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PositiveProjectionOct 28, 2026
Javonte Williams delivered a career performance against Philadelphia with 150+ rushing yards, marking the first time since 2016 that a Dallas Cowboys running back eclipsed 150 yards in a single game. This performance caught owner Jerry Jones's attention and reinforces the Cowboys' commitment to a run-first offensive strategy that opens up the playbook and allows Dak Prescott to operate under center more frequently, presenting different defensive challenges for opponents.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
The source notes that Javonte gains 8 yards every run in the fourth quarter (10:42 PM timestamp), indicating strong rushing efficiency and consistent performance on the ground for Dallas.NegativeMatchupOct 27, 2026
Javonte Williams is charged with scoring points in the Cowboys' Week 8 matchup against the Cardinals; Dallas is 1-8 against Arizona since 2008 and must reverse a historical trend in this divisional contest.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Got more burst from the start, getting the Cowboys into field goal range on their opening drive; moved the chains on fourth down to keep a drive alive that led to a touchdown; was part of the trio of Lamb, Pickens, and Williams having big nights; broke off a big run despite All-Pro Tyler Smith not finding defenders to block, showcasing the efficiency of the Cowboys' running game.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Javonte Williams delivered a career-high 155 rushing yards on 25 carries with 1 TD in Week 7 vs. Eagles, adding 82 yards after contact and forcing 5 missed tackles. His physical run-game performance set the tone for Dallas' offense from the first snap, marking the first time a Cowboys back recorded 150+ rushing yards in a game since Ezekiel Elliott in 2018. The Cowboys totaled a season-high 204 rushing yards on 38 attempts (5.4 Y/R average) and finished with the third-best offensive rush EPA in Week 7 (0.199) and top-eight rush success rate (48.6%), suggesting a sustainable balanced offensive attack.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Javonte Williams rushed for 155 yards and one touchdown on 25 carries (6.2 yards per carry) in Week 7 against Philadelphia, marking his first 100+ yard rushing game of the season. The source notes this was the result of Dallas leaning heavily on the running game, which paid off significantly, and suggests if this rushing volume and efficiency continues, Dallas' offense can get back on track and become lethal once again.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Williams set a career-high 155 rushing yards on 25 carries with 8 forced missed tackles (tied career-high) against Philadelphia. The source emphasizes that Williams was not tackled for a loss and benefited from dominant offensive line play; on his first-drive 15-yard run, the blocking was so effective that Tyler Smith 'had no one to hit.' Williams also easily converted a 4th & 1 late in the second quarter, demonstrating the Cowboys' trust in him as a power runner.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Javonte Williams delivered a breakout Week 8 performance against Philadelphia with 155 rushing yards and a touchdown on 5.4 yards per attempt, marking a full reawakening of the Cowboys' running game after offensive struggles. Multiple outlets highlighted this as the most encouraging component of Dallas's win, with the source noting Williams cleared 130 yards on the ground and was incredible, suggesting the Cowboys' offense has found balance and can sustain offensive production if they continue running the ball effectively.PositiveProjectionOct 27, 2026
Javonte Williams established a new career high in rushing with 155 yards against the Eagles, the most any Cowboys player has had in a game since Ezekiel Elliott in 2016. The source credits Williams for being ready to execute when the head coach committed to running the ball more, demonstrating his ability to capitalize on increased offensive opportunity.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Williams led the Cowboys' rushing attack with 155 yards on 6+ yards per carry, including the game-winning touchdown, as the team racked up over 200 yards rushing with outstanding blocking upfront; a positive step forward for a rushing attack that had been missing in action over the previous few weeks.PositiveProjectionOct 27, 2026
