Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan told reporters on Wednesday that running back Karlos Williams will not participate in that day's practice session, according to Joe Buscaglia of WKBW.
Karlos Williams won’t practice Wednesday, remains on fantasy benches
LeSean McCoy’s primary complement in the backfield won’t practice on Wednesday. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Williams has not practiced since exiting Week 12's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs with a shoulder injury, although Ryan expressed optimism over his availability for Sunday's game. There are still two remaining practice sessions during the week for Williams to participate in, and his status for Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles will be clearer after those conclude. The Bills find themselves at 6-6 and on the outside of the AFC playoff picture, so they need all hands on deck.
Fantasy impact: With the Bills currently sitting at eighth place in the conference, Williams' presence on the field would be a welcome one against an Eagles defense that is surrendering the sixth-most rushing yards per game in the NFL. His counterpart, LeSean McCoy, is an RB1 regardless of Williams' presence, but Karlos' absence likely propels him to a top-five option.
Williams would be a savvy flex option in deeper, standard-scoring leagues if he takes the field, but fantasy owners will have to monitor practice reports throughout the week.
