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  • Kyren Williams
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  • Earns 44 total touches as rookie

    Williams rushed 35 times for 139 yards and caught nine passes for 76 yards during the 2022 season.

    Analysis: The fifth-round rookie's season was defined by a pair of injuries that kept him from unlocking his full potential. In June, Williams suffered a broken foot that cost him most of the preseason. Then, in Week 1, Williams sustained a high-ankle sprain that kept him off the field until Week 10. While Williams was given a fairly high snap share through the first few weeks after his return, a resurgent Cam Akers quickly sapped the usage rates of all other backs on the roster, culminating in Akers…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 13 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dismal usage in loss

    Williams rushed twice for six yards during Sunday's 31-10 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Williams set a season low in snap count, with just three offensive snaps during a game where Cam Akers continued to rejuvenate his career with a stellar 19-123-0 rushing line. More concerning for fantasy managers, Akers is also taking over as the passing down back in recent weeks, an area where Williams was expected to excel. Williams has just two receptions for 13 yards in his previous five games combined, while Akers boasts eight catches for 75 yards in the same span. The Rams will be looking…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 2 at 10:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ineffective in limited playing time

    Williams rushed six times for 18 yards and caught his only target for three yards during Sunday's 51-14 victory against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Williams saw just eight snaps on offense yet earned seven touches on those limited snaps. A second-quarter drive saw the rookie get his number called on three consecutive plays, highlighted by a seven-yard run up the middle. Williams was a clear second fiddle to a resurgent Cam Akers (23-118-3), and with the Rams perhaps wanting to give Akers the opportunity to claim the backfield for his own in 2023, Williams will likely continue to see little playing time through the Rams' final two games.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 7:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies just two touches

    Williams rushed twice for seven yards in Monday's 24-12 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Williams took the field for only four snaps in another forgettable performance for the rookie, while Cam Akers tallied 100 total yards of offense between his 15 touches. Any optimism for a Williams breakout during the latter half of the season has been dashed with Akers reclaiming his role as the lead back, and a Week 16 matchup against an imposing Denver defense will make it a tall task to trust Williams in fantasy lineups.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 8:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Four touches in win

    Williams rushed three times for 19 yards and secured one of two targets for 10 yards in Thursday's 17-16 victory against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Despite seeing only eight fewer snaps than fellow running back Cam Akers, Williams was utilized far less and also ceded playing time to Malcolm Brown. Akers committed a costly fumble in the second quarter that ended a lengthy drive for the Rams, and it coincided with Williams getting his first touches of the game on the Rams' first drive of the second half. The Rams will draw one of the NFL's softest run defenses in Green Bay for Week 15, and that matchup combined with Akers having another…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sharp decline in playing time

    Williams rushed three times for nine yards and failed to secure his only target during Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: The Rams saw six different players record a rushing attempt Sunday, and Williams finished fifth on the team in rushing yardage, only besting backup quarterback Bryce Perkins, who took the field for a single snap. Cam Akers led the team with 17 carries for 60 yards and two TDs and was on the field for 72 percent of the Rams' offensive snaps, compared to just 28 percent for Williams. He has seemingly fallen to the No. 2 role in one of the weakest offensive units in the league, a development that…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest numbers against KC

    Williams carried the ball 11 times for 35 yards and caught all three of his targets for 25 yards in Sunday's 26-10 loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: He saw the most carries of any Rams player, but both Cam Akers (37) and quarterback Bryce Perkins (44) produced more rushing yards on their totes. Williams did make up for it by tying for the team lead in receptions, however. With the Los Angeles offense in complete disarray, neither Williams nor Akers figure to have much fantasy appeal in Week 13 against the Seahawks -- even against a defense that just coughed up over 300 combined yards to Josh Jacobs.

