Damien Williams

The addition of Clyde Edwards-Helaire in Kansas City obviously hurts Williams' fantasy outlook for 2020. Williams will no longer be in the conversation for one of the top RBs this season, but that doesn't mean that he's not going to be useful for fantasy football. CEH will take a ton of the work, but Williams will still remain involved in some capacity. However, if CEH were to miss time with injury, etc. Williams immediately shoots back up into the top-12 RB conversation. Williams is a fantastic handcuff if you selected CEH early on in your draft to ensure that you lock up the Chiefs RB room.

Damien Williams opts out of 2020 season

RB Damien Williams has elected to opt out of the 2020 season.

Fantasy Impact

In a statement from Chiefs GM Brett Veach, "As an organization. we certainly understand and respect Damien's choice, knowing it was made in the best interest of his family." "He means a lot to our football team as a player and a person, and we're going to miss having him around this season." Williams, coming off a monster performance in the playoffs was projected to be the Chiefs starting RB and form a one-two punch with first round selection Clyde Edwards Helaire. Williams is set to rejoin the Chiefs for the 2021 campaign. Edwards Helaire has a clear path to serve as the Chiefs top running back, and is projected to be a top-10 pick in redraft leagues.