Fantasy Player Profile Dorian Williams
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- LB #42
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DorianWilliams
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vs. CIN: #9 vs opposing LB - 20.38 FPA
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Logs full practice Friday
Williams (knee) practiced in full Friday.
Analysis: The third-year pro from Tulane was a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a knee injury, but Friday's full session suggests he's moved past the issue. Williams has appeared in four games for Buffalo this season, recording 18 total tackles and one pass defended. Now back at full health, he's expected to start alongside Terrel Bernard in the Bills' linebacker corps in Monday night's matchup against the Falcons.
Published: Fri, Oct 10 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited to begin Week 6 prep
Williams (knee) will be a limited participant in practice Thursday, per head coach Sean McDermott, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Williams didn't practice at all prior to sitting out Buffalo's Week 5 loss to New England, so his limited participation in the team's first practice of Week 6 preparation is a step in the right direction. If healthy enough to suit up Monday against the Falcons, Williams would presumably return to his starting role at linebacker.
Published: Thu, Oct 9 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 5
Williams (knee) will not play in Sunday night's game against the Patriots, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: While the Bills are one of just two NFL teams off to a 4-0 start, the run defense has been poor with an AFC-worst mark of 164.3 rushing yards allowed per game. Fellow linebacker Matt Milano's (pectoral) status now takes on added import for Sunday's divisional matchup.
Published: Fri, Oct 3 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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Absent from practice Wednesday
Williams (knee) did not practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Williams logged a season-high 84 percent of the defensive snaps in last Sunday's win over the Saints, racking up six tackles (three solo) in the process. It's unclear when Williams suffered the injury, as this is his first time on the injury report this season.
Published: Wed, Oct 1 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Williams (calf) returned to training camp on Wednesday, Alex Brasky of Bills Digest reports.
Analysis: Williams injured his calf during the first week of training camp and has been held off the field for the past two weeks. His return to camp, still a month away from the regular season, is a good sign as the 24-year-old is a very important depth piece in Buffalo's defense. He totaled 117 tackles last season, starting 11 games with Matt Milano sidelined due to a biceps injury.
Published: Wed, Aug 6 at 8:00am by Rotowire.com
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Working through calf injury
Williams (calf) did not participate in Friday's practice, Alex Brasky of SB Nation reports.
Analysis: Williams injured his calf during a drill Thursday and was held out of Friday's session. It's unclear how severe the injury is, but given it's training camp, the Bills will likely play it conservatively with Williams, who hasn't missed a game since entering the league in 2023. He finished the 2024 regular season with 117 tackles (68 solo), one forced fumble and three fumble recoveries across 17 games.
Published: Fri, Jul 25 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs 117 tackles in sophomore year
Williams played in all 17 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 117 tackles (68 solo), one forced fumble and three fumble recoveries. He added seven tackles (six solo) across the Bills' three playoff games.
Analysis: The 2023 third-round pick started in the first 11 games of the regular season due to the absence of Matt Milano, who began the campaign on injured reserve while recovering from a right leg fracture that he suffered in October 2023. Williams took advantage of the opportunity, recording 97 tackles (59 solo) over that span while logging double-digit tackles in six games. He moved back to a rotational role following Buffalo's Week 12 bye after Milano was activated off IR, but Williams' play in 2024…read more
Published: Mon, Feb 3 at 5:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies eight tackles sans Milano
Williams registered eight tackles (six solo) during the Bills' 24-21 win over the Patriots on Sunday.
Analysis: Williams saw extended playing time at linebacker Sunday due to Matt Milano (biceps) being sidelined with an injury. Williams finished Sunday's game tied with Cole Bishop as Buffalo's second-leading tackler behind Terrel Bernard (12). Williams is now up to 108 tackles (65 solo), one forced fumble and three fumble recoveries through 15 games.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go
Williams (elbow) is active for Sunday's game versus the Patriots,
Analysis: Williams will play through an elbow injury in this contest. Barring any setbacks, he projects to start at weakside linebacker. Edefuan Ulofoshio would be next in line if any setbacks indeed occur.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to game
Williams (elbow) returned to Sunday's game against the Lions, Matt Parrino of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.
