"The Dallas Cowboys could not get the job done last night against the Detroit Lions in a game that they needed to win to boost their playoff chances. Although that didn't happen, Javonte Williams was able to do something for the first time in his career by rushing for over 1,000 yards. He has never done that in his time in the NFL. His best was in 2021 during his rookie season, when he rushed for 903 yards."
"After letting Rico Dowdle walk as a free agent a year ago, the Cowboys took a chance on Williams, signing him to a one-year deal worth $3 million dollars. Now, after 14 weeks of the season, he eclipsed the 1k yard mark in the loss to the Lions yesterday. He has a total of 215 carries for 1,022 yards and 9 touchdowns, and with four weeks to go, if Williams reaches 12 total touchdowns and 1,250 scrimmage yards, he will receive $500,000 in bonus money."
"It is clear that this team missed out on the draft pick of Jaydon Blue, so if Dallas cannot get Williams to resign, what will be their plan? Roll with Malik Davis, who is a good backup, not a starter. Sure, he had a great run against the Chiefs, but he is not an every down running back. The last thing I want them to do is waste another draft pick on a running back when they can make something else work."
The Dallas Cowboys lost to the Detroit Lions in a game they needed to improve playoff chances. Javonte Williams rushed for over 1,000 yards for the first time in his NFL career, finishing 14 weeks with 215 carries for 1,022 yards and nine touchdowns. Williams signed a one-year, $3 million deal after Rico Dowdle left in free agency. A $500,000 bonus is available if Williams reaches 12 touchdowns and 1,250 scrimmage yards. Dallas lacks a clear replacement after missing on Jaydon Blue in the draft, leaving Malik Davis as a backup option. Retaining Williams and return of receiver Pickens would still require defensive upgrades.
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