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Operates exclusively on teams Williams returned two punts for 12 yards and one kickoff for 28 yards during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

Impact For the second time in three weeks, Williams didn't see the field on offense. He's the primary return man for Atlanta, but he ceded a kickoff to Ray-Ray McCloud versus the Chiefs. Through three games, Williams has totaled 51 punt-return yards and 50 kick-return yards.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Operates primarily as returner Williams returned one punt for 11 yards and one kickoff for 22 yards during Monday's 22-21 win over the Eagles.

Impact Williams saw his first two offensive snaps of the season but didn't record a touch. He has 39 punt-return yards through two weeks and appears to have solidified himself as the Falcons' top return man.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Works exclusively on special teams Williams returned two punts for 28 yards during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Impact Williams didn't see any offensive snaps in Week 1, as Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier handled all the RB duties. While Williams appears to be the No. 1 punt returner, WR Ray-Ray McCloud took all of Atlanta's kick returns versus Pittsburgh.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Works exclusively on special teams Williams returned two punts for 28 yards during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Impact Williams didn't see any offensive snaps in Week 1, as Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier handled all the RB duties. While Williams appears to be the No. 1 punt returner, WR Ray-Ray McCloud took all of Atlanta's kick returns versus Pittsburgh.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos place defenders Strnad, Ojemudia on COVID-19 list

The Denver Broncos have placed two more players on the reserve/COVID-19 list, including inside linebacker Justin Strnad

NOVEMBER 10, 2021 • Associated Press

Signs with practice squad Williamson signed with the Broncos' practice squad Tuesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Impact Williamson was with Denver earlier this season before a stint with Tennessee that saw its end when he was released on Nov. 2. Williamson will try to make his way to the active roster, as the Broncos are dealing with multiple injuries to their linebacker unit.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Saints to add the late linebacker Sam Mills to ring of honor

The New Orleans Saints will soon add the name of the late Sam Mills to their ring of honor in the Superdome

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

It's Awesome to Come Back Home ' Avery Williamson Player Interview Titans LB Avery Williamson addresses reporters during a press conference on Thursday at Saint Thomas Sports Park.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Titans bring back linebacker Avery Williamson

The Tennessee Titans have brought back linebacker Avery Williamson after signing the veteran off Denver’s practice squad

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • Associated Press

Tennessee Titans bring back Avery Williamson, designate Amani Hooker to return to practice from IR Avery Williamson is officially back with the Tennessee Titans, and the team will be getting starting safety Amani Hooker back at practice.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Titans Sign LB Avery Williamson, Move S Amani Hooker to "Designated for Return from Injured Reserve" List The Titans have also signed defensive tackle Kyle Peko and linebacker Dylan Cole to the team’s practice squad.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • TENNESSEETITANS.COM

Remembered by Titans Williamson agreed to return to the Titans' active roster Tuesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Impact The Titans signed Williamson off the Broncos' practice squad. The 29-year-old suited up for all but one of 64 potential games in Tennessee after being drafted in the fifth round of the 2014 NFL Draft. After accumulating time with the Jets, Steelers and Broncos across the previous four seasons, he figures to bring experience and depth to the team's linebacker unit going forward.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Avery Williamson: Tennessee Titans linebacker A look at Tennessee Titans linebacker Avery Williamson, who played at Kentucky

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • TENNESSEAN.COM

Links up with Denver Williamson was signed to the Broncos' practice squad Wednesday.

Impact Williamson has 85 starts in his NFL career and will bring a veteran presence to Denver's practice squad. The 29-year-old split 2020 between the Steelers and Jets, recording 111 tackles (73 solo), one sack and one interception in 15 games.

OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

With Darnold gone, Jets focused on finding next franchise QB

Joe Douglas and the New York Jets discussed, debated and contemplated every scenario regarding Sam Darnold

APRIL 6, 2021 • Associated Press

Steelers select T.J. Watt as team MVP for second time

The Pittsburgh Steelers have selected outside linebacker T

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • Associated Press

Monster tackling effort Williamson posted 14 tackles (nine solo) and a sack in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Colts.

Impact Williamson made his first start for the Steelers in Week 14. Over the three games as a starter, Williamson has posted 32 tackles and a sack. He'll look to cap off a successful run in the regular-season finale against the Browns.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Newest veteran Steeler Avery Williamson happy to be part of division winner It perhaps is a stretch to say that Avery Williamson had a career game Sunday. But it might not be an exaggeration to say that Williamson’s...

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Jets DL Quinnen Williams placed on season-ending IR

New York Jets defensive lineman Quinnen Williams was placed on injured reserve and that will end his breakout second NFL season

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • Associated Press

Jets activate Fatukasi from COVID list, place Langi on IR

New York Jets defensive lineman Folorunso Fatukasi was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list and linebacker Harvey Langi was placed on season-ending injured reserve

DECEMBER 22, 2020 • Associated Press

What now? Slumping Steelers searching for answers

The Pittsburgh Steelers are reeling

DECEMBER 22, 2020 • Associated Press

Double-digit tackles Sunday Williamson recorded 11 tackles (nine solo) across 67 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Bills.

Impact Williamson led the team in tackles Sunday, as he now has 20 tackles over the past two weeks. Sunday was by far Williamson's highest snap count on defense (89 percent) since being traded to the Steelers. He'll now shift his focus to a primetime matchup with the Bengals.

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lack of balance leaves Steelers, Roethlisberger reeling

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger says he needs to improve to help his slumping team

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press

Steelers defense depleted in preparing to play at Bills

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense is depleted in preparing to face the Buffalo Bills

DECEMBER 14, 2020 • Associated Press