Kyren Williams 2024 Season Stats
Los Angeles Rams running back Kyren Williams delivered a standout 2024 season with a career-high 1,299 rushing yards. Despite ranking seventh in rushing yards league-wide, his performance was driven more by volume than efficiency.
With 316 carries, the third-most in the NFL, Williams averaged 4.1 yards per carry, tied for just 30th among running backs. Even more notably, he produced only two runs of over 20 yards throughout the entire season.
Rams Eye More Backfield Firepower
The Rams finished 29th in explosive runs last year and are focused on adding more big-play potential from the backfield in 2025. Running backs coach Ron Gould shared optimism after observing Williams during offseason workouts.
“The first thing that stood out to us was his explosiveness,” Gould told the team’s official website. “One of the things (I noticed) was just his ability to stay grounded through some of his runs that was really, really evident in the work that he’s put in, so really, really pleased with that.”
Contract Talks and Leadership
Williams is heading into the final year of his rookie deal and is seeking a contract extension. According to the team’s website, he and agent Drew Rosenhaus have maintained dialogue with the Rams’ front office throughout the offseason. Despite no agreement yet, Williams participated in voluntary workouts to support and guide the running back group.
“You talk about leadership, that’s what that’s all about,” Gould said, “So he’s done a great job of uniting the guys, bringing everybody together, and making sure that we all stay on the same page.”
Supporting Cast and Reduced Workload
Williams carried a heavy load last year, accounting for 1,299 of the Rams’ 1,765 total rushing yards. To prevent overuse and spark more big plays, the Rams may look to ease his workload in 2025. Third-round pick Blake Corum could receive more touches after just 58 carries last season, while training camp will reveal the role fourth-round pick Jarquez Hunter might assume.
Gould pointed to Hunter’s speed as a key asset for the team, he called speed Hunter’s “superpower,” which is something the Rams could use out of the backfield to help generate more big plays.
