- Antonio Williams
- #21
- Team NYG
- Pos RB
- Status AActive
- Manager FA
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Signs with Giants
The Giants signed Williams to a reserve/future contract Thursday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
Analysis: Williams spent most of the last two seasons on Buffalo's practice squad, but he'll now land a new opportunity with the Giants. He's appeared in just one regular-season NFL game, and he rushed 12 times for 63 yards and two touchdowns.
Published: Thu, Jan 27 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Rejoins Bills' practice squad
Williams was signed to the Bills' practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: The running back was cut from the team's practice squad Dec. 30 but will make a prompt return just five days later. Williams will likely end the season without an appearance on the active roster, as the Bills have both Devin Singletary and Zack Moss operating as their two main backfield options going into the final stretch of the season.
Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 4:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Released from practice squad
Williams was cut from the Bills' practice squad Thursday.
Analysis: Williams joined the Bills' practice squad at the beginning of September but didn't appear in any games. He'll now be able to seek out other opportunities.
Published: Thu, Dec 30 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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Added to Bills' practice squad
Williams (neck) was added to the Bills' practice squad Wednesday.
Analysis: Williams missed time during camp due to a neck stinger that he sustained in Buffalo's preseason opener against the Lions. The 23-year-old stood out in Week 17 last year when he recorded 12 carries for 63 yards and two touchdowns while hauling in his lone target for 20 yards.
Published: Wed, Sep 1 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Cut loose by Buffalo
Williams (neck) was waived by Buffalo on Tuesday, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Williams enjoyed a fantastic Week 17 for the Bills last season, scoring his first two NFL touchdowns, but that was when the team had injury issues at running back and had already secured the AFC East crown. A stinger didn't help his cause to try to make a run at a final 2021 roster spot, though the Bills likely planned to keep Taiwan Jones all along given the latter's special teams prowess. Williams is an option for the practice squad.
Published: Tue, Aug 31 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Still missing time
Williams (neck) remained absent from Wednesday's practice session, Dante Lasting of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Williams is in the running for one of the final running back spots, but he's probably on the outside looking in at this stage unless the Bills keep five backs. Devin Singletary, Zack Moss and Matt Breida all should have spots secured, and Taiwan Jones is valued for his contributions on special teams. Williams' injury isn't helping his cause.
Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 6:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Out Saturday
Williams (neck) will not suit up for Saturday's preseason game against the Bears, Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News reports.
Analysis: Williams is currently nursing a neck stinger. He has been sidelined since Monday, and the Bills will opt to err on the side of caution. He is firmly behind Devin Singletary, Zack Moss and Matt Breida on the depth chart, so a return sooner rather than later will be advantageous for his chances to make an impression.
Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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Still out due to stinger
Williams missed Monday's practice due to a stinger suffered in Friday's preseason win over Detroit, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Sometimes players can return pretty quickly from stingers, so we'll see if Williams can get back to practice ahead of this week's preseason game against the Bears. With Devin Singletary, Zack Moss and Matt Breida seemingly locks to make the team, Williams may need to show something special on the field with time running short in order for the Bills to give him roster consideration.
Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves Friday with stinger
Williams suffered a stinger during Friday's preseason game at Detroit and is questionable to return, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: Since he signed with the Bills as an undrafted free agent in May 2020, Williams has moved between the active roster and practice squad, seeing the field Week 17 last season via elevation. On 28 offensive snaps, he recorded 12 carries for 63 yards and two touchdowns while hauling in his only target for 20 yards. With Devin Singletary, Zack Moss (hamstring) and Matt Breida on the depth chart in front of him, Williams may have a tough path to the regular-season roster, especially with an injury in…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 13 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Remaining in Buffalo
Williams signed a reserve/future contract with the Bills on Tuesday.
Analysis: Williams was one of 13 players to earn a future contract from the Bills this week. The running back made one appearance for the Bills in 2020, rushing for 63 yards and two scores on 12 carries in Week 17.
Published: Tue, Jan 26 at 7:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Shuffles back to practice squad
Williams reverted to the Bills' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Williams was a healthy scratch for Saturday's divisional-round win over the Ravens. Devin Singletary commanded an 84 percent snap share, while T.J. Yeldon and Taiwan Jones rotated in. Williams likely will be called up again for the AFC Championship Game to serve as pregame injury insurance.
Published: Tue, Jan 19 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Saturday
Williams (coach's decision) is listed as inactive for Saturday evening's divisional-round matchup against the Ravens.
Analysis: The 23-year-old managed to appear in one game with the team during the regular season, where he scored two touchdowns in the season finale. Devin Singletary, T.J. Yeldon and Taiwan Jones are expected to handle the backfield.
Published: Sat, Jan 16 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevates from practice squad
The Bills elevated Williams to the active roster Friday, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 Buffalo reports.
Analysis: Williams impressed in Week 17 against the Dolphins when he was promoted so that the Bills could rest their starters, as he rushed 12 times for 63 yards (5.3 YPC) and two touchdowns, adding a 20-yard reception. With Zack Moss (ankle) ruled out for the postseason, Williams will again add depth in the backfield. Devin Singletary is expected to take on the bulk of the workload, and coach Sean McDermott has already said T.J. Yeldon will be active, too. Depending on Taiwan Jones' gameday status,…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 15 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Back down to practice squad
Williams reverted back to Buffalo's practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Williams was elevated to the active roster for Sunday's matchup with Miami, and he made the most of his opportunities, rushing for 63 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries while catching one pass for 20 yards. However, he's unlikely to see much action behind both Zack Moss and Devin Singletary in the postseason, barring any injuries.
Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 8:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Jumps to active roster
The Bills elevated Williams to the active roster Saturday.
Analysis: An undrafted rookie out of North Carolina, Williams looks set to make his NFL debut in Sunday's game against the Dolphins. Williams totaled 322 rushing yards (6.7 YPC) and three touchdowns in his final season at college. This transaction gives the Bills flexibility if they decide to rest Zack Moss or Devin Singletary at any point in Week 17.
Published: Sat, Jan 2 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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