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 7:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expanded role likely

    Williams is likely in line for more playing time in the Rams backfield after the team waived Darrell Henderson on Tuesday, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Even before Henderson's departure, Williams had already staked a claim to a steady role in the past two weeks, which coincided with the rookie's return from a stint on injured reserve due to a high-ankle sprain. In losses to the Cardinals and Saints, Williams played a total of 50 snaps, topping both Henderson (38) and Cam Akers (34) in that regard. The rookie has flashed promise with some lengthy gains in limited rushing attempts while also showing off his receiving chops with four catches for…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 1:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Eight total touches in loss

    Williams rushed seven times for 36 yards and caught one of two targets for eight yards in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Williams led the Rams backfield in snap share, staying on the field for 35 plays. That usage was more than Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson combined, and Williams used the opportunity to break off a 17-yard scamper in the third quarter that led to a Matt Gay field goal. While it may be hard to rely on any running back for the Rams from a fantasy perspective, Williams saw his playing time effectively double between Weeks 10 and 11, and the rookie may get more time to carve out a role with the…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches in season debut

    Williams rushed once for nine yards and caught all three of his targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Williams didn't accumulate any stats until the final drive of the game, and he took the field for only 16 offensive snaps. The rookie out of Notre Dame was able to showcase his pass-catching ability on the final drive with three receptions, and he recorded 39 total yards with his limited usage. Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson combined for just 43 rushing yards on 12 attempts, and Henderson scored the only touchdown between the trio of running backs. The continued lackluster play of Akers and…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes off IR

    The Rams activated Williams (ankle) from injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: Head coach Sean McVay made it known Williams would make his debut following a seven-game absence. The Notre Dame product couldn't have made his return at a better time as the Rams' running game has struggled recently. Expect Darrell Henderson and Cam Akers to both mix in alongside Williams, who figures to be the team's top pass-catching running back immediately.

    Published: Sat, Nov 12 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be activated this week

    Head coach Sean McVay said the Rams will activate Williams (ankle) from injured reserve before Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The transaction will need to become official Friday or Saturday for William to suit up Sunday. He's been practicing with the team since Oct. 26, after suffering a high-ankle sprain on special teams in the season opener. The rookie may now get his shot on offense given the unsettled state of the Rams backfield.

    Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 11:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play this week

    Rams head coach Sean McVay said Wednesday that Williams (ankle) has a good shot to play Sunday against the Cardinals, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Rams designated the rookie to return from injured reserve Oct. 26, opening a 21-day window where he can either be reinstated to the active roster or ruled out for the rest of the season. The team can technically keep Williams out for another game and then activate him next week, but it sounds like McVay expects the running back to be ready by Sunday. The fifth-round pick makes for an interesting bench stash in fantasy leagues, given the unsettled nature of the Rams' backfield.

    Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not ready

    Williams (ankle) was not activated off injured reserve Saturday and thus will not play in Week 9.

    Analysis: There was some optimism the 2022 fifth-round pick would make his season debut Sunday, but that will have to wait another week, as the Rams opted not to activate the rookie Saturday. In his stead, a combination of Ronnie Rivers, Darrell Henderson, Malcolm Brown and possibly even Cam Akers could shoulder a backfield load that has yielded very little results as of late. The Rams still have a little over two weeks left on the 21-day window to activate Williams before he's placed back on injured…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 5 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • No decision yet on activation

    Coach Sean McVay hasn't made a decision on if the Rams will activate Williams (ankle) from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.

    Analysis: Such a decision may be contingent on Cam Akers' situation after he rejoined his teammates at practice Thursday following a two-game absence for personal reasons. If Akers is deemed to be a suitable part of the game plan and the team believes another week will get Williams that much healthier, the latter may not return to the active roster by Saturday's 4:00 p.m. ET deadline. However, in the event Williams is activated and available this weekend, he'll join some combination of Darrell Henderson,…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could return from IR for Week 9

    Coach Sean McVay said Monday that Williams (ankle) may be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game at Tampa Bay, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams has been recovering from a high-ankle sprain that he sustained Week 1 and resided on IR since then. After the Rams designated him to return last Wednesday, he managed a pregame workout before this past Sunday's loss to the 49ers. With Cam Akers (personal) a candidate to be traded, the composition of L.A.'s backfield is up in the air at the moment, with all of Darrell Henderson, Malcolm Brown and practice squad member Ronnie Rivers getting in the mix Week 8. If Williams is able to join…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not quite ready to play

    Though Williams (ankle) won't play Sunday against the 49ers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic relays that the running back was spotted getting in a pregame workout prior to the contest.

