday at Dallas, which so far has resulted in one carry for six yards…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with illness

    Williams was limited during practice Wednesday due to an illness, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The severity of the aliment doesn't appear to be too serious as the running back was able to at least participate in some of Wednesday's practice. He'll have a couple of days to shake the illness before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Week 4. However, he's played primarily on special teams, so his potential absence wouldn't be a major concern.

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • No touches in season opener

    Williams played one offensive snap and 12 snaps on special teams during Sunday's 28-22 win over Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Williams appears slated to keep hold of the No. 3 role behind Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic as long as Brian Robinson (knee) remains sidelined, but while the starters remain healthy he doesn't carry any fantasy value. It's possible that Williams could see some situational short-yardage work in the future, but there's also no guarantee he receives a single offensive touch Week 2 at Detroit.

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 7:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets spot on roster

    Williams has a spot on Washington's initial 53-man roster and could have a role early in the season if fellow running back Brian Robinson (lower body) isn't available, Pete Hailey of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Coach Ron Rivera said Williams is "very similar in style" to Robinson, who is uncertain for the early part of the season after he was the victim of an armed robbery attempt over the weekend. The Commanders also have Antonio Gibson and J.D. McKissic, but Williams might be the one they trust to grind out yards between the tackles and play in short-yardage situations.

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works ahead of Patterson again

    Williams took four carries for 12 yards and one catch for nine yards in Saturday's preseason loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: Brian Robinson and Antonio Gibson handled the first half, while J.D. McKissic (groin) was unavailable. After that, Williams worked ahead of Jaret Patterson, who took two carries for one yard and a touchdown. Williams also played ahead of Patterson the previous week, but it isn't clear the Commanders will keep a fourth back behind Robinson, Gibson and McKissic.

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 7:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Agrees to contract extension

    Washington signed Williams to a contract extension Tuesday.

    Analysis: The running back will remain with the team through the 2022 season. Williams appeared in five games in 2021, turning 17 carries into 79 rushing yards and a score while also reeling in four catches for 28 yards.

    Published: Tue, Jan 11 at 2:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to eight snaps

    Williams took two carries for four yards and caught two of three targets for seven yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Williams played only eight snaps on offense, one-third his total from the week before, even though Antonio Gibson missed Sunday's game on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Rookie Jaret Patterson was the clear lead back with 62 percent snap share and 17 touches, while Wendell Smallwood handled a lot of passing downs after coming up from the practice squad. Williams thus figures to close out the season in a reserve role Week 18 at the Giants, regardless of Gibson's availability.

    Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Should see more work this week

    Williams is poised for a larger role this week with fellow Washington running back Antonio Gibson landing on the reserve/COVID-19 list two days before Sunday's game against the Eagles, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: ESPN's John Keim suggests rookie RB Jaret Patterson will start in the likely event Gibson is out, but Williams and practice-squad player Wendell Smallwood could also have roles, potentially including snaps on passing downs. Williams has played in three games (Weeks 14-16) this season, taking eight carries for 30 yards and a touchdown while catching two of three targets for 21 yards. During that same stretch (the past three weeks), Patterson carried 17 times for 81 yards and a score but was…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 31 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five touches in first game

    Williams ran four times for 16 yards -- including a one-yard touchdown -- and caught his only target for 19 yards during Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: With J.D. McKissic (concussion) expected to miss his second consecutive game, Washington signed Williams off the Giants' practice squad ahead of Week 14. The 27-year-old running back split time with Jaret Patterson in reserve of Antonio Gibson, and while the two backups shared similar yardage totals, Williams touchdown separated him from the pack. However, even if McKissic is sidelined for a third straight game, neither backup likely garners much fantasy potential heading into Sunday's showdown…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inked by Washington

    The Football Team signed Williams off the Giants' practice squad Wednesday.

    Analysis: Williams spent time with Washington this offseason, and he will now provide the team with some backfield insurance while J.D. McKissic (concussion) continues to work through the league's protocol for head injuries. The running back appeared in five games for the Lions last year.

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 8:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to Giants' practice squad

    Williams was added to the Giants' practice squad Thursday, Dan Benton of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: The running back was released from Washington's practice squad Nov. 2, but he has now found a new opportunity in New York. Williams has yet be on an active roster this season and that will probably remain the case in his new locale, barring a rash of injuries.

    Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Released from practice squad

    Williams was released from Washington's practice squad Tuesday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: Williams latched onto Washington's practice squad after failing to make the initial 53-man roster. He will now have to look for a new opportunity after the Football Team replaced him with fellow running back Wendell Smallwood.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Released by Washington

    Williams was let go by Washington on Monday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams was considered a long shot to land on Washington's 53-man roster, as he was slotting fifth on the depth chart. The question now is whether the Football Team will keep three or four running backs on the roster. The sixth-year back suited up for five games with the team in 2020, registering just five yards on one carry.

    Published: Mon, Aug 30 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands future pact

    Williams signed a reserve/future contract with Washington on Monday,

    Analysis: Williams spent a short period of time on Washington's practice squad this year after being jettisoned from the Lions. While this past season was a quiet one for the running back, he logged 49 carries for 235 yards and a touchdown with the Colts in 2019.

    Published: Mon, Jan 11 at 4:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets practice squad spot

    Washington signed Williams to the practice squad Thursday.

    Analysis: Williams has appeared in five games with Detroit this season, and he'll now provide emergency depth for Washington during the team's regular-season finale. The Football Team's top running back, Antonio Gibson (toe), appears in danger of missing another contest.

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • No longer with Lions

    Williams was waived by the Lions on Thursday, Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle reports.

    Analysis: The Arkansas product was afforded five 2020 game appearances during his partial-season stint in Detroit, but he never gained much traction in the Lions' backfield. Over a combined 27 offensive snaps, Williams collected 26 scrimmage yards on five touches. A lost fumble Week 12 against the Texans may have cost him down the stretch.

    Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 4:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No touches in Sunday's win

    Williams didn't receive a carry or a target in Sunday's 34-20 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Even with D'Andre Swift (illness) out of the lineup and Kerryon Johnson (knee) suffering an injury during the game, Williams was left out of the backfield rotation. Instead, Adrian Peterson rushed 16 times. Williams is emergency depth for Detroit, and that could have some value if Swift and Johnson miss more time.

    Published: Tue, Dec 8 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets opportunity on offense

    Williams rushed once for five yards and secured four of four targets for 21 yards during Thursday's 41-25 loss to Houston.

    Analysis: Williams hadn't seen an offensive snap all season before logging 21 for Detroit during Thursday's game, which was one less snap than starter Adrian Peterson but half of what Kerryon Johnson (39 snaps) saw. While all of these guys probably would've seen less playing time had D'Andre Swift (concussion) been available, it is notable that it was Williams on the field when Detroit was in hurry-up mode in the second half. Given the committee approach Detroit has been taking to the backfield, it…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially on active roster

    Williams has cleared the COVID-19 protocols and is on the Lions' 53-man roster, Justin Rogers of The Detroit News reports.

    Analysis: Williams signed with the team last Friday and is now officially a member of the active roster. The Lions cut Bo Scarbrough to clear up a roster spot. Williams enjoyed a moment of glory with the Colts last season when he produced back-to-back, 100-yard rushing performances, but he quickly fell back to earth and ended up playing just two offensive snaps over the final four games. He'll serve as depth in this backfield that's already divvying up touches to rookie D'Andre Swift, Adrian Peterson and…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads to Detroit

    The Lions signed Williams to the active roster Friday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Williams made a pitstop on Detroit's practice squad earlier this season but was cut after just a week with the unit, inking a deal with Washington's practice squad shortly thereafter. The Lions are bringing him in as backfield depth now, but he likely won't be utilized much following D'Andre Swift's recent success and Adrian Peterson's ability to remain in the mix despite his inefficiencies. Williams won't be eligible to play Week 8 against the Colts due to COVID-19 protocols, but he could suit…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks practice-squad deal

    Washington signed Williams to the practice squad Friday, Ben Standig of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Lions cut Williams from their practice squad last week, but he'll have a new opportunity in Washington following news that Bryce Love (knee) has been placed on IR. Last season with the Colts, Williams rushed 49 times for 235 yards (4.8 YPC) and a touchdown.