Career-high 155 rushing yards and one touchdown on 25 carries in dominant performance against Eagles; first Cowboys 150-yard rusher since Ezekiel Elliott in 2018. Williams' ground attack was central to Dallas' balanced offensive approach, wearing down Vic Fangio's defense and opening up the passing game for three Prescott touchdowns. Williams stated the balanced offense was key: 'We were just trying to get back to a balanced offense, and I feel like we did a great job tonight.'PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Williams rushed for 155 yards against the Eagles, marking the first time a Cowboys running back crossed the 150-yard mark since Ezekiel Elliott in 2018. The hammer-and-speed approach with Tyler Goodson worked well; Williams made tacklers pay and the offensive line bullied defenders in the trenches. This pairing should continue to be utilized at a high rate for the remainder of the season.PositiveProjectionOct 27, 2026
Williams delivered the performance Dallas had been waiting for, registering 155 rushing yards on 25 carries and averaging more than six yards per attempt. He consistently found space between the tackles and punished Philadelphia once reaching the second level, validating Dallas' decision to recommit to the running game after it had largely disappeared over the previous two weeks.PositiveUsageOct 27, 2026
Williams was heavily involved throughout the game, serving as the primary ground game contributor for Dallas. He set a new career high for rushing yards in a single game, surpassing his previous high of 135 yards, and punched in the final touchdown to seal the 38-21 victory over Philadelphia.PositiveValueOct 26, 2026
Buy recommendation based on Dallas's need to establish the running game and ease pressure on Dak Prescott. Through six games, Williams has 85 carries for 317 yards and 7 rushing TDs (3.7 yards per attempt), plus 19 receptions for 103 yards and 1 receiving TD. His 7 rushing TDs show Dallas trusts him in the red zone. More carries would improve offensive rhythm, keep the Eagles' pass rush honest, and reduce reliance on Prescott's shoulders. Against Philadelphia's talented middle, Williams is not guaranteed a huge game, but the Cowboys need to commit to the run to find out what the running game can do.NegativeUsageOct 25, 2026
Dallas threw 54 passes at Green Bay and almost completely abandoned the run after Javonte Williams scored in the third quarter; the source argues that Williams needs to become part of the answer to balance the offense, as Philadelphia is allowing four yards per carry and there should be enough opportunity to maintain balance and prevent the Eagles from simply attacking Prescott.PositiveMatchupOct 24, 2026
Williams faces the Eagles' 19th-ranked run defense in a favorable matchup for Dallas' 31st-ranked rushing attack (76 yards per game through six weeks). The source notes that if Dallas can establish Williams on the ground, it opens up the entire offense and makes things much easier; the Cowboys have been forced to abandon the run game due to playing from behind, but this matchup presents an opportunity to change that dynamic.NegativeUsageOct 24, 2026
Javonte Williams rushed just 11 times for 41 yards against Green Bay. Coach Brian Schottenheimer abandoned the run game far too early, a tendency seen throughout his Dallas tenure. The source emphasizes the need for a balanced offensive attack this week, suggesting Williams' usage has been suboptimal and may improve if the coaching staff commits to the run.NegativeUsageOct 23, 2026
Williams managed only 41 yards on 11 carries and failed to reach the endzone against Green Bay; the return of Tyler Smith has not immediately fixed the Cowboys' struggling run game. The source notes Dallas ranks 31st in Run Block Win Rate and produced only 48 rushing yards total against Green Bay, indicating Williams is facing significant blocking challenges.PositiveUsageOct 22, 2026
Dallas should lean on Javonte Williams in the ground game against Philadelphia; Carolina running back Chuba Hubbard carried the ball 28 times for 120 yards and a touchdown against the Eagles, demonstrating that the Eagles defense is vulnerable to the run, and the Cowboys can use their ground game to better effect while keeping Prescott away from obvious passing situations.NegativeProjectionOct 22, 2026
In rapid-fire scoring predictions for who scores first for Dallas, both Jorge and Dyllan selected Javonte Williams, with Dyllan noting that Williams is always the safe pick for first-score predictions.NegativeUsageOct 21, 2026
Javonte Williams scored the Cowboys' first touchdown early in the third quarter, but Dallas ran the ball only once more after that score. The team rushed for just 48 yards on 15 carries while Prescott attempted 54 passes. Schottenheimer acknowledged the imbalance wasn't part of the plan, but the explanation reinforces the problem: the Cowboys aren't executing or adapting effectively when the game changes.NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026
