- Jamaal Williams
- #30
- Team GB
- Pos RB
- Status AActive
- Owner FA
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Cleared to play
Williams (ankle) doesn't have a designation on the final injury report for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Added to the report Thursday as a limited participant, Williams upgraded to a full session to close out the week. He'll handle his usual role in the Green Bay backfield behind lead runner Aaron Jones.
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Picks up ankle injury
Williams was limited at Thursday's practice due to an ankle injury.
Analysis: Williams wasn't included on the Packers' first Week 3 injury report, so he may have picked up the issue Thursday. No matter how it happened, his ability to fit in some reps is somewhat encouraging. Ultimately, Friday's injury report will be telling for Williams' availability Sunday against the Broncos. If cleared, he's expected to spell Aaron Jones, per usual, out of the Packers' backfield.
Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 2:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Still set to split touches
Coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday that he wants to "even up" carries between Williams and Aaron Jones, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Analysis: Williams saw just nine carries for 28 yards while catching three passes for 13 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's win over the Vikings. Meanwhile, Jones logged a career-high 23 rushing attempts and compiled 150 scrimmage yards and a score on 27 touches. LaFleur is hoping to keep Jones fresh for the entire season and could prioritize a more balanced backfield going forward, but the Packers should still turn to the more explosive running back, Jones, in clutch situations.
Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores receiving touchdown
Williams carried nine times for 28 yards while catching three passes for 13 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 21-16 win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Williams was rather inefficient despite receiving 12 touches, finishing with an underwhelming 3.4 yards per touch. He did salvage his day from a fantasy perspective with a 15-yard receiving touchdown to get his team on the board in the first quarter. Meanwhile, backfield mate Aaron Jones racked up 150 scrimmage yards on 27 touches and looks the part of a lead back for the Pack. Williams should continue to receive his share of looks when the game flow allows, but big fantasy production shouldn't…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Operates as backup running back
Williams had five carries for zero yards and two receptions for 15 yards in Thursday's victory over the Bears.
Analysis: Williams and Aaron Jones were the only two active running backs for the Packers on Thursday, and they shared the backfield duties to some degree, with Jones tallying 14 touches while playing 59 percent of the snaps and Williams getting seven touches while being on the field for 41 percent of the plays. Those splits make it clear Jones is still the top back in Green Bay, but they do show that Williams will have a role as well. Just how much work each back receives on a weekly basis could be…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 8:13am by Rotowire.com
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Makes healthy return
Williams (hamstring) returned for Sunday's practice, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Williams had been nursing a hamstring injury and finally practiced for the first time since the second day of camp. His return might warrant a tiny downgrade for Aaron Jones, who could've been headed for a huge workload if Williams didn't make it back before Week 1. Williams' return at the very least will leave fewer practice reps for rookie Dexter Williams as the season draws closer.
Published: Sun, Aug 18 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses another exhibition
Williams (hamstring) didn't play in Thursday's preseason loss to the Ravens.
Analysis: Aaron Jones also was held out, but he returned to practice this past week and warmed up in pads before Thursday's contest. Williams, on the other hand, has missed all of training camp and now the first two weeks of the preseason. All signs point toward Jones handling a large workload Week 1 in Chicago.
Published: Fri, Aug 16 at 6:14am by Rotowire.com
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Absence continues
Williams (hamstring) did not play in Thursday's preseason opener.
Analysis: Williams' hamstring injury has already kept him off the field for nearly two weeks and cost him one game, and it's not clear how much longer he will be sidelined. Some sort of official update on Williams' status figures to be provided by either the team or head coach Matt LaFleur in the near future.
Published: Fri, Aug 9 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Held out again
Williams (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Williams has been held out of drills since Saturday. On this occasion, though, he was joined by fellow running back Aaron Jones, who is tending to a hamstring injury of his own. Per Demovsky, Williams' issue is more severe than Jones', leaving the former with an undetermined timetable for a return. With the duo on the sidelines Wednesday, 2019 sixth-round pick Dexter Williams got run with the first-team offense.
Published: Wed, Jul 31 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice again
Williams (hamstring) remained sidelined at practice Tuesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Packers were off Monday, but the running back continued to sit out practice upon the team's return to the field Tuesday. His current absence paves the way for added reps (behind Aaron Jones) for rookie Dexter Williams.
