FANTASY FOOTBALL NFL PLAYERS

Posted: 12/28/2008 8:35pm et

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams rushed for 178 yards on 25 carries in the team's Week 17 game. He rushed for 1,515 yards this season, which sets a single-season franchise record.

The Huddle Take: The Carolina running back Williams has been a pleasant surprise for fantasy owners this season as the Panther running attack is among the best in the NFL. Expect more of the same during the remainder of the playoff season and also leading into the 2009 campaign where Williams should be considered a solid No. 2 running back with upside which is only limited due to the presence of Jonathan Stewart who has been equally impressive this year.

Posted: 12/22/2008 4:53pm et

CarolinaGrowl.com reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams scored a touchdown in his eighth straight game in Week 16. He leads the league in rushing touchdowns (18) as well as total touchdowns (20).

The Huddle Take: Williams has been unbelievable this season. There's no reason he shouldn't be considered as a first rounder in next season's Fantasy draft, even with the competition with Jonathon Stewart for carries in the Carolina backfield. Stewart has a history of injuries, both in college and his first NFL campaign, so it wouldn't be a surprise to see Williams be just as productive next season.

Posted: 12/22/2008 11:39am et

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams has set a Carolina single-season record with 20 touchdowns. He scored four more rushing touchdowns during Week 16 against the New York Giants, giving him 18 rushing touchdowns on the season.

The Huddle Take: Williams has scored in nine straight games and has jammed 11 touchdowns into the last four, a strong finish to a season in which rookie Jonathan Stewart was expected to eat into his numbers. The success of the Panthers' ground game in general and Williams in particular positions DeAngelo firmly amongst the elite running backs heading into 2009.

Posted: 12/9/2008 10:00am et

Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams had 19 carries for a career-high 186 yards with two touchdowns during the team's Week 14 game. He also caught a six-yard pass in the game.

The Huddle Take: Williams and Jonathan Stewart combined for an astounding 301 yards on the ground, and the fact that figure was posted against the Tampa Bay run defense makes it even more astounding. The Buccaneers had allowed only one rushing touchdown all season, and Williams and Stewart combined for four. A repeat isn't likely, but it's possible this week against a Falcon run defense that was gashed by New Orleans.

Posted: 11/30/2008 10:25pm et

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams rushed for 72 yards and a career-high four touchdowns on 21 carries in the team's Week 13 game.

The Huddle Take: Williams has been an absolute force this season and continues to run strong and post big numbers for fantasy owners that put him on their rosters. With Carolina battling for a playoff berth this season Williams should continue to be a solid No. 2 running back that could carry your team deep into the playoffs or even a league championship.

Posted: 11/16/2008 8:48pm et

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart rushed for 130 yards and one touchdown on 15 carries and RB DeAngelo Williams rushed for 120 yards and two touchdowns on 14 carries in the team's Week 11 game. It was the first time in franchise history two running backs rushed for 100 yards in the game.

The Huddle Take: This was a tremendous showing by both runners as the Panthers have one of the best one-two punches for ground attacks in the NFL. Fantasy owners should expect Williams to remain the starter for the Panthers with Stewart getting an almost equal amount of carries as he brings a power-running element to the Carolina rushing game. These guys should be referred to as Dash and Smash as their running styles complement each other very well.

Posted: 11/9/2008 11:46pm et

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams had 19 carries for 140 yards with a touchdown during the team's Week 10 game.

The Huddle Take: Wow. Williams continues to run well and is the unquestioned starter for the Panthers over the oft-injured Jonathan Stewart. Look for Williams to continue to get good production for the remainder of the year as Carolina possesses a strong passing game that can keep opposing defenses from stacking the box to stop the Panthers running game. Williams is a solid No. 2 running back as he continues to shine in 2008.

Posted: 10/26/2008 10:46pm et

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams rushed for 108 yards and one touchdown on 17 carries in the team's Week 8 game.

The Huddle Take: Williams continues to get the starting nod in Carolina despite the presence of rookie Jonathan Stewart. Fantasy owners could do far worse than using DeAngelo Williams as a No. 3 running back who has the upside to be a No. 2 if he continues to outshine the rookie like he did in Week 8.

Posted: 10/6/2008 10:42am et

The Associated Press reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams had 20 carries for 123 yards with two rushing touchdowns Week 5. He also caught a 25-yard touchdown pass in the game.

The Huddle Take: The trio of TDs marked Williams' first trips to the end zone in 2008. He continues to share the workload with Jonathan Stewart, but in Week 5 at least he was the alpha male of the backfield.

Posted: 9/2/2008 7:41pm et

CarolinaGrowl.com reports Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams is expected to start in Week 1, but he will share carries with RB Jonathan Stewart.

The Huddle Take: From all indications 'share' means he'll give up 5-10 carries to the rookie. At least for the early part of the season look for Williams to be the primary ball carrier, though Stewart could grab the goal line touches. Williams is still a decent start if you don't have better options.