    Analysis: The Rams designated Williams (ankle) for return from injured reserve Wednesday, but the running back isn't quite ready to suit up at this stage. However, Sunday's report suggests that he's trending in the right direction, and it's possible that Williams could be activated ahead of next weekend's game against the Buccaneers.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play this week

    Coach Sean McVay suggested Friday (ankle) that Williams won't be activated for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams was designated Wednesday to return from injured reserve, opening a 21-day window for the Rams to activate him or put him back on IR for the rest of the season. They may bring him back as soon as Week 9 at Tampa Bay, as the current backfield situation is less than optimal with Cam Akers still sidelined for non-injury reasons and a candidate to be traded. Darrell Henderson (illness) and Malcolm Brown figure to lead the way Sunday against the Niners.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice Wednesday

    The Rams designated Williams (ankle) for return from injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Williams suffered a high-ankle sprain on his only snap Week 1 and has been sidelined in the meantime. The Rams now has a 21-day window to evaluate the rookie fifth-round pick and determine when (or if) a return to action is possible. If he gets back on the active roster, Williams may be able to mix into the backfield behind Darrell Henderson with Cam Akers' (personal) status with the team up in the air.

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Return to practice looming

    Rams head coach Sean McVay said Monday that the team may be able to start discussing Williams (ankle) return from injured reserve following Week 8, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams picked up a high-ankle sprain during the season opener and has been sidelined since. He was given a 6-to-8-week return timetable, so he appears to be right on track, though McVay's comments were far from definitive. Once Williams returns to practice, he'll have a 21-day period to be added to the active roster, or he'll revert back to IR for the remainder of the season.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on IR with sprained ankle

    The Rams placed Williams (ankle) on their injured reserve list Tuesday.

    Analysis: Williams suffered a high-ankle sprain Thursday versus Buffalo and is expected to miss 6-to-8 weeks, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports. The move to the injured reserve list means he'll certainly miss at least the next four games. In his absence, Jake Funk could be in line for a few spare snaps at running back, and Brandon Powell will continue to operate as the Rams' primary kick returner.

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To miss 6-to-8 weeks

    Coach Sean McVay relayed Friday that Williams will undergo surgery on the high-ankle sprain he suffered during Thursday's loss to the Bills and miss 6-to-8 weeks, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams thus seems destined for injured reserve in the near future, and if he meets the minimum timeframe laid out by McVay, the rookie fifth-round pick likely won't be available until Sunday, Oct. 30 against the 49ers at the earliest. The Rams have a secure top two in their backfield in the form of Darrell Henderson and Cam Akers, with Jake Funk in a reserve role. Considering the team kept four running backs active Week 1, either Trey Ragas will be promoted from the practice squad, or outside…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing high-ankle sprain

    Williams suffered a high-ankle sprain during Thursday night's 31-10 loss to the Bills that could sideline him up to six weeks, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Rams haven't yet officially confirmed the severity of Williams' injury, but if he's indeed suffered a high-ankle sprain, the rookie fifth-round pick could end up on IR for at least four games. Jake Funk likely will slot into the No. 3 backfield spot behind Darrell Henderson and Cam Akers as long as Williams is sidelined.

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 7:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures ankle in opener

    Williams suffered an ankle injury during Thursday's game versus the Bills, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams didn't make an impact in the box score before the Rams deemed him questionable to return. If Williams is unable to do so, Jake Funk will bump up the Rams' depth chart at running back behind Darrell Henderson and Cam Akers.

    Published: Thu, Sep 8 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to make team

    Williams (foot) took warmups but didn't play in the Rams' third preseason game Saturday against the Bengals, Rams broadcaster J.B. Long reports.