Published: Tue, Jul 30 at 8:30am by Rotowire.com
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Nursing hamstring injury
Williams sat out Saturday's practice due to a hamstring issue, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
Analysis: The severity of Williams' injury remains undisclosed, but his situation warrants close monitoring given the tricky nature of hamstring issues. As long as Williams remains sidelined, rookie sixth-round pick Dexter Williams should see increased opportunity to earn reps.
Published: Sat, Jul 27 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Saturday
Williams (undisclosed) was on the sidelines during practice Saturday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: More information regarding the severity of the injury figures to be available following the conclusion of Saturday's practice, which was the team's first day in shoulder pads.
Published: Sat, Jul 27 at 8:44am by Rotowire.com
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Facing competition from rookie
Williams could face competition from sixth-round pick Dexter Williams, FOX Sports Wisconsin reports.
Analysis: The rookie posted better marks in every combine drill than what his new teammate did two years ago, but the veteran should retain a role on the basis of his pass-blocking acumen if nothing else. In any case, Aaron Jones is locked in as Green Bay's lead runner, coming off back-to-back, injury-plagued seasons with 5.5 yards per carry. The Packers likely would turn to a mix of Jamaal and Dexter Williams if Jones were to miss more time this upcoming season. The team finished June minicamp with only…read more
Published: Tue, Jun 25 at 7:44am by Rotowire.com
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Could work in committee
Coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday that he believes a committee approach in the backfield is the best way to deploy Williams and Aaron Jones, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: General manager Brian Gutekunst had a different take, noting that he wants Jones on the field as much as possible, per Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. The GM's comment is backed by a drastic gap in per-touch production between the two running backs, though it's easier to understand LaFleur's stance after accounting for Jones' issues with durability and Williams' solid work as a pass blocker. While Jones is still the far superior asset for dynasty leagues, it seems the new…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 27 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Nothing doing against stingy Lions
Williams accounted for four yards on eight rushes, adding three receptions for 16 yards during Sunday's 31-0 loss to Detroit.
Analysis: Williams has been entrusted with an expanded workload since the injury to Aaron Jones (knee) during the first quarter of a Week 15 loss to Chicago. Prior to the season finale against Detroit's top-15 rush defense, the second-year back had made the most of his opportunity, accounting for 253 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns against the Bears and Jets. The Lions may rank as a slightly above-average rush defense on the season, but the team's defensive interior looks completely transformed since…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Overcomes injury in strong outing
Williams rushed 15 times for 95 yards and a touchdown while adding six catches for 61 yards on nine targets in Sunday's 44-38 overtime win over the Jets.
Analysis: Heading Green Bay's backfield with Aaron Jones (knee) on injured reserve, Williams delivered a strong performance when fantasy owners needed it most. While he left to get checked out for a concussion at one point, Williams was able to return to the contest. He found paydirt from seven yards out late in the first half and was the only Packers running back to get a carry in this one. Williams could have had an even bigger day if either of quarterback Aaron Rodgers' pair of one-yard rushing…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 2:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Under evaluation for concussion
Williams has left Sunday's road game against the Jets to be evaluated for a possible concussion, Ethan B. Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
Analysis: Prior to his departure, Williams racked up 10 carries for 70 yards and one touchdown while hauling in two of his three targets for 16 yards. With Aaron Jones (knee) on IR, Kapri Bibbs and Lavon Coleman are the sole health running backs on the active roster.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to face Jets
Williams (toe) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at the Jets, Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Williams upgraded to full participation Friday after logging limited practice sessions Wednesday and Thursday. He appears to be locked in for heavy usage, with recently signed Kapri Bibbs the only other running back on Green Bay's 53-man roster in the wake of Aaron Jones' season-ending knee injury. Williams handled an 87 percent snap share in last week's 24-17 loss to Chicago, taking 12 carries for 55 yards and a touchdown while adding four catches for 42 yards on five targets.
Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Williams (toe) logged a limited practice Wednesday, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: For the second straight session, Williams' workload was capped as he tends to a toe injury. He's expected to fill in as the Packers' lead back with Aaron Jones (knee) on injured reserve, but owners may have to wait until Friday to get some clarification on his availability for Sunday's road game against the Jets. The only other running back on the 53-man roster is Kapri Bibbs.
Published: Thu, Dec 20 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with toe injury
Williams was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a toe injury, Michael Cohen of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: In the wake of Aaron Jones (knee) landing on injured reserve, Williams is left as the Packers' top running back, but an injury of his own is impacting his practice reps to begin Week 16 preparations. Assuming Williams maintains that workload (at worst) or elevates to full participation, he should handle the majority of the work out of the backfield Sunday against the Jets. His sole competition for touches is Kapri Bibbs, who was claimed off waivers Monday.
Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated for lead back role
With Aaron Jones (knee) landing on injured reserve, Williams will presumably serve as the lead back in Weeks 16 and 17.
Analysis: Williams performed well in relief of Jones during Sunday's game against the Bears, running 12 times for 55 yards and a touchdown. His downhill running style juxtaposes with Jones' speed and elusiveness, but Williams is the team's best pass protector and a capable runner in his own right. Kapri Bibbs will slot in as Williams' change-of-pace option out of the backfield, and the Packers could even elect to add a third option before Sunday.
Published: Tue, Dec 18 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Performs well in relief
Williams rushed for 55 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries and added 42 yards on four catches during Sunday's 24-17 loss to Chicago. Teammate Aaron Jones sprained his knee during the contest, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Williams helped tie the game up late in the third quarter, taking the outside handoff and cutting through the Chicago defense on his way to a 10-yard touchdown, his first since Week 8 and just his second of the season. Williams had taken a backseat to fellow sophomore Aaron Jones this season, with Williams recording single-digit touches in eight of his previous nine games entering Sunday. With Jones reportedly battling a sprained knee and little else for Green Bay to play for this season,…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains No. 2 option in backfield
Williams had four carries for 17 yards in Sunday's victory over the Falcons.
Analysis: Williams was surprisingly the Packers' primary running back in the first quarter of Sunday's game, but that had more to do with interim head coach Joe Philbin scripting a pass-happy attack early than Williams overtaking fellow running back Aaron Jones. By the end of the game, Jones still played 42 snaps to Williams' 24 and tallied 20 touches to Williams' four. Williams was more involved the last two weeks after playing less than 25 percent of the snaps between Weeks 10-12, but he remains the…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 10 at 8:12am by Rotowire.com
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Sees boost in activity
Williams had seven carries for 13 yards and four receptions for 14 yards in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals. He also returned three kicks for 72 yards in the game.
Analysis: The 11 touches were just three fewer than Williams tallied in the previous four games, but he was not able to do much with the added opportunities. Fellow running back Aaron Jones had a season-low 36 yards on the ground Sunday, but he still had 15 touches and found paydirt, so he still had a more productive day. Changes could occur in the Packers' offense with Mike McCarthy no longer calling the shots, but Jones remains the top option in the Green Bay backfield. Both running backs will have a…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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Another quiet game
Williams had one carry for five yards in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Vikings.
Analysis: It was another quiet week for Williams, who was on the field for just 13 offensive snaps. Meanwhile, Aaron Jones played 40 snaps and had another productive outing (17 carries for 72 yards and a touchdown), so don't expect much to change with the Packers' backfield situation in Week 13 against the Cardinals.
Published: Mon, Nov 26 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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Plays only four snaps
Williams had one carry for five yards in Thursday's 27-24 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Fellow running back Aaron Jones had already taken over as the primary running back prior to Week 11 and also handled the bulk of the work on passing downs Thursday, rendering Williams almost a non-factor. The gap between the two has widened significantly the last couple weeks, and with Jones excelling on both the ground and through the air -- while proving at least competent at pass blocking -- don't expect that to change anytime soon.
Published: Fri, Nov 16 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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Minor role Week 10
Williams had three carries for three yards in Sunday's victory over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Fellow running back Aaron Jones had his best game of the season Sunday, which resulted in Williams playing only a bit role. Jones has tallied 41 carries to Williams' 14 since the Packers' Week 7 bye, so it's clear who the man in the Packers backfield is these days. The two backs had been playing relatively even roles earlier in the season, but consider Jones the clear starter at this point, with Williams filling a complementary role.
Published: Mon, Nov 12 at 8:16am by Rotowire.com
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Racks up 54 yards from scrimmage
Williams had seven carries for 34 yards and two receptions for 20 yards in Sunday's loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Williams made the most of his touches and put up his most yards from scrimmage since Week 2, but his overall output still did not do much for fantasy players. The Packers used just two running backs Sunday following the trade of Ty Montgomery last week, but Williams worked as the clear No. 2 option behind Aaron Jones, who totaled 43 snaps to Williams' 31 and also clearly topped Williams in all of touches (16), carries (14) and yards from scrimmage (86).
Published: Mon, Nov 5 at 7:50am by Rotowire.com
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