Williams missed the 2023 season with a torn ACL but returned as a solid kick and punt returner for the Falcons last year. He entered the league as a cornerback and has since converted to running back, though special teams is his calling. He will likely take over return duties from Britain Covey, who is a free agent after the Eagles did not tender him.

Williams, Atlanta's primary kick returner, injured his knee in OTAs and will probably miss the entire season, according to head coach Arthur Smith. Williams in 2022 had 22 rushes for 109 yards and a touchdown. He handled 34 punt and kick returns. The Falcons will need to find another returner for this season -- perhaps Cordarrelle Patterson. 

A fifth-round pick last year, Williams was an explosive special teams player at Boise State, returning six punts and three kickoffs for touchdowns. At 187 pounds, he's a bit undersized for a traditional running back but could add weight to accommodate the switch. Last year, Williams blazed a 4.41 40-yard dash at Boise State's pro day but will face stiff backfield competition from rookie Tyler Allgeier and veteran running backs Damien Williams and Cordarrelle Patterson. We doubt Williams makes any impact at the position.