JAVONTE WILLIAMS NEWS

Nine touches in playoff loss Williams carried the ball seven times for 29 yards and caught both his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 31-7 wild-card round loss to the Bills.

Impact He led all Broncos running backs in touches plus rushing and scrimmage yards, but QB Bo Nix paced the whole team in rushing yards with 43. Williams will reach free agency this offseason, but his market could be flimsy after he managed just 513 rushing yards on 139 carries for a 3.7 YPC with four TDs over 17 regular-season appearances. The 2021 second-round pick did have a career-best year as a pass catcher though, hauling in 52 of 70 targets for 346 yards, and he could find a role as a third-down option in 2025. The explosiveness he showed in college and over his first 21 NFL games before suffering a serious knee injury seems unlikely to return, however.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Javonte Williams player props odds, tips and betting trends for the Wild Card Playoff Round | Broncos vs. Bills Check out these betting trends and insights before placing player prop wagers on Javonte Williams for Sunday’s game, which starts at 1:00 PM...

JANUARY 11 • USATODAY.COM

Eight total touches against Chiefs Williams rushed five times for 28 yards and caught three of four targets for 50 yards in Sunday's 38-0 win over the Chiefs.

Impact Williams played a minimal role in the Broncos ground attack Sunday, attempting just five rushes while fellow running backs Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estime handling 16 and 12 carries, respectively. With just a 23 percent snap share, the 24-year-old Williams remained in his depth role and should continue to do so when the Broncos visit the Bills in the wild card round of the playoffs.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Nix leads Broncos past Chiefs' reserves 38-0 and into playoffs for 1st time since 2015 season

The Denver Broncos are back in the playoffs for the first time since winning Super Bowl 50 following the 2015 season

JANUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Non-factor in loss Williams failed to record a single carry and caught both of his targets for zero yards in Saturday's 30-24 overtime loss to the Bengals.

Impact Williams was not involved in the Broncos' rushing attack Saturday, marking the first time this season in which he did not have at least one rushing attempt in a contest. Despite leading Denver's running back group with 22 offensive snaps, the veteran was unable to get involved. Instead, Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estime handled 10 and nine carries, respectively. Williams is continuing to prove that he is not a reliable fantasy option, which should be how fantasy managers view him heading into a Week 18 matchup against the Chiefs.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos' breakdowns ruin a rare fast start and keep them from clinching 1st playoff berth since '15

The Denver Broncos got off to a rare fast start in Los Angeles, scoring touchdowns on their first three possessions and building a 21-10 lead over the Chargers

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Surprise leader in targets Thursday Williams rushed four times for 24 yards and brought in seven of 11 targets for 29 yards in the Broncos' 34-27 loss to the Chargers on Thursday night.

Impact Williams saw rookie Audric Estime outpace him carries by five overall, but the former was the surprise leader in targets for the Broncos on the night. The surprising amount of attention Williams commanded from Bo Nix as a receiver led to the running back tying the second-highest single-game catch total of his career. Williams has now logged single-digit carries in six consecutive games, leaving his value primarily to PPR formats despite a favorable Week 17 road matchup against the Bengals on Saturday, Dec. 28.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

RB Javonte Williams rushes for 15-yard gain | Broncos at Chargers Running back Javonte Williams picks up 15 yards vs. the Chargers.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Javonte Williams player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 16 | Broncos vs. Chargers Here are the key numbers you need to know about Javonte Williams and his player prop bet options. He’ll take the field Thursday starting at...

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Modest numbers in platoon role Williams rushed six times for 15 yards and caught two of three targets for eight yards in Sunday's 31-13 win over the Colts.

Impact Williams continued his late-season slump, which has seen him exceed 25 total yards only once in his last five games. Jaleel McLaughlin led Denver's running backs with seven carries for 21 yards prior to exiting due to a quadriceps injury, and quarterback Bo Nix finished as the team's leading rusher with eight rushing attempts for 23 yards. There could be more opportunities available for Williams if McLaughlin's unable to suit up against the Chargers on Thursday, though rookie Audric Estime could also see more touches.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Javonte Williams player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 15 | Broncos vs. Colts Before Javonte Williams laces them up Sunday, there will be player prop bet markets available for the 4:25 PM ET kickoff, live on CBS. Willi...

