It’s important to factor in different perspectives of players as you prepare for your fantasy football draft. We’ll do just that today as we debate the prospects of Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams.
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The Case For Javonte Williams
Could Williams be the 2022 version of Taylor? It’s certainly in the realm of possibilities. Even with Melvin Gordon back in the fold, Williams should command the majority share of Denver’s carries. Williams still managed to finish 13th in the league in rushing with 903 yards on just 203 carries. He made the most of the timeshare and showed plenty of flashes that prove he can be a three-down back.
Russell Wilson‘s presence will command a ton of attention from opposing defenses, potentially offering Williams lighter boxes to run against more frequently. This could be the year Williams breaks out.
The Case Against Javonte Williams
Juggernaut Javonte Williams falls way outside of the fantasy RB1 conversation for me in redraft because it’s hard to envision him significantly surpassing his RB17 finish in half-point scoring from a season ago with a similar split workload expected alongside Melvin Gordon. His current ECR at RB13 is way too rich for my blood. Let’s not forget that Gordon finished right behind Williams as RB18 and played one fewer game. The veteran also said recently that he would refuse to lay down in the battle to be the Broncos’ RB1.
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