Even though the 2025 NFL season was another forgettable and underwhelming campaign for the Dallas Cowboys, there were still some big individual developments that could be important for their long-term outlook. The emergence of running back Javonte Williams was one of them.
On Saturday, the Cowboys rewarded Williams for his breakout season with a three-year contract that will keep him from reaching unrestricted free agency this spring.
According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Williams’ contract will be a three-year, $24 million contract with $16 million in guaranteed money.
Cowboys are betting big on Javonte Williams
The Cowboys originally signed Williams as a free agent before the 2025 season following four years with the Denver Broncos.
Williams entered the NFL with a fantastic rookie season in 2021, but suffered a devastating knee injury in his second season and never really reached his rookie form for the remainder of his Broncos tenure. The Cowboys took a chance on him with a one-year contract, and he ended up being one of their most effective players on offense.