    Analysis: The likeliest explanation for Williams' absence is that the Rams opted to hold the rookie out following a strong camp because he's already done enough to secure a roster spot. Confirmation on that front won't come until the Rams officially trim their roster down to 53 players, but assuming he makes the team, Williams could play a key role out of the gate if either Cam Akers (undisclosed) or Darrell Henderson (undisclosed) still isn't ready to play by the team's Sept. 8 season opener against…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 6:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to roll

    Williams (foot) will play in the Rams' third preseason game against the Bengals on Saturday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams will also compete in joint practices as he ramps up his workload in his recovery from the broken foot he suffered during OTAs. Selected in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft, Williams is expected to be competing with Jake Funk for the No. 3 spot on the Rams' running back depth chart.

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Friday

    Williams won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Texans, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Williams was activated from the PUP list last week, and it appears the team is exercising caution as he makes his way back from a broken foot he suffered in the offseason. The Rams traded up in the fifth round to select the 21-year-old running back for his ability as a pass catcher. With both Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson sidelined with soft-tissue injuries, both Williams and Jake Funk have received valuable practice reps this week. Coach Sean McVay said the rookie has done "a really good…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees added practice reps

    With both Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson dealing with soft-tissue injuries, Williams and Jake Funk took the main workload at Monday's practice, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams came off the PUP list last week, and with the Rams' top two backs sidelined for the time being, he'll have a chance to get some valuable practice reps in the coming days and is a candidate to make his preseason debut Friday against the Texans. For now, there's nothing to suggest that Akers or Henderson are in danger of missing regular-season action, but until one or both are back on the field, Williams and Funk will have an opportunity to compete for the No. 3 spot on the team's…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 15 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status for Friday unceratin

    Williams' (foot) status for Friday's preseason game against the Texans has yet to be determined.

    Analysis: The Rams activated Williams from the PUP list last Monday, but he didn't appear in the preseason opener. Initially, Los Angeles didn't expect the running back to return to full practices until Week 3 of the preseason, so it's possible they'll opt to keep him sidelined from game action until then. Regardless, it doesn't appear like he suffered a setback, so there shouldn't be too much concern if he misses another exhibition contest.

    Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from PUP

    The Rams activated Williams (foot) from the active/PUP list Monday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: This would seem to put the rookie ahead of schedule, with coach Sean McVay previously having said that Williams was expected to return to practice around the Rams' third preseason game. They haven't even played their first, and while he'll likely be eased into drills before actually practicing, this at least gives Williams a better shot to be ready for the preseason finale and/or Week 1. Earning a role is another matter altogether for the fifth-round pick, with the broken foot suffered in OTAs…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 8 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for preseason

    Williams (foot) has a chance to make an appearance late in the preseason, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The rookie back is recovering from a broken foot he suffered during OTAs, and while he can't participate in drills at the moment because he's on the active/PUP list, he has been keeping tabs on his position group and getting extra feedback from Cam Akers, who returned from a torn Achilles of his own last season. Akers noted, "He'll be back on the field in a couple weeks, I think," which is another positive affirmation that Williams should return to the field in time for preseason action.

    Published: Thu, Jul 28 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Begins camp on PUP list

    The Rams will place Williams (foot) on the active/PUP list to open training camp, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams is in the midst of his recovery from a broken foot suffered in early June during L.A.'s offseason program. At the time, coach Sean McVay told Cameron DeSilva of USA Today that the rookie fifth-round pick would be sidelined until the early portion of training camp, which starts for the Rams on Saturday. Williams is eligible to practice and take part in preseason action at any point, so once he's healthy he'll vie for slotting behind the team's top running backs Cam Akers and Darrell…read more

    Published: Fri, Jul 22 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers broken foot

    Williams suffered a broken foot in practice last week, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Williams will be out until at least the early portion of next month's training camp while recovering from the foot fracture. The running back was selected in fifth round of this year's draft and is looking to win a role as a change of pace option behind Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson this season.

    Published: Tue, Jun 7 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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