Cowboys' Williams Signs Budget-Friendly RB Deal

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today, two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. NFL Free Agency opened with some eye-opening running back contracts. Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III signed a three-year deal worth $43,500,000 with the Kansas City Chiefs, including nearly $29,000,000 guaranteed. Travis ETN inked a four-year pact for $52,000,000 with the New Orleans Saints heading back to his home state. Earlier this week, the Dallas Cowboys resigned Javante Williams to a three-year contract, valued at $24 million, right before the market heated up. Williams had a strong breakout season in 2025, rushing for 12-1 yards and 11 touchdowns while excelling in pass. Protection, Cowboys fans and insiders see this as a major victory. Williams averages less per year than Walker's $14,350,000, or ETN's $13 million and $13,000 annually.

1:00Even solid-backed Tyler Algear, who averaged just 3.6 yards per carry last year, got $12,250,000. From the Arizona Cardinals, barely under Williams pay, despite weaker numbers. Details on Williams' deal show the first two years fully guaranteed, plus roster bonuses and some void years. His cap hit starts low at under $4 million this year, making it a budget-friendly lock for a key player. This smart early move bucks Dallas' history of late extensions for stars like Dak Prescott and CD Lamb. It might push the team to act faster on others like wide receiver George Pickens. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. Podcast hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com