Javonte Williams Looking For Statement Game Against Packers

Javonte Williams Looking For Statement Game Against Packers

one year ago

We knew Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams was going to be eased in early on this year after suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 4 of 2022, but we still expected more production through six weeks of the 2023 season. In five games -- he missed Week 5 with a quad injury -- Williams has 48 carries for 190 yards (4.0 yards per carry) and no touchdowns, adding 11 receptions for 51 yards. His best game fantasy-wise was in Week 1, when he posted 7.7 half-PPR points. Undrafted rookie Jaleel McLaughlin has made a case for a role in this backfield, but the good news is Williams remains Denver's top option when healthy. The 23-year-old has a prime opportunity to have his best game of the year against the Green Bay Packers in Week 7, as they allow the fifth-most rushing yards per game (143.4) and the fifth-most half-PPR fantasy points per game to RBs so far this year.

Source: Pro Football Reference