Trayveon Williams, a running back who only just signed with the Detroit Lions in August, absolutely tore it up in their preseason matchup against the Washington Commanders, earning himself Player of the Game honors. He was openly considered a long shot for the 53-man roster, but after totaling 60 yards on 11 touches and punching in a touchdown, he’s making an undeniable case for more looks.
From College Legend to NFL Scramble
Before Williams was lighting up the preseason for the Lions, he was a legit legend down at Texas A&M. He became one of the most productive backs in their program’s history. He finished his college career with 3,615 rushing yards, an insane 6.0 yards per carry average, and 34 rushing touchdowns. He also added 561 receiving yards and another score through the air. His junior year? Forget about it. That was his breakout season, where he dominated, breaking A&M’s single-season records for both rushing yards with 1,760 and 18 touchdowns, plus the all-purpose yards record. That earned him Doak Walker Award semifinalist status, First-Team All-SEC, and Second-Team All-American recognition. He declared early for the 2019 NFL Draft, and the Cincinnati Bengals snagged him in the sixth round. He saw action in every game as a rookie, and stuck with the team through 2023 in a reserve or practice squad role, working to carve out that steady NFL career.
The Lion’s Roar Is Undeniable
After brief stints with multiple teams, Williams signed with the Detroit Lions in August. When you’re signing that late and already pegged as a “long shot” for the main roster, you know the uphill battle is real. But Williams showed he still has some serious juice. To join a team just a week before playing a game, and then get named Player of the Game against the Commanders in their preseason showdown? That’s not just impressive, that’s a statement. He put up 60 yards on 11 touches and scored a touchdown , that’s efficient, that’s impactful, and it’s exactly the kind of gritty performance that turns heads. He’s given the Lions’ coaching staff something major to chew on as they make those tough roster decisions.
So what’s next for Williams after this absolute blast of a performance? That kind of showing, especially on such short notice and fighting for a spot, pretty much guarantees he’ll be getting more looks. Whether it’s in Detroit as they finalize their roster or somewhere else, teams are paying attention. He’s proven he can still ball out, and every team needs a guy who can step up big in a crunch. Keep a close eye on this situation, because Trayveon Williams just turned his “long shot” status into a “can’t ignore” problem for the Lions.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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