Williams has seven rushing touchdowns but inconsistency and lack of attempts are killing the Cowboys offense; the running game is off to its worst start since 1989 (456 yards in six games), and six different running backs have more total rushing yards than Dallas, forcing the team to play with one arm tied behind their back.PositiveRoleOct 20, 2026
Javonte Williams scored a touchdown for the Cowboys with 9:24 left in the third quarter when Dallas trailed 17-7, demonstrating he remained involved in the offense during a critical moment despite the team's eventual shift to a pass-heavy approach that saw 39 passes in the final 40 plays.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Williams showed early promise with an eight-yard gain after Tyler Booker's second-level block, but the Cowboys' running game completely vanished as the game progressed; he was taken down for a two-yard loss on a subsequent play when Terence Steele whiffed on a block, and by the second half the running game had disappeared entirely, forcing the offense into repeated third-and-long situations.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Running back featured in protection role on opening drive; scored the first points of the night in the third quarter to make the score 17-7, but was called to carry the ball exactly one time from that point on until the end of the game, highlighting the Cowboys' offensive inefficiency and inability to establish a consistent run game.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Javonte Williams received minimal usage with only 11 carries as Dallas's running game failed to establish itself at Lambeau Field. The source notes Dallas spent the week admitting it was still searching for an offensive identity, with establishing Williams and the running game identified as part of the solution, yet the same problems returned. Dallas had just 48 total rush yards, indicating the running game remained ineffective despite the stated emphasis on establishing it.NegativeUsageOct 19, 2026
Javonte Williams received only 10 carries on the night until nearly two minutes left in the fourth quarter, which the source calls inexcusable given the game remained within reach throughout the second half. The rushing attack was working—Dallas ran the ball five-of-nine plays on their opening second-half drive for a touchdown—but was completely abandoned afterward, indicating a play-calling failure to maintain balance despite the run game's effectiveness.PositiveRoleOct 19, 2026
Williams scored the Cowboys' first touchdown of the game in the third quarter, capping a drive where Brevyn Spann-Ford got the lion's share of work at tight end; this was Dallas's first points of the game.PositiveRoleOct 18, 2026
Cowboys should commit to running the ball with Williams against Green Bay's lackluster run defense, which ranks near the bottom of the league in run-stop metrics and is dealing with injuries at defensive tackle and linebacker. Long, clock-chewing drives with Williams on the ground could keep the dangerous Packers passing attack on the sideline and represent a path to victory; Dallas has shown the ability to establish themselves on the ground when they choose to do so.PositiveValueOct 18, 2026
Buy recommendation: Williams has been productive enough to deserve more opportunities, especially in the red zone. Through five games, he has carried the ball 74 times for 276 yards and 6 rushing touchdowns (3.7 yards per carry average) and contributed 17 receptions for 94 yards and 1 receiving TD. While the rushing average is not eye-popping, his touchdown production is difficult to overlook—he has consistently been a useful option when Dallas needs to finish a drive, including scoring the opening TD against Tampa Bay on a one-yard run and breaking off a 21-yard gain earlier in that drive. The source argues that giving Williams more carries would help the Cowboys stay ahead of the chains, keep the defense honest, and create better play-action opportunities for Prescott. His six rushing touchdowns demonstrate he can be trusted in scoring situations; Dallas needs to give him a bigger role to see whether that production can translate into more consistent success between the 20s.NegativeRoleOct 18, 2026
