- Ty'Son Williams
- #43
- Team ARI
- Pos RB
- Status AActive
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Promoted to active roster Week 18
The Cardinals elevated Williams from the practice squad Saturday, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Analysis: Williams is in line to make his season debut after joining Arizona's practice squad in mid-October. Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury already said Friday that Corey Clement and Keaontay Ingram would be in line for increased roles Week 18 after top running back James Conner (shin/ankle) was ruled out. Therefore, it's likely Williams will serve as the team's third-string running back in this relatively meaningless regular-season finale for Arizona, as the team was eliminated from the 2022 playoffs…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 7 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Joins Cardinals' practice squad
Williams was signed to the Cardinals' practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
Analysis: Williams was cut by the Ravens prior to the 2022 season and will now join his third team of the year following a short stint with the Colts in the preseason. With James Conner (ribs) and Darrel Williams (knee) banged up heading into Week 6, it's possible Williams could be added to the active roster for Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.
Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 7:43am by Rotowire.com
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Waived by Indy
The Colts waived Williams on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
Analysis: Williams garnered a small role for the Colts during the preseason and, aside from a 15-yard receiving touchdown in Week 2, didn't produce substantial statistics. He finds himself among a wave of cuts ahead of Tuesday's 53-man roster deadline, but if he clears waivers, he's expected to sign a practice squad deal with Indianapolis.
Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 10:15am by Rotowire.com
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Inks with Colts
Williams signed with the Colts on Tuesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Williams had his one-year contract tender withdrawn by the Ravens on May 10, but he has found a new home with the Colts. Williams will face stiff competition to make the squad with the one-two combo of Jonathan Taylor and Nyheim Hines returning. The Colts also signed Phillip Lindsay last Tuesday, who will be looking to rebound from a disappointing 2021 campaign. Last season Williams appeared in 13 contests with Baltimore, rushing 35 times for 185 yards and a touchdown while catching nine of 12…read more
Published: Tue, May 24 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Hitting free agency
The Ravens have withdrawn their one-year contract tender previously extended to Williams, making him a free agent, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Williams becomes a free agent after just one season with the Ravens in which he tallied 35 carries for 185 yards and one touchdown over 13 games. The second-year running back will turn 26 years old at the start of this coming season and was likely crowded out of Baltimore's running back room due to the drafting of Missouri running back Tyler Badie and addition of free agent Mike Davis. Williams will likely look to sign with a new active roster or possibly a team's practice squad, where he can…read more
Published: Tue, May 10 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Retained by Ravens
The Ravens have extended a one-year contract tender to Williams, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Through 13 appearances last season, Williams logged 35 carries for 185 yards and a TD to go along with nine catches for 84 yards on 12 targets. Now that he's slated to remain with the Ravens for the 2022 campaign, the 25-year-old figures to compete for the team's No. 3 running back role behind Gus Edwards and J.K. Dobbins, who are both bouncing back from knee injuries that landed them on IR last season.
Published: Thu, Mar 10 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Disappears as season progresses
Williams had 35 carries for 185 yards and a touchdown over 13 games in 2021. He added nine receptions for 84 yards on 12 targets.
Analysis: Williams was a hot name at the end of draft season as the lone remaining running back on the roster after J.K. Dobbins and Gus Edwards went down late in the preseason with season-ending knee injuries. The early returns were promising; he scored a touchdown in the opener and had 13 carries for 77 yards in Week 2. However, issues such as blitz pickup forced the Ravens to go away from Williams after that as the team pilfered the pile of veteran free agents like Devonta Freeman, Latavius Murray and…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 14 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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No snaps with offense
Williams did not play an offensive snaps Sunday against the Browns.
Analysis: A week after being inactive, Williams was able to play Sunday but did not see any playing time with the offense. He logged nine snaps on special teams while Devonta Freeman and Latavius Murray took on the bulk of the running back work. Williams hasn't had more than one carry in any game since Week 7 and does not appear to have a role in Baltimore's offense any longer.
Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Williams is a healthy scratch for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: With Williams inactive, the Ravens' Week 13 backfield will be comprised of Devonta Freeman, Latavius Murray and Nate McCrary.
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Carries once in win
Williams recorded one carry for one yard and failed to catch his lone target in Sunday's 16-10 win over the Browns.
Analysis: Williams continues to be an afterthought for the Ravens, as he played just two snaps in the game despite having recently moved up to third on the depth chart following the release of Le'Veon Bell. Veterans Devonta Freeman and Latavius Murray are splitting the workload at running back, leaving little opportunity for Williams.
Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 4:42am by Rotowire.com
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Not involved on offense
Williams failed to record a single carry in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Williams played five snaps on special teams, accounting for his only game action. Though he showed potential at running back in the preseason, it is clear that the Ravens do not trust the 25-year-old enough to be a big part of the offensive game plan. Instead, the team will continue to rely on veterans Latavius Murray and Devonta Freeman to carry the load barring any additions from outside the organization. Williams should remain off the fantasy radar going into a matchup with the Browns in…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 11:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Effective in limited role
Williams had two carries for 10 yards and caught both of his targets for 24 yards Sunday against the Bengals.
Analysis: Latavius Murray's injury paved the way for Williams to rejoin the active roster Sunday. The run game went out the window in the second half when the Bengals started to build a multiscore lead, so no Baltimore running back saw much work. Williams, along with Le'Veon Bell and Devonta Freeman, each saw more than 20 snaps, but none of them tallied more than five carries. Baltimore is on bye this week, which gives Murray added time to get healthy. That could complicate Williams' status for Week 9 if…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 6:42am by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Sunday
Williams is active for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.
Analysis: Williams returned to the inactive list for the Ravens' Week 6 win over the Chargers, but he'll be suiting up as the team's No. 3 back Sunday after Latavius Murray (ankle) was ruled out for the contest. Devonta Freeman is expected to replace Murray as the team's lead option out of the backfield, while Le'Veon Bell looks to be next in line for work. As a result, Williams likely won't be tasked with handling a meaningful role Week 7.
Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 9:26am by Rotowire.com
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Not active Sunday
Williams (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Williams was inactive for Week 4 before suiting up last week against the Colts and totaling six touches for 21 yards, and he's now inactive again for Week 6. Latavius Murray should lead Baltimore's backfield versus Los Angeles while Devonta Freeman and Le'Veon Bell operate as the secondary options.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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Gets six touches
Williams rushed four times for six yards and caught both his targets for 15 yards in Monday night's 31-25 overtime win against the Colts.
Analysis: After being inactive in Week 4, Williams was the second tailback to enter the game for Baltimore but didn't get his first touch until after both starter Latavius Murray and fellow backup Devonta Freeman has gotten theirs. Although the three split snaps over the course of the contest, when a big deficit required Baltimore to pass the ball more, Williams wasn't able to take advantage. Fortunately, neither Murray nor Freeman topped 35 scrimmage yards either, leaving the Ravens' backfield picture…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Available Monday
Williams is active for Monday's game against the Colts.
Analysis: Williams hovered around a 50 percent snap share in the Ravens' offense in each of the first three games of the season, turning 27 carries into 164 yards and one touchdown to go with five catches (on seven targets) for 45 yards. Clearly the initial beneficiary of all the injuries in Baltimore's backfield, he was curiously a healthy scratch Week 4 while Latavius Murray was the lead runner, with Le'Veon Bell and Devonta Freeman getting the rest of the RB work. The team opted not to elevate Bell…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Should dress Monday
Williams is expected to be active for Monday's game against the Colts as the Ravens' third running back after Baltimore elected not to elevate Le'Veon Bell from the practice squad, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: While the possibility exists that the Ravens may keep only two backs (Latavius Murray and Devonta Freeman) active for Week 5, the team's decision not to bring Bell aboard for another game suggests that Williams may have temporarily exited head coach John Harbaugh's doghouse. Though Williams averaged a healthy 6.1 yards per carry through the Ravens' first three games, his ball-security concerns and struggles as a pass blocker likely contributed to him being a healthy scratch Week 4 in Denver.…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive for Sunday's game
Williams is inactive for Sunday's game against the Broncos, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: With Williams sitting this one out, the Ravens have decided to go with the veteran backfield trio of Latavius Murray (the expected Week 4 starter), Le'Veon Bell and Devonta Freeman versus Denver.
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 12:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Not expected to start
Williams could be headed for a smaller role Sunday against the Ravens with Mike Garofolo of NFL Network reporting that Latavius Murray is expected to serve as Baltimore's lead back.
Analysis: Williams has been listed as a starter in each of the Ravens' previous three games, but the designation hasn't meant much from a fantasy perspective, as Baltimore has ran a full-fledged backfield committee in each of those contests. Though the second-year player out of South Carolina is averaging an excellent 6.1 yards per carry on 27 totes, he drew poor reviews from offensive coordinator Greg Roman coming out of last week's win over Detroit and looks on track to see a smaller role Sunday after…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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Possible healthy scratch?
Williams could be a healthy inactive Sunday against the Broncos after the team called up Le'Veon Bell from the practice squad, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athleticreports.
