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Williams' expanded receiving role in 2026 could unlock significant fantasy value after ranking last in EPA per target la
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The Cowboys are intentionally developing Williams as a pass catcher in 2026, a significant shift from 2024 when he ranked dead last in EPA per target and yards per route run among 51 running backs with minimum targets; he was essentially a checkdown catcher with no damage after the catch. If Williams can contribute in the receiving game, his fantasy value increases substantially. The source notes the Cowboys have a clear focus on developing the screen game early in training camp, with Williams featured on screen plays like one where Dak Prescott found him and safety Caleb Downs was caught off guard by the play.
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Javonte Williams is being asked to do something he didn't do enough of last year and more; if he can contribute in the receiving game, the value you're getting out of him goes up a notch. Last season, as good as Williams was running the ball, he was a non-factor through the air. Out of 51 running backs with minimum targets, Williams ranked dead last in EPA per target and dead last in yards per route run.
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- The Cowboys are intentionally developing Williams as a pass catcher in 2026, a significant shift from 2024 when he ranked dead last in EPA per target and yards per route run among 51 running backs with minimum targets; he was essentially a checkdown catcher with no damage after the catch. If Williams can contribute in the receiving game, his fantasy value increases substantially. The source notes the Cowboys have a clear focus on developing the screen game early in training camp, with Williams featured on screen plays like one where Dak Prescott found him and safety Caleb Downs was caught off guard by the play.
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- STACKED tags this as a positive fantasy football signal for Javonte Williams (RB DAL). Williams' expanded receiving role in 2026 could unlock significant fantasy value after ranking last in EPA per target la
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