Analysis: Williams was initially injured in the first half but later returned to the shootout with Detroit, finishing the game with two tackles (two solo). Additionally at linebacker for the Bills, Matt Milano exited with a second-half groin injury.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return Sunday
Williams (elbow) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest versus the Lions.
Analysis: Williams sustained the elbow injury in the first half, placing some doubt on his ability to return to the game. In his absence, Matt Milano will continue to handle the lion's share of workload at weakside linebacker against Detroit.
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Stays busy in Week 10
Williams logged nine tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 30-20 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Williams' nine tackles tied with Terrel Bernard for most on the Bills on Sunday. Williams has logged at least nine tackles in eight of 10 regular-season games, and he's up to 93 combined tackles on the year, which leads Buffalo and ranks seventh in the NFL.
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 5:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Double-digit tackles Sunday
Williams recorded 12 total tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 30-27 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Williams has now posted double-digit stops in six of the Bills' last eight games, bringing his season total up to 84 tackles, which is good enough for seventh in the NFL. The second-year linebacker from Tulane appears to be emerging as one of the league's top tacklers, and he's expected to continue making plays as the Bills take on the Colts in Week 10.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Full practice Thursday
Williams (knee) was a full participant at the Bills' practice Thursday, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Williams was able to increase his workload to become a full participant at practice Thursday following a limited session Wednesday. Barring setbacks, the linebacker should be a full go for Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks.
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Leaves game with knee injury
Williams left in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Titans due to a knee injury, but he is considered probable to return.
Analysis: The knee injury doesn't appear to be severe given the probable tag, but the Bills could keep Williams sidelined as they hold a commanding lead late in the fourth quarter. If Williams doesn't return, his day will end with 10 tackles (six solo).
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Dozen more tackles in defeat
Williams recorded 12 tackles (11 solo) and one fumble recovery in the Bills' loss to the Texans on Sunday.
Analysis: A third-round pick in 2023, Williams has taken over as a starter in his second pro season. His 11 solo tackles Sunday marked a new career-high, and Williams has double-digit tackles in four straight contests. He's up to an NFL-best 54 tackles this season, with 35 of them being of the solo variety. Williams has added two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble.
Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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Records 12 tackles
Williams recorded 12 tackles (five solo), including a tackle for a loss, in the Bills' 35-10 loss to the Ravens on Sunday night.
Analysis: The linebacker also played on 85 percent of the defensive snaps. The second-year pro replaced injured linebacker Matt Milano before the season and has made the most of his opportunity, making 42 stops (24 solo) in four games. Williams also has a forced fumble and a fumble recovery.
Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Stays busy vs. Jacksonville
Williams accrued 11 tackles (eight solo) in Monday's 47-10 victory over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Williams saw less snaps on defense Monday than he did in each of the first two games of the regular season, but that was due to game script as Buffalo rested its starters in the fourth quarter. Williams still managed to lead the Bills in tackling, and his 30 total tackles is tied with Panthers' Shaq Thompson for 10th in the NFL through the first three games of the regular season. Williams has firmly entrenched himself in the starting linebacker corps while Matt Milano continues to recover from…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Makes 10 tackles in TNF win
Williams notched 10 tackles (five solo) during Thursday's 31-10 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Williams played 52 defensive snaps Thursday after handing 51 snaps in Week 1. He remains locked into a starting role on defense with Matt Milano (biceps) sidelined until at least late in the 2024 campaign. Buffalo's linebacker corps also lost Terrel Bernard (pectoral) for potentially one month Thursday, leaving Baylon Spector to step into his starting gig. Williams' next chance to make an impact will come Week 3 versus the Jaguars.
Published: Fri, Sep 13 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to replace Milano
Williams is in line to replace Matt Milano, who suffered a torn biceps during practice Tuesday, as Buffalo's starting weak-side linebacker, Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The 2023 third-round pick recorded 40 tackles and a pass breakup as a rookie. Milano could possibly return in December, per Getzenberg.
Published: Thu, Aug 15 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Will play vs. Jets
Williams (knee) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game versus the Jets.
Analysis: Williams was limited at practice Wednesday and Thursday, but he was able to upgrade to full participation Friday to put himself on track to suit up in Week 11. He again projects to start at linebacker for Buffalo on Sunday.
Published: Fri, Nov 17 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited with knee issue
Williams was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's walkthrough session due to a knee issue, Chris Brown of the Bills Radio Network reports.
