Former Green Bay Packer Jamaal Williams Faces Another Unsuccessful Trial

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Amidst the ongoing NFL season, injuries have led to frequent roster adjustments by various teams seeking to fill vacancies. Veteran players are attending workouts hoping to make a return, with former Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams being a familiar face at these evaluations.

Former Green Bay Packer Jamaal Williams Faces Another Unsuccessful Trial

Despite previous off-season visits to the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins, Jamaal Williams recently underwent another trial with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. However, this attempt did not prove fruitful, as the team opted to sign running back Michael Wiley instead, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. Williams, who is known for his tenacity, finds himself again without a team ahead of Week 7.

A Glorious Past

Williams has experienced both highs and lows in his NFL career. In the 2022 season, he set a record with the Detroit Lions for the most rushing touchdowns in a single season, accumulating 1,066 yards and 17 touchdowns. His performance earned him a three-year contract with the New Orleans Saints in the 2023 offseason.

Decline in Performance

Unfortunately, Williams’ tenure with the Saints did not meet expectations. During his first year, he scored a single touchdown on the last play of the season and recorded a career-low average of 2.9 yards per carry. His second year was overshadowed by teammates Alvin Kamara and Taysom Hill, resulting in just 164 yards on 48 carries and ultimately, his release.

Career Retrospective

Began NFL journey as a fourth-round pick with the Green Bay Packers.
In his last Packers season, recorded 505 rushing yards and 236 receiving yards.
Notable performance in the 2020 playoffs with 65 yards against the Rams.
Played a major part in the Packers’ NFC championship game against the Bucs.
Signed with the Lions for two years, marking the peak of his career.

Now at 30, Williams faces the harsh reality of the NFL, where the running back role is fiercely competitive. As younger talents flood the field, veterans in their late 20s and early 30s find limited opportunities.