It was a move reported a week ago, but it has finally been announced by the team. The Arizona Cardinals announced Tuesday the signing of former Kansas City Chiefs running back Darrel Williams.
Williams signed a one-year contract. To make room for him on the offseason roster, the team released running back Jaylen Samuels.
Williams spent the last four seasons with the Chiefs after entering the league as an undrafted rookie out of LSU.
He had the most playing time of his career last season and had more than 1,000 yards from scrimmage. He played in all 17 games, starting seven. He rushed for 558 yards and six touchdowns on 3.9 yards per attempt. He added 47 receptions for 452 yards and another two scores.
He was one of only seven running backs to have at least 500 rushing yards and 400 receiving yards in 2021.
The 5-11, 219-pound back is also strong in pass protection.
He would come in to have a similar role he had in Kansas City. He would spell James Conner and give the Cardinals proven production behind him.
As he signed his deal Tuesday, he will likely be in practice for the start of the second week of OTAs on Wednesday.
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