On Sunday night, Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams had an incredible performance where he looked like his 2023 All-Pro self, dodging defenders on his way to an outstanding evening. As both a running back and receiver, Williams totaled 158 yards
Becoming more of a dual-threat player, Williams' skill is a great benefit to the Rams' offensive operation. However, with only one ball, it's a balance to scheme up opportunities for Williams while feeding the rest of the roster. Already challenging enough, doing that while remaining consistent is a different level of difficulty, something Los Angeles mastered.
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Rams head coach Sean McVay spoke on Monday regarding that balance, saying Williams' durability
and production allow the team to put more faith in him. His presence and playmaking ability keep defenders on their toes, while also keeping the offense ahead of the chains.
“I think it depends on being able to stay on the field," said McVay. "He was a stud. I thought his emotional energy was outstanding and his production. He's just such a competitor. I love everything that guy's about. I do think it's important to get a feel and ride the hot hand. You know the confidence that I have in Blake [Corum], but I thought he was able to bring a lot of really cool things to life.
"I thought he got everything and that much more on some of his runs and then made a bunch of big-time plays in the pass game. Really some of the plays he made in the pass game, particularly on that second two-minute drive, were key and critical and gave us an opportunity to even be able to win the game when I think a lot of the percentages were stacked against you. He was one of those guys that gave us a chance. I love that guy and everything he's about and want to continue to have him be a focal point of what we're doing moving forward.”
Williams is off to another fast start. He's the team's leading rusher and second-leading receiver behind Davante Adams statistically. With over 200 rushing yards already to his name, all Williams needs to do is average a little over 57 yards per game for the rest of the season to achieve his fourth straight 1,000-yard campaign.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: Sean McVay wants Kyren Williams to keep being 'focal point' of Rams offense