The Cowboys must find a way to keep Javonte Williams involved instead of abandoning the run the second things get difficult; when the offense becomes one-dimensional, it has shown a tendency to appear desperate and start forcing things. With a reinforced interior thanks to the return of Tyler Smith, the Cowboys should be able to create openings for the run game, making Williams' involvement critical to offensive balance.PositiveRoleOct 17, 2026
Javonte Williams represents a good opportunity to get involved early in the game; Green Bay is allowing 128 rushing yards per game while Dallas ranks near the bottom of the league in rushing offense, making this an ideal matchup for the running back to establish the ground game and keep Green Bay's explosive offense off the field.PositiveProjectionOct 17, 2026
Javonte Williams rushed for 85 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries in the last Cowboys-Packers matchup last year (40-40 OT tie). The source projects he could not only replicate that production but hit the 100+ rushing yard mark for the first time this season in Week 6 against Green Bay. With the Cowboys' offensive line fully healthy for only the second time this year, Williams should have clear lanes against a banged-up Packers defense that lost LB Edgerrin Cooper (season-ending Achilles injury, Week 4) and DT Javon Hargrave (season-ending Achilles injury, Week 5). The source recommends pounding the rock with Williams early and often to win time of possession and keep Dallas' defense from getting exposed.PositiveProjectionOct 17, 2026
Williams improved his positional rank from 81 in 2025 to 75 in 2026, maintaining NFL-starter quality performance at running back. His YPRR improved dramatically from 0.40 to 0.97, showing significant efficiency gains on 94 yards from 97 routes run.PositiveProjectionOct 16, 2026
The source predicts Javonte Williams will rush for 100+ yards against the Packers in Week 6. The reasoning: the Packers have been weak at stopping the run and have suffered further defensive injuries that have weakened their interior; the Cowboys will lean on the running game with Tyler Smith fully healthy and back in action; Williams will be the primary beneficiary of this game plan.PositiveRoleOct 16, 2026
Javonte Williams is positioned as the Cowboys' primary offensive weapon in the backfield and the centerpiece of their run game strategy. The source states: 'The Cowboys have nothing even resembling a threat out of the backfield beyond Javonte Williams right now, but after the Tampa Bay loss, simply remembering they can lean on Williams as a bell cow would be a welcome sign.' The source frames leaning on Williams as a run-game-focused strategy as the Cowboys' best path to offensive success against the Packers, noting that when forced into high-volume passing, negative plays increase.PositiveMatchupOct 16, 2026
Javonte Williams finished last week with just 45 yards on 12 carries and a touchdown. However, the source identifies this week as a potential 'get right week' for Williams against the Packers, who rank 22nd in rush success defense. The gameplan should involve long, methodical drives centered on the run game to keep Jordan Love and the Packers receivers off the field, positioning Williams as a beneficiary of a vulnerable Packers rush defense.PositiveMatchupOct 16, 2026
Williams benefits from a favorable matchup against Green Bay's depleted run defense; the Packers rank 28th in Run Stop Win Rate and have suffered major injury losses with linebacker Edgerrin Cooper out for the season and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave also expected to miss the remainder of the season. Tyler Booker must move Devonte Wyatt backward to create space for Williams on runs. Dallas should use double teams inside and attack the middle, where Green Bay's replacement linebackers are weakest.NegativeMatchupOct 16, 2026
Running back Javonte Williams has been a touchdown scoring machine with six TDs so far this season but is currently struggling to find consistency as a runner, averaging just 3.7 yards per carry; the Packers held D'Andre Swift to 43 yards on nine carries last week and allowed Chicago only 81 rushing yards total, presenting a tough run defense matchup in week six.NegativeMatchupOct 15, 2026
Williams faces a Packers run defense that held D'Andre Swift to 43 yards on nine carries and allowed Chicago just 81 total rushing yards last week. Williams has scored six touchdowns this season but is struggling for consistency as a runner, averaging just 3.7 yards per carry. Success on the ground against Green Bay could be a difference-maker for Dallas' game outcome.PositiveMatchupOct 15, 2026
