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Eagles urged to sign veteran RB who famously returned two kickoffs for TDs in same game | Sporting News The Eagles quietly bolstered their return game by signing Avery Williams, but another intriguing name could soon enter the mix. Nyheim Hines...

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Eagles Offseason Gadget Talk Rarely Pans Out Nick Sirianni recently discussed Avery Williams’ potential on offense.

APRIL 2 • SACBEE.COM

Nick Sirianni is excited about the addition of Avery Williams and his potential on offense Eagles' Nick Sirianni is excited about the addition of Avery Williams and what he can bring to special teams and as a change-of-pace back on...

APRIL 1 • USATODAY.COM

Eagles' New Special Teams Star Reveals 2025 Goal Avery Williams wasn’t on last year’s Super Bowl team with the Philadelphia Eagles.

MARCH 22 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Welcome to Philadelphia: Get to know Avery Williams The return specialist signed a one-year contract with the Eagles on Thursday.

MARCH 22 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Eagles Sign 'Fearless' Return Specialist Avery Williams is expected to take Britain Covey’s spot as the lead returner for the Philadelphia Eagles.

MARCH 15 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Eagles, Avery Williams agree to terms on one-year deal The return specialist spent the first four years of his NFL career with the Falcons.

MARCH 15 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Bound for Philadelphia Williams signed a contract with the Eagles on Friday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams was limited to return duties with the Falcons in 2024, finishing the regular season with 408 kick return yards and 185 punt return yards across 17 games. He'll likely share those responsibilities with Cooper DeJean in Philadelphia, but Williams will have a chance to compete with Will Shipley and AJ Dillon for backup duties out of the backfield behind Saquon Barkley.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to return duties in 2024 Williams did not record a carry or target across 17 regular-season games in 2024, but he did finish with 408 kick return yards and 185 punt return yards.

Impact After sitting out the entire 2023 campaign due to a torn ACL in his knee, Williams was able to earn a spot on the Falcons' 53-man roster for the 2024 campaign. With the Falcons' backfield dominated by Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier, Williams was exclusively used on special teams as a returner on both kickoffs and punts, but he managed to record six tackles (two solo) while on coverage duties. Williams will enter the offseason as an unrestricted free agent and should get plenty of interest from teams looking to add a return specialist who could also contribute out of the backfield.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited to special teams Williams played all 24 of his snaps on special teams in Sunday's 42-21 loss to the Vikings, bringing back one punt for an 11-yard return.

Impact The reserve running back logged 22 carries for Atlanta in 2022, but he's been deployed exclusively on special teams in 2024 with Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier having both enjoyed good health this season. Williams has suited up in each of the Falcons' first 13 games and has gained 135 yards on 15 punt returns and 210 yards on 35 kickoff returns.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strictly special teams in Week 7 Williams brought back a kickoff for 21 yards and played all 23 of his snaps on special teams in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Though he's listed as a running back, Williams hasn't logged any touches out of the backfield since the 2022 season and is on the Falcons' roster solely due to his role a kickoff and punt returner. Until Sunday, Jase McClellan had been inactive as the Falcons' No. 4 running back, but the rookie sixth-round pick suited up against the Seahawks and ended up getting five carries in garbage time rather than Williams when Atlanta rested top backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier late in the game.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strictly special teams in Week 7 Williams brought back a kickoff for 21 yards and played all 23 of his snaps on special teams in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Though he's listed as a running back, Williams hasn't logged any touches out of the backfield since the 2022 season and is on the Falcons' roster solely due to his role as a kickoff and punt returner. Until Sunday, Jase McClellan had been inactive as the Falcons' No. 4 running back, but the rookie sixth-round pick suited up against the Seahawks and ended up getting five carries in garbage time, rather than Williams, when Atlanta rested top backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier late in the game.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons Cut QB, Place Avery Williams on Injured Reserve Follow along with Falcon Report as we keep you up to date with all firings, hirings, and breaking news in the NFL

JUNE 16, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

'Pretty Damn Good': Falcons' Avery Williams Enjoys Breakout Second Season After a storied college career, versatile Atlanta Falcons weapon Avery Williams found life difficult in his rookie season - but left no doub...

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Falcons injury report: Updating status of Avery Williams, Feleipe Franks as Buccaneers practice prep continues Elijah Wilkinson remained limited on Thursday's participation report

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons injury report: Updating status of Avery Williams, Cordarrelle Patterson, Feleipe Franks as Buccaneers practice prep begins Elijah Wilkinson was also listed on Wednesday's participation report

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Avery Williams opens second half with wild front flip on dangerous hurdle Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams opens second half with wild front flip on dangerous hurdle.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Could Falcons RB Avery Williams Return to CB with Secondary Injuries? Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams was a cornerback last season. With several injuries devastating the position, could he return to...

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Could Falcons RB Avery Williams Return to CB with Secondary Injuries? Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams was a cornerback last season. With several injuries devastating the position, could he return to...

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Nerdy Birds: Arthur Smith offense sustaining drives, finishing in the red zone, plus Avery Williams and winning the field position battle Falcons rank fourth in NFL red-zone efficiency, scoring TDs on 68.2 percent of drives that go inside the 20

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

How Avery Williams versatility is vital to the Falcons in all three phases With the secondary taking a hit with injuries, Williams could see reps back at cornerback

OCTOBER 27, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

'Yeah Ty, I like that spike!' | Avery Williams, is mic'd up Falcons running back Avery Williams is mic'd up against the Cincinnati Bengals

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Avery Williams nearly goes the distance on 57-yard punt return Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams nearly goes the distance on 57-yard punt return.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Avery Williams' picturesque spin move sparks 19-yard punt return Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams gains 19 yards on a punt return against the San Francisco 49ers.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' Avery Williams making seamless transition to running back Running back Avery Williams has taken his spot among the Falcons' running backs and has been productive. Williams, who played cornerback as...

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • AJC.COM