Javonte Williams Named NFL Rookie Of The Week

Posted Nov 11, 2021
After recording the first 100-yard rushing game of his young career during the Denver Broncos' Week 9 victory over the Dallas Cowboys, former North Carolina Tar Heels running back Javonte Williams has been voted NFL Rookie of the Week. Williams' 111 rushing yards were the most of any rookie running back and ranked fourth in the NFL in Week 9. (Denver Broncos)

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