Williams faces a favorable matchup against Green Bay's weakened interior defense, which is missing defensive tackles Javon Hargrave and has Warren Brinson on injured reserve. Williams has scored six rushing touchdowns in five games (five over the last three weeks) and faces a Packers defense that has allowed 638 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns this season, ranking 26th in rushing yards allowed.PositiveProjectionOct 15, 2026
In rapid-fire predictions for who scores first against Green Bay, Tom identified Javonte Williams as the safest bet, suggesting confidence in his scoring opportunity in the upcoming matchup.PositiveUsageOct 14, 2026
Williams scored a touchdown on the Cowboys' opening drive against Tampa Bay when the team welcomed Tyler Smith back at left guard and committed to a run-heavy approach; the source notes this as evidence that the Cowboys' run game can be effective when properly utilized.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
Javonte Williams has rushed for only 276 yards on 3.7 yards per carry through five games this season, a stark decline from his prior-year 1,200+ rushing yards and double-digit ground touchdowns. Despite scoring six touchdowns in five games, he is struggling to find consistency in the running game; some production shortfall is tied to game situations, but the source emphasizes this area can improve significantly. The Cowboys' run game ranks 30th in the league at 81.6 rushing yards per game, and establishing the running game early against Green Bay (which allows 127.6 rushing yards per game, ranking 24th) should prove beneficial to Williams' volume and efficiency going forward.NegativeUsageOct 14, 2026
Williams' rushing efficiency is severely hampered by Terence Steele's poor run-blocking at right tackle; he averages just 2.58 Y/A when running to the right side versus 5.32 Y/A when running to the left side. This 2.74 Y/A gap demonstrates that Steele's blocking failures are the primary reason Dallas cannot run effectively to the right.PositiveUsageOct 9, 2026
Williams had a huge 21-yard gain on the opening drive and punched in a touchdown from the one-yard line, showing the run game looked completely renewed early in the game before the Buccaneers' blitz scheme shut down the rushing attack for the remainder of the night.PositiveUsageOct 9, 2026
Williams scored a touchdown on the opening drive after hitting a big run behind Tyler Smith; he also had a pass reception for nine yards early in the second quarter, showing involvement in both rushing and receiving roles.PositiveUsageOct 8, 2026
Scored three rushing touchdowns against Houston and deserves to remain a central part of the plan; however, this is not the week to stubbornly force the run, as Tampa Bay has been one of the NFL's better run defenses, so Williams should be used to maintain balance before attacking through the air.PositiveMatchupOct 8, 2026
Williams has favorable matchup potential as a check-down option against Tampa Bay; in any situation where the Cowboys are forced to check the ball down in the short passing game, the advantages are still there for Williams against Tampa Bay's linebackers.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Williams scored three rushing touchdowns against Houston and now has four rushing scores over the last two games, showing Dallas does not need Prescott throwing 45 times every week; using Williams can help control the clock and protect the quarterback.NegativeUsageOct 7, 2026
Williams was limited to 62 yards on 19 carries against the Texans but delivered an impressive three-touchdown performance with all scores coming in the second half. The source emphasizes stopping Irving and the run game as the Buccaneers' defensive priority, suggesting Williams' role may be secondary to the passing attack.NegativeUsageOct 7, 2026
Scored three touchdowns in the Texans win but mustered only 3.3 yards per carry, which the source characterizes as not a sustainable formula for making a playoff run; his efficiency issues underscore that the offense's success was driven by the passing game rather than a balanced attack.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Williams is rapidly becoming a red zone machine and is expected to score in the Dallas offense. In rapid-fire rushing yards over/under 79.5, Dyllan and Jorge both pick over, citing Dallas getting up early and kill-the-clock situations. Tom and Sean pick under, with Tom noting the team has not proven it can run the ball effectively outside the red zone.PositiveRoleOct 6, 2026
Career day in the red zone with three touchdowns, none of them easy. Williams is the team's true bell cow and has shown he's almost unstoppable in short-yardage situations. The Cowboys paid him this offseason for leadership and productivity; the clear directive is to hand it to No. 33 inside the five-yard line.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