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Finds end zone on limited touches Williams rushed four times for one yard and a touchdown while catching one of two targets for three yards in Monday's 41-32 win over the Browns

Impact Javonte played 30 of the Broncos' 66 offensive snaps Monday, ahead of both Jaleel McLaughlin (24) and Audric Estime (8). Despite seeing the most playing time in the contest, the veteran running back saw fewer opportunities on the ground than McLaughlin, who finished the game with 14 carries for 84 yards as a rusher. It was a miserable day for Williams, but a complete disaster was avoided as the 24-year-old was able to score his fourth touchdown of the season on a two-yard run in the first quarter. It appears head coach Sean Payton is committed to using a hot-hand approach with Denver's backfield, so fantasy managers may want to put their trust in a different running back option down the stretch. The Broncos will host the Colts on Dec. 15 following their Week 14 bye.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

RB Javonte Williams rushes for 2-yard touchdown | Broncos vs. Browns Running back Javonte Williams finds the end zone to give the Broncos an early lead over the Browns.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

McMillian's pick-6 helps Broncos spoil career nights by Winston and Jeudy and beat Browns 41-32

Ja’Quan McMillian returned an interception for a game-sealing 44-yard touchdown with 1:48 remaining, and the Denver Broncos spoiled career-best performances by Cleveland quarterbac...

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets four yards on 10 touches Williams rushed eight times for a loss of two yards while catching two of four targets for six receiving yards in Sunday's 29-19 win over Las Vegas.

Impact Williams squandered opportunity after opportunity while the Broncos played with a lead for most of the second half. The 2021 second-round pick only finished with a positive fantasy score by gaining six yards as a receiver. Jaleel McLaughlin wound up leading the Broncos with 44 rushing yards off of one less carry than the starter. Williams continues to underwhelm as Denver's lead rusher, and it wouldn't be surprising to see him lose carries to more productive backups as the season progresses following yet another dud. For now, Williams figures to remain an option for those in deeper leagues for next Monday's tilt against the Browns.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dave Logan calls RB Javonte Williams' team-effort touchdown vs. Falcons | As I Saw It Watch as Voice of the Broncos Dave Logan provides the call for running back Javonte Williams' rushing touchdown against the Falcons.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

WATCH: RB Javonte Williams breaks down rushing touchdown vs. Falcons Watch as running back Javonte Williams reacts to his teammates pushing him into the end zone in Sunday's Week 11 win over the Falcons.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Bounces back with 87 yards, TD Williams rushed nine times for 59 yards and a touchdown while catching four of five targets for 28 yards in Sunday's 38-6 win over the Falcons.

Impact After getting out-touched 14-3 by Audric Estime in the Week 10 loss to Kansas City, Williams reclaimed the lead role in Denver's backfield, though Estime still stayed involved with 75 scrimmage yards on nine touches. Williams got off to a slow start this season, but he has found his groove in recent weeks, with 80-plus scrimmage yards in five of the last eight games. He'll have a nice opportunity to keep rolling in Week 12 against the 2-8 Raiders.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brotherly Shove 2.0: Denver Broncos Use 5 Guys to Push Javonte Williams Into Endzone The Denver Broncos put their own spin on the "Brotherly Shove" play.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • OUTKICK.COM

Bo Nix throws 4 touchdown passes and the Broncos roll past the Falcons 38-6

Bo Nix threw a season-high four touchdown passes and the Denver Broncos rolled past the Atlanta Falcons 38-6 to snap a two-game losing streak

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

RB Javonte Williams finds the end zone for 14-yard touchdown | Broncos vs. Falcons Running back Javonte Williams pushes through defenders — with a little help from his teammates — and extends the Broncos' lead over the Falc...

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Javonte Williams player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 11 | Broncos vs. Falcons Here are some key trends and stats to know before placing any bets on Javonte Williams’ player prop bet markets for Sunday’s game, which sta...

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

One carry in loss Williams rushed once for one yard and caught both of his targets for six yards in Sunday's 16-14 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact Williams had an extremely quiet Sunday against Kansas City, as the fourth-year running back took a clear backseat to rookie Audric Estime as a rusher. While Williams carried the ball just once and played just 17 of the Broncos' 58 offensive snaps, Estime was relied upon heavily with 14 carries in the contest across his 26 snaps. It appears head coach Sean Payton's recent remarks about Estime taking on a bigger workload were more than just coachspeak, so if the rookie continues to pace the backfield in opportunities, Williams' days as a consistent fantasy contributor are likely in jeopardy. The 24-year-old will have his next opportunity to bounce back when the Broncos host the Falcons in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rookie Audric Estime gets bulk of Broncos carries while Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin used sparingly Javonte Williams and Jaleel McLaughlin sidelined as rookie Audric Estime steps up in Broncos' loss to Kansas City. Estime's performance a hi...

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • GAZETTE.COM

Javonte Williams player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 10 | Broncos vs. Chiefs Before Javonte Williams hits the field Sunday at 1:00 PM ET on CBS, here are some key numbers you should know before you place a bet on his...

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • USATODAY.COM