    Published: Fri, Oct 2 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Released from practice squad

    The Lions cut Williams from the practice squad Tuesday.

    Analysis: The Lions have a deep group of running backs on the active roster, so Williams likely wouldn't be able to secure a role this season. Backfield injuries have piled up around the league, so Williams should be able to leverage last year's impressive stint with Indianapolis into a practice squad or even depth role elsewhere.

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to active roster

    Williams reverted to the Lions' practice squad Tuesday.

    Analysis: Williams was brought up to the active roster for Week 1's divisional showdown against the Bears, but the running back was ultimately a healthy scratch. The Lions have plenty of backfield depth, so Williams will struggle to climb the team's depth chart.

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for season opener

    Williams is inactive for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Williams was promoted to the Lions' active roster Saturday, but he will not immediately suit up for the team. He slots in sixth in the depth chart, so it's unlikely he will play a key role in the Lions' offense anytime soon.

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Promoted to active roster

    Williams was promoted to the active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: Williams was cut by the Lions late in training camp but re-joined the team's practice squad. He's now on the 55-man active roster but isn't likely to have much of a role given the depth of the Lions' backfield.

    Published: Sat, Sep 12 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut by Lions

    Williams was let go by the Lions on Saturday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The 26-year-old castoff never really had a chance to make an impression with the Lions and thus will see another stint on free agency. Williams has seen time with four different rosters since being drafted in the fifth round by the Bills in 2016.

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets little run to conclude 2019

    Williams was active for nine games during the 2019 season, finishing with 49 carries for 235 yards and a touchdown while adding five receptions for 59 yards.

    Analysis: Williams' efficiency on the ground (4.8 yards per carry) and as a pass catcher (11.8 yards per reception) was impressive, but it wasn't enough for him to make much of a push up the depth chart over the final quarter of the season, when the Colts were at full strength in the backfield. In fact, a whopping 91.2 percent of Williams' total yards from scrimmage came in Weeks 11 and 12, when top back Marlon Mack was limited or withheld entirely due to a fractured right hand. Williams played just 18…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 7 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays just one offensive snap

    Williams didn't record a touch in Monday's 34-7 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Williams was the main beneficiary of Marlon Mack's absence due to a fractured hand, registering two straight games with 100-plus rushing yards, although he recorded just 14 yards in Week 13 sans Mack. The 25-year-old Wiliams crashed back to earth when Mack returned, as he's played just one offensive snap over the last two weeks, ceding rotational duties to Jordan Wilkins and Nyheim Hines. Williams is droppable ahead of fantasy championships.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No snaps on offense

    Williams was active for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, but didn't have a carry or play a snap on offense.

    Analysis: He played five snaps on special teams. With Marlon Mack back from a broken hand, Williams will move back to the bench. He had two games with 100 or more yards rushing in Week 11 and Week 12, but was benched in the second half in Week 13 and has apparently fallen to the bottom of the depth chart. He may not get many carries the rest of the season as long as Mack stays healthy.

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed for decreased role

    Coach Frank Reich suggested that Williams would be in line for a lesser role Sunday against the Buccaneers with lead running back Marlon Mack (hand) available to play, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports. "Not thinking a big pitch count," Reich said of Mack on Friday. "Even when he's humming, we don't hesitate to rotate those guys. We know Marlon's going to get the bulk of those carries. I'm anticipating that all four backs will dress. So it might be a little bit more of a rotation involved."

    Analysis: Mack missed the Colts' past two games with the fractured hand, paving the way for both Williams and Jordan Wilkins to see increased involvement on the ground. While Williams led the backfield in impressive fashion in the Colts' 12 loss to the Texans -- 117 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 29 touches -- he fell behind Wilkins in the pecking order in the Week 13 loss to Titans, finishing with only 25 total yards on nine touches. Reich suggested that Williams' decreased usage against the…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 6 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Benched due to coach's decision

    Williams did not touch the ball in the second half of Sunday's loss at Jacksonville due to a coach's decision, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports. "It was a little bit hot hand," said head coach Frank Reich. "There was more than one factor that went into it, but nothing negative in the terms of a general feeling that we have about Jonathan."

