DeAngelo Williams: Re-Works Deal

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DeAngelo Williams: Williams has restructured his contract with the Panthers, ESPN.com reports. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Panthers restructure DeAngelo Williams

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Panthers now $8.46 million under the 2013 salary cap

Just when it appeared as though 2013 would be DeAngelo Williams' final year in Carolina, the franchise's leading rusher has restructured his contract with the team. Williams, scheduled to earn $5 million in 2013 but carrying a cap hit of $8.2 million, will still earn the $5 million, but his cap number will reflect what he earns. (Charolotte Observer)

FF Today's Take: Williams contract now includes two more years (2016 & 2017)

Panthers rework DeAngelo Williams' contract - DeAngelo Williams | CAR

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A source tells Yahoo that DeAngelo Williams and the Panthers have agreed to a contract restructure.

DeAngelo Williams agrees to restructured deal

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The Panthers and RB DeAngelo Williams have agreed to a restructured contract.  The new deal will reportedly save the team $3.2 million against the 2013 salary cap.  Carolina will also save money in 2014 and 2015.  Williams was a potential release candidate this summer, but the restructured contract will keep him around this season -- and maybe the following 2 seasons, too.  It's bad news for RB Jonathan Stewart, who will continue to share the backfield with Williams.  This past year, J-Stew averaged 10.3 carries and 37 rushing yards per game.  Williams was at 10.8 carries and 46 yards.  Both guys were outside the top-30 RBs in fantasy points per game.

DeAngelo Williams - Panthers restructure DeAngelo Williams' deal

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The Carolina Panthers restructured RB DeAngelo Williams' contract. He was in the third season of a five-year, $43 million contract and was scheduled to earn $5 million with an $8.2 million salary cap number for 2013. Williams will still receive $5 million in cash this year, but the deal has been restructured in a way that reduces his cap number to $5 million, a cap savings of $3.2 million that leaves the team $8.46 million under their adjusted 2013 salary cap number of $126.232 million. Williams was scheduled to earn $4.75 million in non-guaranteed base salary with a $250,000 workout bonus this season. Under the renegotiated contract, Williams' base salary was lowered to $850,000 and his workout bonus reduced to $150,000. The remaining $4

Panthers | Restructure DeAngelo Williams' deal

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The Carolina Panthers restructured RB DeAngelo Williams' contract. He was in the third season of a five-year, $43 million contract and was scheduled to earn $5 million with an $8.2 million salary cap number for 2013. Williams will still receive $5 million in cash this year, but the deal has been restructured in a way that reduces his cap number to $5 million, a cap savings of $3.2 million that leaves the team $8.46 million under their adjusted 2013 salary cap number of $126.232 million. Williams was scheduled to earn $4.75 million in non-guaranteed base salary with a $250,000 workout bonus this season. Under the renegotiated contract, Williams' base salary was lowered to $850,000 and his workout bonus reduced to $150,000. The remaining $4

Report: DeAngelo Williams restructures deal - DeAngelo Williams | CAR

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A source tells Yahoo that DeAngelo Williams and the Panthers have agreed to a contract restructure.

DeAngelo Williams - Panthers still open to trading Williams

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Carolina Panthers general manager David Gettleman did not rule out the possibility of trading RB DeAngelo Williams at some point.
Huddle Up: Another offseason, another round of Williams trade rumors. But with a number of RB-needy teams having already filled their needs in the draft or free agency, the more likely it appears Williams will start his 8th pro season as a member of the Panthers.

Panthers | Open to trading DeAngelo Williams

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Carolina Panthers general manager David Gettleman did not rule out the possibility of trading RB DeAngelo Williams at some point.

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, RDs 7-8

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ROUND 7

Eddie Lacy, RB, Green Bay Packers (PK73, RB28) – Everyone saw what a monster he was at the collegiate level, averaging 6.8 YPC

DeAngelo on the roster "right now"

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Panthers' GM non-committal on running back

GM David Gettleman was asked what rookie Kenjon Barner means to DeAngelo Williams, and specifically whether Williams would remain on the roster. His answer was that "you can never have too many good players at one position", but he would not commit to saying DeAngelo would be on the roster at the start of the season - calling the situation "fluid". (CBS - Charlotte)

DeAngelo Williams still in Panthers' plans?

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New Panthers GM Dave Gettleman offered this ringing endorsement on the radio Tuesday for RB DeAngelo Williams' status: "Right now, he's on the roster." As Pro Football Talk points out, Carolina could have released him already with the June 1 designation to spread out the cap hit. The fact he's still around suggests the team might just keep him. Then again, the Panthers drafted Oregon RB Kenjon Barner into an already-crowded backfield. They might still be hoping to trade Williams to a team that encounters an RB need. Fantasy owners would certainly love any move to take the shackles off RB Jonathan Stewart's significant upside.

2013 Rookie Dynasty Drafts – RB Rankings

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We don’t have a deep class of running backs this year, with starter upside. It’s probably a good idea to pass on running backs in the middle rounds of your draft if you should miss out on the first eight backs on this list.

Giovani Bernard, CIN (1st Round) -

Bernard had a hard upbringing as his mom passed away when he was a kid and he even lived with another family for a time, while his Dad went off to look for work.

