Javonte Williams punched in the game-winning touchdown with just over a minute left in Week 9, capping a stellar performance with 101 rushing yards for the Dallas Cowboys against the Indianapolis Colts. It was a clutch moment that showcased exactly what Dallas has been trying to build their offense around.
Williams Finally Unleashed? The Numbers Are Talking
This wasn’t just a random good game. Williams carried the ball 20 times, hitting that 101-yard mark and grabbing his ninth rushing touchdown of the season. He also pulled in four of his five targets for another 23 yards. This was only the second time this season Williams topped 100 rushing yards, and the second time in his last three outings. He also averaged more than four yards per carry for only the third time in 2026. Dallas has clearly decided to lean into the run game lately, with Williams seeing a massive 69 carries over the past three weeks alone, hitting at least 20 in each of those games. That’s a workhorse load, plain and simple.
RB1 Status Solidified, Despite Early Season Hiccups
With nine rushing touchdowns already in the bag, Williams is clearly holding down his RB1 status. Yeah, the season started a little inefficiently for him, but this kind of production, especially the game-winning score, proves his value. Dallas is putting the ball in his hands when it matters most, and he’s delivering. He’s set to remain a low-end RB1 option next week when the Cowboys face off against San Francisco. Let’s see if he can keep this momentum rolling against another tough defense.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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