"The Dallas Cowboys made a deliberate, forward-thinking move this offseason by letting Rico Dowdle walk and signing Javonte Williams to a one-year deal. Dowdle's cap hit in Carolina is slightly cheaper, but his running back efficiency is less than Williams's. The Cowboys' front office and offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer have a bigger, more efficient picture in mind. They want a younger, more physical running back who fits the team's evolving ground-and-pound identity - and Javonte Williams delivers exactly that."
"Rico Dowdle's one-year deal with the Carolina Panthers carries a $2.72 million cap hit, while Javonte Williams' one-year contract with Dallas sits at $3 million. On paper, Dowdle is the cheaper player, but Williams is two years younger and offers higher long-term value for a Cowboys' offense being reshaped under Schottenheimer's guidance. This move isn't about saving money - it's about extending the competitive window by investing in a player who aligns with Dallas' future."
The Cowboys signed Javonte Williams to a one-year, $3 million deal and allowed Rico Dowdle to sign a $2.72 million one-year contract with the Panthers. Williams is two years younger and presents a more physical, punishing running style that aligns with Brian Schottenheimer's evolving ground-and-pound offense. Through 2025, Dowdle has 131 carries for 735 yards, four touchdowns, 5.6 yards per attempt, one fumble, 19 forced missed tackles, and 19 runs of 10+ yards. Williams has 124 carries for 633 yards and eight touchdowns, 5.1 yards per carry, one fumble, 28 forced missed tackles, and 3.86 yards after contact per attempt.
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