The newest Cowboy will turn 25 in April and already has four years of NFL experience under his belt. With Williams joining the roster, Dowdle’s playing career will continue elsewhere. Dowdle was Dallas’ leading rusher in 2024 with 1,079 yards on the ground.

The Dallas Cowboys showcased some of their selective aggression on the opening day of the NFL's legal tampering period by signing a replacement for free agent running back Rico Dowdle, who became the first undrafted running back in franchise history to rush for more than 1,

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter and NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Cowboys have agreed to a one-year deal with former Broncos running back Javonte Williams. Williams, 24, hit the free agency market after four years with the Broncos.

The NFL free agency period is underway, and the Dallas Cowboys remained relatively silent on the opening day. Dallas' most notable signing was running back Javonte Williams, who provides a capable talent in the backfield.

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The Dallas Cowboys are signing running back Javonte Williams to a one-year, $3 million contract, according to multiple reports Monday. The deal can reach up to $3.5 million with incentives.

The move is almost certainly not the last by the Cowboys to upgrade a running game that ranked 27th in total yards last season.

You’re not going to believe it … the Dallas Cowboys actually signed a free agent! Owner/general manager Jerry Jones opened his wallet (slightly) to add Javonte

The Denver Broncos were expected to be out on re-signing Javonte Williams in free agency. The former second-round pick has found a new home in the NFC.

Former Denver Broncos running back Javonte Williams has agreed to terms on a one-year, $3 million deal with the Dallas Cowboys, NFL Network's Tom Pelissero first reported on Monday evening. Williams (5-10,