Kyren Williams put up 67 total yards for the Los Angeles Rams in their 18-16 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 6. You heard that right: 67 total yards in a game where the Rams desperately needed more.
The Numbers Tell a Story of Concern
Williams rushed for 50 yards on 10 carries and hauled in three of his six targets for 17 receiving yards. On paper, sure, he was efficient when he actually got the ball in his hands. He really made the most of what was given to him. But here’s the kicker, the real gut punch: those 10 carries were his fewest all season. For a guy who’s been operating as the lead back for most of the year, that’s a massive red flag.
Is a Backfield Battle Brewing?
What’s even more concerning is that Williams only had two more touches than Blake Corum, his fellow back. This isn’t just a one-off performance; it points to a potential shift in the backfield. If this even split starts to become a trend, Williams’ status as an RB2 could be on shaky ground. He’s been the guy, but when the carries dry up like that, you have to wonder what the coaching staff is thinking. They need to figure out how to get their lead back more involved if they want to turn things around.
The Rams are going to need more than 67 total yards from their presumed lead back going forward. The question now is whether the Rams stick with Williams as the primary ball-carrier, or if we’re about to see a more even split become the norm. This next week could tell us everything about the direction of that backfield.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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