Analysis: It's highly unlikely the Ravens keep four running backs active Sunday, and while Zrebiec suggested Devonta Freeman seems like the first choice to sit, offensive coordinator Greg Roman didn't exactly give a ringing endorsement of Williams in post-game reports last week. The muddled depth chart is certainly a complicating issue for fantasy managers given Latavius Murray has continued to siphon off carries (seven for 28 last week), and it doesn't appear things will get any easier against a capable…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 2 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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First dud of young career
Williams rushed five times for 22 yards and failed to catch his only target in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Lions.
Analysis: Latavius Murray (28 yards on seven carries, no targets) wasn't much better, as Baltimore's running backs simply failed to get going in this one. Despite this poor performance, Williams has been the most productive member of the Ravens backfield over Murray and Devonta Freeman, who had just eight yards on three carries in this one. Williams will look to get back on track in Denver in Week 4.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads backfield in victory
Williams rushed 13 times for 77 yards and caught both of his targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 36-35 win over the Chiefs.
Analysis: Williams continued to lead the backfield as expected following the acquisition of Devonta Freeman (two rushes for 29 yards), but he did have a touchdown vultured by Latavius Murray. Lamar Jackson stole the show on the ground (16 rushes for 107 yards and two rushing scores), leaving scraps for the rest of the Ravens' rushing attack. It was still a solid outing from Williams all things considered, and his line would have looked a whole lot better if he cashed in on one of those three rushing…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 10:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Part of backfield rotation
Despite the addition of Devonta Freeman to the Ravens' active roster, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic believes that Williams and Latavius Murray continue to profile as the team's top two backs.
Analysis: With that in mind, Zrebiec suggests that Freeman figures to log limited touches and see some third-down work in a backfield that offensive coordinator Greg Roman indicates will continue to "rotate guys in and out and try to keep them as fresh as we can." In that context, Williams will continue to see his share of touches Sunday against Kansas City, but Murray and Freeman, to a lesser degree, also will factor in. As is the case in any timeshare, weekly carry allotments could vary if/when any of…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 16 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores in debut
Williams rushed nine times for 65 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 33-27 overtime loss to the Raiders. He also caught three of four targets for 29 yards.
Analysis: Williams started at tailback in his first career game after the slew of devastating injuries recently endured by the Ravens' backfield. To his credit, the undrafted BYU product got things rolling with a 21-yard catch on Baltimore's second drive, which he capped with a 35-yard touchdown run on a fourth-and-one play later on. In doing so, Williams showed nice burst up the middle and finished with a rather commendable stat line overall. However, despite signing mere days ago, veteran Latavius…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 9:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Poised to head Week 1 backfield
Williams, Latavius Murray and Trenton Cannon are in line to handle the Ravens' backfield duties Monday night against the Raiders, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Per Zrebiec, the Ravens elected not to elevate either Le'Veon Bell or Devonta Freeman from their practice squad in advance of the contest. It's a scenario that Zrebiec believes should result in Williams seeing the bulk of the team's backfield work Monday night, with Murray -- a recent addition to the roster -- a candidate to mix in, while Cannon makes his mark on special teams
Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to lead backfield Week 1
Williams is expected to draw the start at running back for the Ravens in their opener against the Raiders on Monday, per Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com.
Analysis: As Hensley points out, Williams is the only healthy running back who was on Baltimore's roster before Wednesday, but in the wake of season-ending injuries to J.K. Dobbins (knee), Gus Edwards (knee) and Justice Hill (Achilles), Williams' profile in the team's offense has expanded as Week 1 approaches. With news that Latavius Murray is slated to join the ranks, Trenton Cannon in reserve and the potential that Le'Veon Bell and/or Devonta Freeman could be promoted from the Ravens' practice squad,…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 7:20am by Rotowire.com
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Could move to starting role
Williams could be set to start at running back Week 1 at Las Vegas with Gus Edwards suffering a potential season-ending knee injury in Thursday's practice, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Williams was slated to become the backup to Edwards after Justice Hill suffered a season-ending Achilles injury. He'll now likely take over the starting role in Week 1 if Edwards is confirmed to have a significant injury. Also in the Ravens' backfield mix following a recent string of serious injuries are Trenton Cannon and veteran Le'Veon Bell, who is a candidate to be promoted from the team's practice squad in short order. Additionally, Zrebiec suggests that free agents Latavius Murray or…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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More work could be on tap
Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports that Williams' teammate, Justice Hill, has suffered a torn Achilles.
Analysis: Assuming the report is confirmed, Gus Edwards and Williams would profile as the Ravens' top two healthy backs as Week 1 approaches, though the team is likely to add backfield depth in short order. In any case, Williams' chances of earning his share of touches behind Edwards early on this season appear to be increasing, in the wake of Hill's reported injury.
Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Wins roster spot
Coach John Harbaugh confirmed that Williams will have a spot on the initial 53-man roster, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports. "You do the math, he's there," Harbaugh said Monday. "He'll be out there playing, and he's ready to go."
Analysis: After making a push this summer to replace Justice Hill as the No. 3 running back, Williams may even enter Week 1 as the No. 2. The Ravens lost J.K. Dobbins to a torn ACL on Saturday, leaving Gus Edwards as the only back on the roster with more than 70 NFL carries. Williams is a 2020 UDFA who spent his rookie season on Baltimore's practice squad, and he'll likely be ticketed for single-digit carries if he does have a part in the game plan Week 1 at Las Vegas.
Published: Mon, Aug 30 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Opportunity knocks
Williams' role in the Ravens offense is in line to expand following reports that fellow running back J.K. Dobbins has suffered a season-ending torn ACL, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: In the absence of Dobbins, Gus Edwards is slated to step into the the team's lead role, while Williams, Justice Hill and undrafted rookie Nate McCrary are in the mix for complementary work. Given that Hill has missed time with an ankle issue and Williams has been impressive this summer, Hensley suggests that Williams could end up securing the No. 2 role behind Edwards heading into the coming season. It's still possible that the Ravens could add some backfield depth in short order, but in the…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Moves up depth chart
Williams took five touches for 41 yards in Saturday's preseason win over Washington, while teammate J.K. Dobbins left the game early with an apparent knee injury.
Analysis: Williams' competition for the No. 3 RB spot, Justice Hill, missed a second straight preseason game with an ankle sprain. Dobbins then suffered a potentially severe knee injury on the opening drive, leaving Williams, Gus Edwards and Nate McCrary as Baltimore's only healthy tailbacks. Given the circumstances, McCrary got most of the playing time, as Edwards may now be the Week 1 starter and Williams the backup. If Dobbins' injury indeed turns out to be serious, the Ravens could also bring in more…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Impresses against Panthers
Williams had 10 carries for 47 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's preseason win over the Panthers. He added two catches for 15 yards.
Analysis: Williams continues to make the most of his opportunities in light of Justice Hill's injury. He had one of the highlights of the game -- an impressive 20-yard touchdown run -- and was solid with his other carries as well. Williams is still not a lock to make the 53-man roster, but he continues to make a strong case.
Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 7:45am by Rotowire.com
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Making case for roster spot
Williams has impressed during the preseason and could be in the running for a roster spot, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports. "He's done really well. Hopefully, it will continue. I think he will be able to. He's looking good," coach John Harbaugh said.
Analysis: The second-year back out of BYU by way of South Carolina spent the bulk of the 2020 season on the Ravens' practice squad. Williams has worked his way into consideration for at least a practice squad spot thus far in camp, but there could be room for more. Williams ran for 41 yards in the preseason opener and added five receptions for 23 yards. Justice Hill is the favorite for the No.3 spot on the depth chart and Baltimore is unlikely to keep four running backs, so Williams still has his work…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 19 at 6:17am by Rotowire.com
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Links with Ravens
The Ravens signed Williams to a reserve/future deal Monday.
Analysis: Williams spent most of the 2020 campaign on Baltimore's practice squad, and while he didn't appear in a game, the rookie showed enough to land another shot with the team. The running back is unlikely to be a key member of the Ravens offense, as J.K. Dobbins, restricted free agent Gus Edwards, Justice Hill and Mark Ingram are ahead of him on the depth chart.
Published: Mon, Jan 18 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice squad
Williams reverted to Baltimore's practice squad Thursday, per the league's official transactions report.
Analysis: Both J.K. Dobbins and Mark Ingram sat out Wednesday's loss to the Steelers on the COVID-19 list, so Williams was active for Baltimore as an emergency option. However, he didn't see any action. He'll now resume working to impress on the practice squad.
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 10:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Brought up for Wednesday's game
Williams has been called up from the practice squad for Wednesday's game against the Steelers.
Analysis: Williams will be Baltimore's third running back behind Gus Edwards and Justice Hill, as both J.K. Dobbins and Mark Ingram remain on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Secures practice squad role
The Ravens signed Williams to the practice squad Sunday, Terez A. Paylor of Yahoo Sports reports.
Analysis: Williams tore his ACL during his senior season at BYU and ended up going undrafted before signing with Baltimore. The rookie couldn't make the 53-man roster in a crowded backfield, but he'll be kept around in case an injury surfaces.
Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 6:38pm by Rotowire.com
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