Analysis: The third-round rookie has been getting more time on defense following teammate Matt Milano's season-ending leg injury, but it hasn't yielded consistent enough playing time to put him on the IDP map. Following a noteworthy 10-tackle outing in Week 6, Williams has fluctuated between zero and 46 percent of the defensive snaps while totaling just 12 tackles over that four-game span. Williams has yet to record his first NFL sack.
Published: Wed, Nov 15 at 4:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Rookie shines in primetime
Williams totaled 10 tackles in the 14-9 win over the Giants on Sunday night.
Analysis: The third-round rookie out of Tulane was the choice to take over for All-Pro linebacker Matt Milano, who was lost for the season due to a fractured leg in the Week 5 loss. Williams logged 84 percent of the defensive snaps and was complimented by the coaches after the game for stepping it up as well as for his athleticism. There's going to be a drop-off from Milano to anyone else the Bills might choose to replace him, but how narrow that gap is could determine how much a legit Super Bowl…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 17 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Sees extensive action Sunday
Williams saw a season-high 29 defensive snaps during Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Jaguars in London, logging five tackles and one pass defensed.
Analysis: The rookie out of Tulane may soon be counted on at a whole new level, as teammate Matt Milano is likely out for the season with a broken leg. The Bills don't always have three linebackers on the field, but when they do, Williams has a good chance of being one of them. In any event, with Milano out for the long term, Williams and Tyrel Dodson are the two players most likely to see spikes in production.
Published: Mon, Oct 9 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Looking good for Monday
Williams (calf) wasn't listed on Buffalo's injury report Thursday.
Analysis: The 2023 third-round pick was dealing with a calf injury suffered in late August, but it seems as if he's moved past the issue. Williams spent four years at Tulane, appearing in 43 games and recording 195 tackles, including 27 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks. Expect the rookie to serve as an important component of the Bills' linebacker corps during the coming season.
Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 12:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Battling calf injury
Williams (calf) didn't practice Wednesday, Sal Capaccio of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.
Analysis: Williams is expected to occupy at least a reserve linebacker role and contribute on special teams in 2023, though the 2023 third-round draft pick out of Tulane is competing for a starting spot on defense. His quest to win a starting job will be put on hold until Williams' calf heals. Williams' next chance to take the field will come in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bears.
Published: Wed, Aug 23 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong preseason debut
Williams led the Bills with seven total tackles (six solo) in Saturday's preseason win over Indianapolis.
Analysis: The third-round rookie is no longer in the running for the open starting middle linebacker spot, but he has a chance to earn a meaningful role on the outside. Stud defender Matt Milano will man one of those spots on a full-time basis, but there's a role for Williams, even if it's as part of a rotation on the other side. Expect him to see a decent amount of action in the team's last two preseason games.
Published: Sun, Aug 13 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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Focusing on outside for now
Williams is expected to work at outside linebacker to start training camp, general manager Brandon Bean told Chris Brown of the Bills' official site Wednesday.
Analysis: Williams was the team's third-round pick out of Tulane and is believed to be versatile enough to play either outside linebacker or in the middle. For now, the middle spot is still up for grabs between Tyrel Dodson, Baylon Spector, Terrel Bernard and A.J. Klein. Matt Milano is a star and is guaranteed to start at one outside spot, so that will leave Williams fighting for a meaningful role at the other outside spot, where Klein and veteran pass rusher Leonard Floyd will likely see time as well.
Published: Wed, Jul 26 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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| Tackles | Turnover | Fantasy | |||||
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| Wk | Opp | Tot | Sck | Int | Frc Fum | Fum Rec | Pts |
| 1 | BAL, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 4.50 |
| 2 | @NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 1.50 |
| 3 | MIA, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.50 |
| 4 | NO, | 3 | - | - | - | - | 4.50 |
| 5 | NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | @ATL, | 5 | - | - | - | - | 5.50 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @CAR, | 4 | - | - | - | - | 6.00 |
| 9 | KC, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 10 | @MIA, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.50 |
| 11 | TB, | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | 7.00 |
| 12 | @HOU, | 2 | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 13 | @PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | 1.00 |
| 14 | CIN, | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2.00 |
| 15 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @CLE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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