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  • Avery Williams
  • RB #26
  • Avery
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  • Manager: FA
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vs. NYG: #29 vs opposing RB - 25.13 FPA
Bye Week12Rank128% Rostered-% Change-WK 15 Pts0.00WK 16 Proj. Pts0.00
2024 Fantasy Stats
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4NO
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5TB
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6@CAR
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7SEA
Loss, 14-34
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8@TB
Win, 31-26
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9DAL
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10@NO
Loss, 17-20
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11@DEN
Loss, 6-38
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13LAC
Loss, 13-17
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14@MIN
Loss, 21-42
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15@LV
Win, 15-9
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16NYG
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17@WAS
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18CAR
TBDGet Tickets
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2024 Fantasy Stats
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L 10-18
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2@PHI,
W 22-21
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3KC,
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4NO,
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5TB,
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6@CAR,
W 38-20
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7SEA,
L 14-34
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8@TB,
W 31-26
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9DAL,
W 27-21
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10@NO,
L 17-20
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11@DEN,
L 6-38
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12Bye-----0.00
13LAC,
L 13-17
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14@MIN,
L 21-42
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15@LV,
W 15-9
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16NYG,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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17@WAS,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
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18CAR,
TBDGet Tickets
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  • Remains limited to special teams

    Williams played all 24 of his snaps on special teams in Sunday's 42-21 loss to the Vikings, bringing back one punt for an 11-yard return.

    Analysis: The reserve running back logged 22 carries for Atlanta in 2022, but he's been deployed exclusively on special teams in 2024 with Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier having both enjoyed good health this season. Williams has suited up in each of the Falcons' first 13 games and has gained 135 yards on 15 punt returns and 210 yards on 35 kickoff returns.

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 1:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strictly special teams in Week 7

    Williams brought back a kickoff for 21 yards and played all 23 of his snaps on special teams in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Though he's listed as a running back, Williams hasn't logged any touches out of the backfield since the 2022 season and is on the Falcons' roster solely due to his role as a kickoff and punt returner. Until Sunday, Jase McClellan had been inactive as the Falcons' No. 4 running back, but the rookie sixth-round pick suited up against the Seahawks and ended up getting five carries in garbage time, rather than Williams, when Atlanta rested top backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier late in the…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Operates exclusively on teams

    Williams returned two punts for 12 yards and one kickoff for 28 yards during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: For the second time in three weeks, Williams didn't see the field on offense. He's the primary return man for Atlanta, but he ceded a kickoff to Ray-Ray McCloud versus the Chiefs. Through three games, Williams has totaled 51 punt-return yards and 50 kick-return yards.

    Published: Mon, Sep 23 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Operates primarily as returner

    Williams returned one punt for 11 yards and one kickoff for 22 yards during Monday's 22-21 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Williams saw his first two offensive snaps of the season but didn't record a touch. He has 39 punt-return yards through two weeks and appears to have solidified himself as the Falcons' top return man.

    Published: Tue, Sep 17 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Works exclusively on special teams

    Williams returned two punts for 28 yards during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

    Analysis: Williams didn't see any offensive snaps in Week 1, as Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier handled all the RB duties. While Williams appears to be the No. 1 punt returner, WR Ray-Ray McCloud took all of Atlanta's kick returns versus Pittsburgh.

    Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • First-team returner

    Williams and Ray-Ray McCloud are the Falcons' first-team returners to start training camp, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Given the new return rules in the NFL, teams are trying different personnel combinations to start training camp. Surprisingly, phenom running back Bijan Robinson isn't getting any looks as a return man to start training camp, with Williams and McCloud currently backed up by Mike Hughes and Rondale Moore. Williams has totaled 803 kick-return yards and 445 punt-return yards over his first two seasons in Atlanta.

    Published: Mon, Jul 29 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Participating in OTAs

    Williams (knee) participated in OTAs on Tuesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams missed the entire 2023 campaign after tearing in his ACL in an offseason workout, but he looks to have made a full recovery from knee surgery. Since entering the NFL in 2021, Williams has primarily operated as a return man, accumulating 445 punt-return yards and 803 kick-return yards across two seasons. Now that Williams has returned to the field, he's expected to compete for a role on special teams and as a depth option in the backfield.

    Published: Wed, May 22 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on injured reserve

    The Falcons placed Williams (knee) on injured reserve Friday, Scott Bair of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: This move was expected after head coach Arthur Smith said Williams had torn his ACL during an offseason workout. The return man recently underwent season-ending surgery and will attempt to get heathy for the 2024 campaign. In his absence, Cordarrelle Patterson will presumably take over as the primary kick returner, while Mike Hughes and Josh Ali will compete for punt-return opportunities.

    Published: Fri, Jun 16 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely done for season

    Head coach Arthur Smith said Wednesday that Williams has suffered an ACL injury and is expected to miss the 2023 campaign, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Williams is expected to be sent in for knee surgery in the coming days, according to Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com. The 5-foot-9, 195-pound Williams averaged 5.0 yards and scored a touchdown on 22 carries and added 13 receptions for 61 yards, but his main contributions for Atlanta in 2022 came in the return game.

