The Cowboys brought on RB Javonte Williams in early March during the free agency period. Fans had hoped for him to be a reliable rotational back at best , but he has exceeded those expectations this season.

Williams meets nearly every criterion you seek in a primary running back. A consistent physical runner capable of overpowering defenses? Check. An effective pass catcher in screens and flats? Check. And outstanding in pass protection for the quarterback? Double check! This is impressive, especially considering he was coming off a three-year recovery from an ACL injury in 2022. The Cowboys signed him to a one-year contract worth $3.5 million, which is essentially a steal at this point. Now, let's take a look his stats so far.

Currently, Williams is on track for 1,326 rushing yards, averaging 5.0 yards per carry, and 17 rushing touchdowns, all of which would set new career records for him. His overall statistics include 63 carries (ranking 13th in the league), 312 rushing yards (sixth in the league), five yards per carry, and four touchdowns (tied for second) alongside Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs and Josh Jacobs. He is just one touchdown shy of the leading rushing touchdown scorer, Bills RB James Cook. With these impressive stats, he is certainly in good company among running backs and is also making waves in the passing game with 16 receptions for 74 receiving yards.

In concluison, if Williams maintains this level of performance, the Cowboys will need to seriously consider re-signing the 25-year-old running back.