Javonte Williams Listed Among Top 3 NFL Running Backs

Posted Jul 25, 2022
3. Javonte Williams, Denver Broncos - Williams ranked ninth in the NFL last season among running backs taking at least 20% of their offensive snaps with 3.42 yards after contact per carry. Only Jonathan Taylor had more missed tackles forced than Williams’ 63. He had nine runs of 15 or more yards for 228 yards, and he had 25 runs of 10 yards or more. (USA Today)

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