    Published: Wed, Jun 7 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest results as RB

    Williams finished the 2022 campaign with 22 rushing attempts for 109 yards and a touchdown across 17 appearances. He also caught 13 of 14 targets for 61 yards and complied 605 return yards.

    Analysis: Williams was drafted by the Falcons in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft as a defensive back and return man, but the Boise State product was converted to running back ahead of the 2022 campaign. With Damien Williams out of the picture after Week 1 due to a rib injury, Williams quickly worked his way up the running back depth chart and saw a decent role during the campaign given his circumstances. However, Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson dominated the backfield work, which left…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full

    Williams (foot) logged a full practice Friday, Ashton Edmunds of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams was forced out of the team's Week 17 game with the Cardinals and could not return. However, after a couple of days off the field, the second-year-pro was able to return and participate in full. He should be able to suit up Sunday against the Buccaneers.

    Published: Wed, Jan 4 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will not return

    Williams (foot) will not return Sunday against the Cardinals, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams had one carry for minus two yards and a reception for two yards before exiting, as well a kick return for 23 yards. As the team's No. 3 back, behind Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson, Williams' absence won't have much of an impact. However, it could force Patterson to take over all return duties for the remainder of the contest.

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-high 30 scrimmage yards

    Williams logged three carries for 16 yards and reeled in both of his targets for 14 yards during Saturday's 17-9 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: With Caleb Huntley (Achilles) out, Williams stepped up as the Falcons' No. 3 running back and totaled five touches for just the second time this season. He made the most of his increased offensive opportunity by recording a season-high 30 yards from scrimmage while also operating as the team's primary punt and kick returner. As long as Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson are healthy, Williams likely remains irrelevant in standard fantasy leagues, but he's certainly a player to monitor now…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches two passes in loss

    Williams had zero carries but caught both of targets for 10 yards during Sunday's 21-18 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Caleb Huntley (ankle) played just two snaps before leaving the game in the first half, which opened up a few more opportunities for Williams, who played 10 offensive snaps and caught multiple passes for the third time this season. However, even if Huntley misses extended time, Williams likely remains irrelevant in fantasy as long as Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson are available.

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited role in loss

    Williams rushed four times for 25 yards in Thursday's 25-15 loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: Williams played on just nine of the Falcons' 63 offensive snaps as the team's No. 4 running back. The second-year rusher has fallen down the depth chart with the return of Cordarrelle Patterson in the past two games. Williams instead saw most of his work on special teams, playing 90% of special teams snaps in the contest. With Patterson, Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley all healthy, the 24-year-old will be hard-pressed to produce for fantasy purposes going forward. Williams and the Falcons will…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures only target in loss

    Williams had zero rushing attempts but reeled in his only target for two yards during Sunday's 20-17 loss versus the Chargers.

    Analysis: With Cordarrelle Patterson back from IR, Williams saw his role reduced even more, garnering just three offensive snaps. When he's in the game, the converted defensive back is a pass-catching threat, but as long as Patterson, Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley are healthy, Williams' fantasy potential is severely limited.

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets work in passing attack

    Williams had zero carries but reeled in both of his targets for seven yards during Sunday's 37-34 overtime win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Caleb Huntley (16 rushes for 91 yards) and Tyler Allgeier (14 rushes for 39 yards) continue to handle the majority of the rushing attempts with Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) on IR, leaving Williams to operate merely as a depth option. Across eight appearances, the second-year pro has totaled 17 touches for 91 yards and a score, but he remains on the outskirts of fantasy relevancy.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners small offensive role

    Williams rushed once for four yards and failed to haul in his only target during Sunday's 35-17 loss to the Bengals. He also returned two punts for 64 yards.

    Analysis: Williams saw his smallest offensive role of the season as Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley once again dominated the running back snaps in Cordarrelle Patterson's (knee) absence. However, Williams did make an impact on special teams by recording a 56-yard punt return at the end of the first half that setup a last-second, 43-yard field goal from Younghoe Koo.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three touches in win

    Williams totaled two carries for six yards and hauled in his only target for two yards during Sunday's 28-14 victory against the 49ers. He also returned two punts for 48 yards and one kickoff for 28 yards.

    Analysis: Williams played only seven offensive snaps and was the clear No. 3 RB behind Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley. However, Williams did see three touches in his limited action, which suggests the Falcons want to get him involved when he's on the field. Over his last four appearances, the converted cornerback has totaled 10 touches for 59 yards and one score.

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 7:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first career TD

    Williams rushed three times for 11 yards and one touchdown while catching both of his targets for 10 yards during Sunday's 21-15 loss to Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Williams, who played defensive back during his rookie campaign, was converted to running back this offseason. He garnered a small reserve role through the first four weeks, totaling six touches for 51 yards, but with Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) sidelined, Williams saw an expanded role in Week 5 and secured his first career NFL touchdown. Despite the score, he is still firmly behind rookie fifth-round pick Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley on the depth chart. However, Williams does appear to…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 7:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • One touch in Week 4

    Williams rushed once for 21 yards during Sunday's 23-20 win over Cleveland. He also returned one punt for 18 yards.

