TRAYVEON WILLIAMS NEWS

Won't suit up against Washington Williams (hamstring) will not face Washington during Friday's exhibition matchup, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams will miss his second straight preseason game due to a hamstring injury, making Aug. 29's match against the Dolphins his next chance to suit up. The 2019 sixth-round pick has reportedly put together a strong offseason, but he's facing competition from Samaje Perine, Chris Evans, Jacques Patrick and Pooka Williams for a roster spot.

AUGUST 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injures hammy, out Saturday Williams injured his hamstring Thursday and won't be available for Saturday's preseason game against Tampa Bay, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The 2019 sixth-round pick reportedly is having a nice summer after struggling with injuries the past two years, but even if he gets healthy in a hurry, Williams will need to compete for a roster spot and backup work. Samaje Perine, Chris Evans, Jacques Patrick and Pooka Williams are the other backfield options behind Joe Mixon, with Perine and Evans seemingly the chief competition for Williams.

AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Infrequently employed Williams finished the 2020 season with 26 carries for 157 yards, including four carries for 74 yards in the season finale against the Ravens.

Impact Williams broke off a 55-yard run in the finale, but, despite the big run, he got very little work for the remainder of the game. Williams will be entering his third season in the NFL with little game action. With Joe Mixon signed long-term, there's not a lot of hope for Williams to earn a significant role with the Bengals.

JANUARY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rushes twice in win Williams rushed twice for six yards in Sunday's 37-31 win over the Texans.

Impact Williams played just six of 76 snaps, serving as the clear No. 3 running back. Meanwhile, Giovani Bernard posted 131 yards from scrimmage, while Samaje Perine recorded 136 total yards and two scores. Williams likely will be the odd man out in the season finale against Baltimore, which boasts a much tougher run defense.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Gains role in backfield Williams carried the ball 12 times for 49 yards in Week 14 against the Cowboys. He added three receptions for 14 yards.

Impact Williams took over as the Bengals' lead back after Giovani Bernard fumbled on the opening drive. He was fairly effective on the team's subsequent possession, gaining 22 combined yards between receptions and carries. However, he fumbled the ball deep in Dallas territory and was subsequently benched for the rest of the first quarter. After re-entering the contest, Williams managed to lead the team with 12 carries and could see an increased role in Week 15 against the Steelers if Joe Mixon (foot) remains out.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Dalton returns to Cincy, leads Cowboys over Bengals 30-7

Andy Dalton was good enough in his return to Cincinnati, tossing two touchdown passes and helping lead the Dallas Cowboys to a 30-7 win over the Bengals

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press

The Latest: Steelers get AFC berth, Packers clinch NFC North

The Pittsburgh Steelers already have a playoff berth clinched before kicking off against the Buffalo Bills

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press

No offensive snaps in loss Williams didn't play an offensive snap in Sunday's 19-7 loss to the Dolphins.

Impact Giovani Bernard continues to lead the Bengals' backfield, while Samaje Perine operates as the clear No. 2 running back. Williams hasn't gained footing as a consistent contributor; he's played just 10 snaps on offense over the last four weeks.

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

One carry, one catch Williams played five offensive snaps Sunday in the Bengals' loss to the Giants, catching a pass for 13 yards and running once while losing two yards.

Impact The carry was one more than fellow backup Samaji Perine received, with Giovani Bernard getting the lion's share of work. It's not at all clear the Bengals are interested in seeing more from him the rest of the way.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Exclusively plays special teams Williams played zero offensive snaps during Sunday's 20-9 loss to Washington.

Impact The 23-year-old received the first carries of his career last week against the Steelers (five rushes for 22 yards), but it was only a small burst of playing time in a blowout. Williams could step into a bigger offensive role with Samaje Perine while href="https://www.rotowire.com/football/player.php?id=11707">Joe Mixon (foot) is on injured reserve and Giovani Bernard recovers from a concussion..

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

First NFL carries Williams had his first NFL carries in the waning moments of the Bengals' loss to the Steelers, rushing five times for 22 yards.

Impact The game was well out of reach when Williams got his carries in the fourth quarter, helping the Bengals tack on a Sad Field Goal at the end of the game. He received seven special teams snaps in addition to his five carries.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Special teams only Williams was active for the first time this season Sunday against the Browns, but he only saw action on two special-teams snaps.

Impact Williams is in his second year with the Bengals, but he has yet to record his first NFL regular-season carry. Even though the Bengals are 1-5-1 that still may not happen -- after all, they didn't see fit to give him that chance last year as they were playing out the string.

OCTOBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Set for 2020 debut Williams is expected to be active against the Browns on Sunday with Joe Mixon (foot) ruled out, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams has been a healthy scratch through the first six games of the season, but the Bengals now finally have a need to call upon the 2019 sixth-round pick's talents. Giovani Bernard and Samaje Perine both appear to be operating ahead of Williams in the Bengals' backfield pecking order, however. The second-year pro is still looking to log his first NFL carry.

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Tampa Bay's Godwin, Green Bay's Adams return from injuries

Tampa Bay’s Chris Godwin and Green Bay’s Davante Adams are back in the lineup after missing time because of hamstring injuries

OCTOBER 18, 2020 • Associated Press

49ers RB Mostert returns to action; Samuel also active

San Francisco 49ers running back Raheem Mostert is returning to action Sunday against the Miami Dolphins after missing two games with a knee injury

OCTOBER 11, 2020 • Associated Press

Peppers, Ruggs, Fuller among inactives for late games Sunday

Rams rookie safety Jordan Fuller is inactive for Los Angeles’ game against the New York Giants with a shoulder injury and Giants safety Jabrill Peppers is out, as expected

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • Associated Press

Out of RB rotation in early going Williams did not suit up during Sunday's 23-23 tie against the Eagles.

Impact The 2019 sixth-round pick has yet to make an appearance on the active roster this season, though he did dress for 11 games as a rookie. Williams remains in search of his first NFL carry after running for more than 3,600 yards with 35 total touchdowns during his collegiate career at Texas A&M. Samaje Perine has so far served as the No. 3 running back for Cincinnati this season, but he has logged 61 special-teams snaps to only one offensive snap.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lions WR Golladay makes 2020 debut; Bucs' Godwin also active

Detroit’s Kenny Golladay and Tampa Bay’s Chris Godwin are a couple of noteworthy receivers returning to action in Sunday’s late games

SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • Associated Press

Brady has Evans active vs. Saints despite hurt hamstring

Tom Brady might have top target Mike Evans to throw to in his debut for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020 • Associated Press