Williams scored three rushing touchdowns in the game, including an 8-yard touchdown that capped the possession following KaVontae Turpin's 48-yard return at the start of the second half. The source notes that "the Cowboys' offense eventually found consistency, scoring three rushing touchdowns from Williams," highlighting his role in the offensive turnaround.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
Williams scored three touchdowns in the game, including his first on a four-play touchdown drive out of halftime on a toss where the Cowboys pulled interior linemen to take Texans defenders out of the play by design; he scored again after a Nico Collins TD and capped the scoring with his hat trick touchdown on a drive where Ryan Flournoy had a big third-down conversion, putting Dallas ahead 27-23.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
Williams scored three touchdowns in the game; his first TD came on the snap following Lamb's 30-yard reception, scoring behind strong offensive-line blocking; he also punched in a touchdown three plays after Pickens' 53-yard reception and subsequent penalties, cutting the deficit to three.PositiveProjectionOct 5, 2026
Williams scored three rushing touchdowns in the game as the Cowboys attacked the goal line with physical football, finishing drives instead of abandoning the running game near the end zone.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
Three touchdown performance in Week 4 against the Texans; earned a shoutout for his production in the Cowboys' victory, though CeeDee Lamb had the bigger overall impact on the game.PositiveProjectionOct 4, 2026
Williams contributed 3 rushing touchdowns despite modest 3.3 yards-per-carry efficiency; he scored twice from inside the five-yard line and once from eight yards out, exemplifying the Cowboys' red-zone execution in the second half when they scored touchdowns nearly every possession.PositiveBreakoutOct 4, 2026
Williams carried momentum from his Week 3 breakout against Baltimore (98 rushing yards) into Houston, scoring three touchdowns and rushing for 62 yards; he demonstrated the same combination of vision and physicality that emerged the previous week, including a 13-yard run late in the second quarter and several productive early-down carries, suggesting the Week 3 performance was not a one-off.PositiveUsageOct 4, 2026
Williams scored three touchdowns in the game, including the lead-taking touchdown in the fourth quarter that put Dallas up before the Texans answered; demonstrated consistent red-zone production throughout the contest.PositiveProjectionOct 2, 2026
Williams rushed for 98 yards on 19 carries last week, part of a Cowboys ground game that totaled 148 yards on 30 carries (4.9 yards per carry). Against the Texans, who rank fifth in run defense but will be severely depleted at linebacker with Azeez Al-Shaair doubtful, Williams is expected to see heavy volume again. The offensive line and tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford should be able to establish the run and limit Will Anderson Jr.'s impact.PositiveMatchupOct 2, 2026
Javonte Williams should be leaned on in red zone situations against the Texans; the source emphasizes that the Cowboys should stay composed and not get too cute with play-calling, instead relying on Williams and their elite receivers (Lamb and Pickens) to finish drives efficiently.PositiveMatchupOct 2, 2026
Javonte Williams should be tested in the running game against Danielle Hunter, who has a weak 50.6 PFF run-defense grade (88th among edge defenders). When Hunter is lined up opposite Tyler Guyton, Dallas should attack that side with Williams to let Guyton use the strength he has shown as a run blocker. This creates a strength-versus-weakness matchup that Dallas should exploit.PositiveProjectionOct 1, 2026
Against Baltimore, Williams carried the ball 19 times for 98 yards and a touchdown, averaging 5.2 yards per carry. The source describes this as easily his best rushing performance of the season, noting that he was so effective early that Dallas was repeatedly moving Baltimore off the line of scrimmage, suggesting the Cowboys may have finally established their running game after struggling over the first two weeks.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
Javonte Williams rushing yards projection set at 74.5; the roundtable is split with Tom and Dyllan taking the over (citing Dallas' need to win and Brevyn Spann-Ford's role increase), while Jorge and Sean take the under.NegativeProjectionSep 30, 2026