    Analysis: The Falcons went run-heavy in the second half as Tyler Allgeier, Caleb Huntley and Williams all got in on the act, while Cordarrelle Patterson took a backseat after being featured in the first half. Williams played just seven offensive snaps and continues to garner a small depth role, totaling eight touches for 51 yards across four games.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 7:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches one pass in Week 2

    Williams had zero carries but hauled in his only target for six yards during Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Williams finished second among running backs with 23 offensive snaps during the season opener, but he saw a reduced workload with rookie fifth-round pick Tyler Allgeier active for his first career NFL game. Williams played 15 offensive snaps and recorded just one touch. With Damien Williams (ribs) on IR, it appears like Allgeier will be the primary backup to Cordarrelle Patterson, while Avery continues to operate in a limited role.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 6:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Small role in season opener

    Williams rushed twice for seven yards and caught his only target for eight yards during Sunday's 27-26 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Williams, a 2021 fifth-round pick, was converted from defensive back to running back this offseason and stood out during training camp. Rookie Tyler Allgeier was a healthy scratch for Week 1, leaving Damien Williams and Avery as the backups behind Cordarrelle Patterson. Damien left the game briefly due to a rib injury, which allowed Avery to finish with 23 offensive snaps -- second most among running backs behind Patterson. Avery's offensive production wasn't head-turning, but it's an…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes roster as RB

    Williams made the Falcons' initial 53-man roster Tuesday, Jeff Schultz of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams, a fifth-round pick out of Boise State last year, was drafted as a defensive back, but as a rookie, he made his biggest impact as a return man, totaling 490 kick-return yards and 152 punt-return yards. The Falcons transitioned Williams to a running back this offseason with the hope of capitalizing on some of his return skills, similar to how Atlanta revitalized converted wideout Cordarrelle Patterson's career last year. Williams is projected to be the top return man again this year,…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 4 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Turning heads at training camp

    Williams continues to make plays as a pass-catching running back during his first training camp as an offensive player, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: The 2021 fifth-round pick was drafted out of Boise State as a defensive back, but as a rookie, he made the biggest impact as a return man, totaling 490 kick-return yards and 152 punt-return yards. The Falcons are hoping to capitalize on Williams' return skills by transitioning him to offense during his second NFL season, similar to how Atlanta revitalized Cordarrelle Patterson's career last year. So far, the move appears to have worked out, as Williams continues to make plays in training camp.…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 6 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Switching to offense in 2022

    The Falcons announced Thursday that Williams will move to running back for the 2022 season.

    Analysis: The 2021 fifth-round pick appeared in 15 games for the Falcons as a rookie and registered 22 tackles (eight solo) and one pass defense. The defensive back also operated as a return man, totaling 490 kick-return yards and 153 punt-return yards. Atlanta will look to capitalize on his return abilities by seeing what the Boise State product can do as a running back in 2022. The Falcons had success utilizing former return-specialist Cordarrelle Patterson in a multitude of ways last season and could…read more

    Published: Thu, May 26 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Wednesday

    Williams practiced in full Wednesday, and he appears to be no longer bogged down by his hamstring injury, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams last played in the Falcons' Week 4 matchup against Washington, tallying seven tackles. With fellow cornerback A.J. Terrell in concussion protocol, he may have to jump right into a prominent role in the secondary.

    Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 6:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Coach optimistic about return

    Williams (hamstring) could return in Week 8 against the Panthers, per coach Arthur Smith, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Williams hasn't suited up since Week 4, but he could be ready to return to his role in Atlanta's secondary and as a kick returner on special teams against the NFC South rival Panthers. The rookie fifth-round pick's participation, or lack thereof, in practice throughout the week should provide clues as to whether or not Smith's optimism regarding Williams' health is warranted.

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Downgraded to out

    Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Dolphins, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Despite the bye week, Williams will miss his second straight contest with the hamstring injury. Atlanta's secondary is healthy outside of Williams, so his absence shouldn't impact its defensive rotations, but Fabian Moreau will likely once again take over punt-returning duties from the rookie.

    Published: Sat, Oct 23 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Week 7

    Williams (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Williams was also listed as doubtful for Atlanta's Week 5 game against the Jets and went on to sit that one out. Despite having an extra week to recover during Atlanta's Week 6 bye, the rookie defensive back and kick returner will most likely miss a second consecutive game barring an unexpected improvement in his hamstring's health.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 10:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Sunday

    Williams (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.

    Analysis: With Isaiah Oliver (knee) on IR and Williams unavailable, look for Fabian Moreau and T.J. Green to log added cornerback snaps Sunday. Williams, who has recorded eight tackles in four games this season, will now target a return to action after the Falcons' bye when the team takes on Miami in Week 7.

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 5:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful against Jets

    Williams (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Jets, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With safety Erik Harris (calf) also listed as doubtful, the Falcons' depth in the secondary will be tested across the pond. Williams has also been working as the team's punt returner, so Atlanta will need to find someone else to handle that role if Williams sits out Sunday as expected. Cordarrelle Patterson has extensive experience as a return man, but Atlanta may not want to pile more onto his plate given Patterson's significant involvement on offense as both a running back and wide receiver.

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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