    Analysis: Williams was called for a holding penalty early in the game which may have contributed to the decision. Jordan Wilkins and Nyheim Hines split the workload at running back once Williams was benched. With Marlon Mack possibly returning this week from a hand injury and Williams' role in doubt, his fantasy value will take a big hit despite his 100-yard rushing performances in his two prior games.

    Published: Tue, Dec 3 at 6:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Benched in loss

    Williams had just eight carries for 14 yards and one reception for 11 yards on one target in Sunday's loss to Tennessee. He did not have a carry in the second half.

    Analysis: Williams inexplicably took a back seat to Jordan Wilkins (11 carries for 47 yards) and Nyheim Hines (four carries for 22 yards and two receptions for 18 yards), even though he was coming off back-to-back 100-yard rushing performances. It's not clear if Williams was hurt, benched due to a disciplinary reason or just pulled for poor performance. His benching will make the Indy backfield usage uncertain until Marlon Mack is able to return from a broken hand.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 7:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated to start Week 13

    Williams is in line to be the Colts' starting running back Week 13 against the Titans with Marlon Mack (hand) ruled out, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

    Analysis: Williams provided generous dividends to fantasy owners who were wise enough to stash him or lucky enough pick him up after Mack went down, as he rumbled for 104 yards and a touchdown on 26 carries and caught all three targets for 17 yards in Week 12's loss to the Texans. He's slated to lead the backfield again, while Nyheim Hines and Jordan Wilkins rotate in reserve.

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows well as lead back in loss

    Williams rushed 26 times for 104 yards and a touchdown and brought in all three targets for 17 yards in the Colts' 20-17 loss to the Texans on Thursday.

    Analysis: As expected, Williams got a legitimate opportunity to fill Marlon Mack's (hand) lead-back role, and he proved capable of the responsibility with a gutsy showing versus an active Texans front. Williams' long gain on the night was his 13-yard touchdown run in the third quarter, so he worked for what he got on the majority of his carries. With Mack potentially out again in Week 13 versus the Titans, Williams could certainly be in line for another hefty workload in that Dec. 1 matchup against…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to fill starting role

    The Colts plan to treat Williams as their starting running back for Thursday's game against the Texans, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Passing-down specialist Nyheim Hines would presumably take on most of the snaps out of the backfield if Houston races out to an early lead that forces Indianapolis into catch-up mode, but Williams looks like he'll be the Colts' top option in the event a more balanced or run-heavy game plan is in place. Though coach Frank Reich mentioned earlier in the week that Jordan Wilkins should also benefit from a heightened role as the Colts proceed without Marlon Mack (hand), Williams seemingly earned…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tabbed to help replace Mack

    Coach Frank Reich said that Williams and Jordan Wilkins (ankle) would take on expanded roles in the Colts' running attack with Marlon Mack (hand) out indefinitely, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

    Analysis: After undergoing surgery to repair the fractured right hand he sustained in Sunday's 33-13 win over the Jaguars, Mack has already been ruled out for the Colts' Week 12 game against the Texans and will most likely miss a few more contests beyond that. Williams already took advantage of Mack's early exit Sunday, rushing 13 times for 116 yards and recording a 31-yard reception to help salt away the victory. That performance might be enough to give Williams an early leg up when it comes to…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 yards on ground

    Williams carried the ball 13 times for 116 yards in the team's Week 11 win over the Jaguars. He also added one reception for 31 yards.

    Analysis: Williams took over duties as the primary ballcarrier early in the third quarter after Marlon Mack exited with a broken hand. While he managed a 16-yard rush and 31-yard reception prior to Mack's exit, Williams handled 10 of the team's 15 carries after Mack bowed out. Williams' effort was highlighted by a 48-yard scamper early in the fourth quarter, though Nyheim Hines vultured the touchdown to close the drive. Mack has already been ruled out for the team's Week 12 contest against the Texans,…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets two carries

    Williams had two carries for one yard in Sunday's loss to Miami.

    Analysis: Williams played seven snaps on offense as he got time with Jordan Wilkins suffering an ankle injury. Williams could be active again next week, but he'll need an injury to Marlon Mack or Nyheim Hines to get significant touches.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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