Javonte Williams discusses retirement thoughts before joining Cowboys

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Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Javonte Williams discusses retirement thoughts before joining Cowboys
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Javonte Williams, now a running back for the Dallas Cowboys, revealed he considered retirement prior to signing with the team. In a recent podcast, Williams shared that after injuries hampered his performance in Denver, he thought about ending his career but ultimately decided to make a comeback. In the Cowboys' recent victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, Williams recorded a career-high 155 rushing yards, contributing to a total of 204 rushing yards for the team. The Cowboys also made significant defensive changes, appointing Shemar James as the new green dot linebacker, emphasizing the need for improvement in critical game situations. Additionally, trade rumors are circulating around veteran edge rusher Josh Sweat, linking him to the Cowboys as the trade deadline approaches.

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  • •Javonte Williams considered retirement before joining the Cowboys.
  • •He achieved a career-high 155 rushing yards against the Eagles.
  • •Dallas rushed for a total of 204 yards in the game.
  • •Shemar James is the new green dot linebacker for the Cowboys.
  • •Dallas is reportedly interested in edge rusher Josh Sweat before the trade deadline.
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