Rapid-fire over/under projection: Javonte Williams rushing yards at 74.5; split predictions with two analysts taking over and two taking under, reflecting uncertainty about his volume and efficiency in the Texans matchup.PositiveUsageSep 30, 2026
Had his best outing of the season on the ground thanks to the Cowboys offensive line getting a ton of push in the run game. Starting with the opening drive, Williams looked unstoppable and like his old self. However, on a fourth-down run call at midfield in the second quarter, Williams had the chance to bounce the ball to the outside for a first down and a big gain, but instead fumbled the ball and fell short of the line to gain. That fumble would have given Dallas' offense the momentum needed to score points after Baltimore had scored 14 unanswered.PositiveUsageSep 30, 2026
Regained offensive rhythm in Week 3 Ravens game after struggling in the first two weeks; nearly reached 100 yards and averaged 5.2 yards per carry, signaling the Cowboys' run game is functional and not entirely dependent on passing to receivers.PositiveUsageSep 29, 2026
Williams showcased a resurgent rushing attack on the Cowboys' opening drive, running the ball six times for 44 yards with consistent effectiveness. The source states: "The best part was that the drive showcased the resurgent rushing attack, as Javonte Williams couldn't be stopped. On the drive, Williams ran the ball six times for 44 yards, with one effective run after another." This demonstrates the Cowboys' ability to establish the run game early, though they abandoned it at the goal line.PositiveUsageSep 29, 2026
Williams ran for 98 yards as Dallas finally got its ground game moving, establishing productive rushing success. The source criticizes the Cowboys for not handing the ball to Williams after he had a productive drive on their first possession, instead calling two straight passes that resulted in an incomplete pass and a 9-yard sack. The analysis emphasizes that when Williams is running effectively, Dallas needs to stay with him rather than getting cute with play-calling.PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026
Williams rushed for 98 yards and 1 TD on 19 carries (5.2 YPC) against Baltimore in Week 3, outrushing Derrick Henry; a much-needed offensive spark after posting just 30 and 41 rushing yards in his first two games, signaling the Cowboys offense is finally firing on all cylinders.PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026
Williams got loose the best he had all season early in the game as the Cowboys moved downfield; however, an incomplete play-action pass on 2nd-and-goal killed the momentum of the drive, followed by a third-down sack, forcing the team to settle for a field goal instead of capitalizing on the scoring opportunity.NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026
Cowboys RB ran effectively all night but was not utilized on the final possession; after Luke Schoonmaker's false start forced Dallas into a throw-only situation with five yards to go, the Cowboys abandoned the run game instead of handing the ball to Williams.NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026
Got loose on a 22-yard run during a second-half drive that was subsequently stalled by Terence Steele holding penalty; showed explosive run capability despite the drive's negative outcome.PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026
Williams dominated Dallas' opening drive against Baltimore, with offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer calling his number on four straight plays as he bulldozed the Cowboys to the doorstep of a touchdown; the source notes Baltimore had zero answer for Williams early, demonstrating his effectiveness in short-yardage situations and the offensive staff's confidence in his ability to move the ball on the ground.PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026
Running back led the Cowboys offense down the field with ease on the opening drive after the defense forced a three-and-out, establishing early offensive momentum before the drive stalled at the one-yard line.PositiveUsageSep 28, 2026
After posting just 41 rushing yards against the Giants and 30 yards against Washington, Williams broke out against Baltimore with 98 rushing yards on 19 carries (5.2 yards per attempt) and one touchdown. The source notes his performance was particularly encouraging because it featured hard runs between the tackles, patience behind blockers, and explosive plays—evidence that Dallas' rushing attack could become a genuine part of the offense rather than simply keeping defenses honest.