I love this kid and his pass receiving skills will make him a start in PPR leagues. For now, he will have to play second fiddle to BenJarvus Green-Ellis, but expect the North Carolina star to take over the

Panthers GM says 'anything's possible' regarding RB DeAngelo Williams

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Before we let sensationalism draw you into this piece, it should be made clear that DeAngelo Williams is still Carolina's No. 2 back behind Jonathan Stewart. The point is though that the Panthers' general manager acknowledged that quot;anything's possible [and] the roster is fluid" after a discussion regarding the addition of rookie back Kenjon Barner out of Oregon. Williams had nearly 30 percent of his rushing yardage and 40 percent of his rushing TDs in the regular season finale against the Saints. Before that, he was on pace to have his worst full season since his rookie year. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Any fantasy owner who has owned Williams, even briefly, over the last four seasons already knows what I'm going to say. The former Memphis

Panthers | Cutting DeAngelo Williams will free cap space

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The Carolina Panthers could save $3.4 million in cap space if they designated RB DeAngelo Williams a post-June 1 cut. That would also add a significant amount of dead money on the 2014 salary cap.

Panthers | No guarantees for DeAngelo Williams

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Carolina Panthers GM David Gettleman would not commit to whether RB DeAngelo Williams would be on the roster. "Right now, he's on the roster," said Gettleman."...None of us know if we're going to be here tomorrow."

First Down: McFabulous days ahead for McFadden, sliding Gronk and football’s Neo Gio

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Owners who invested an exorbitant pick in china doll Darren McFadden last year are still sorely regretting it. Chucking hard inflatable balls at his dome, Mike Rice-style, would be an acceptable form of cathartic release.

When not sidelined for the 10 millionth time with a lower body ailment (last year a high-ankle sprain), the disappointing rusher appeared overly timid, lacked explosiveness and was generally terrible, an ill-fit for Greg Knapp’s zone-blocking scheme. Shockingly 82 of his 216 rushing attempts (37.9 percent) went for one, zero or negative yards. His overall yards per carry average (3.3) was the lowest of his career, by a wide margin. According to

DeAngelo Williams - Panthers' Williams available?

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There were suggestions during the NFL owners meetings that Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams could still be on the trading block, and the team did not shoot down that notion.
Huddle Up: Yes, the Williams trade rumors are gaining legs once again. At this point, though, we're going to need official league-office documentation to believe it when the RB actually is dealt ...

Panthers | DeAngelo Williams available?

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There were suggestions during the NFL owners meetings that Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams could still be on the trading block, and the team did not shoot down that notion.

Greg Olsen helps team with cap

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Panthers TE Greg Olsen became the 4th Carolina player to restructure this offseason. His money shift leaves the team about $6..6 million over the cap, according to the Charlotte Observer. But the Panthers are still expected to cut CB Chris Gamble and DT Ron Edwards. Those moves would free up $10.4 million against the cap, thus getting Carolina under the spending limit. Fantasy football owners couldn't care much less what Olsen or any other Panther is making. But Carolina is about to get under the cap without dumping RB DeAngelo Williams. His contract still far exceeds his value to the team, but that was true when he signed it. As a fantasy player, you should hope that Williams heads elsewhere. That could enable him and Jonathan Stewart

DeAngelo Williams - Could Panthers retain Williams, Stewart?

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The Carolina Panthers are hoping to keep RBs DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart even though they are $10 million over the salary cap. The team believes they can retain Williams at his scheduled $5 million salary for 2013 and his $8.2 million cap figure.
Huddle Up: It seems more unlikely than ever that both Williams and Stewart will still be on the roster with the Panthers' current cap issues, but rumors and speculation have had one or the other on the way out of town for several seasons running now, and yet they remain ...

DeAngelo Williams expected to stay in Carolina

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According to the Charlotte Observer, a league source says the Panthers hope to keep RBs DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart. It's not a total surprise. The team did give Williams a big contract with Stewart already around. But it's simply a bad financial decision and unnecessary football move. Stewart is a terrific back when he's allowed to be. Mike Tolbert is plenty capable as a backup. And another body could be added via free agency or the draft's middle rounds. Williams remains a quality player as well, but he's aging and expensive. He'll turn 30 in April and carry an $8.2 million cap number into 2013. Dumping that would provide a lot of relief to a team projected to be about $10 million over the cap. Our hope is this report has

Panthers | Hope to keep top two RBs

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The Carolina Panthers are hoping to keep RBs DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart even though they are $10 million over the salary cap. The team believes they can retain Williams at his scheduled $5 million salary for 2013 and his $8.2 million cap figure.

Report: Panthers plan to keep RB DeAngelo Williams

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Panthers running back DeAngelo Williams is due about $5 million in salary next season and will count $8.2 million against the salary cap. For a team such as Carolina that is already close to $10 million over the cap, Williams appears to be just too expensive to keep. Or maybe not. The Charlotte Observer reported Saturday that the Panthers believe they quot;can retain Williams at his current numbers." A source with knowledge of the situation told the Observer that contract restructuring is possible, but also that the Panthers "want to keep their highly paid backfield tandem intact." When asked earlier this week if the team could afford to keep both Williams and Jonathan Stewart, general manager Dave Gettleman said: "Can we keep both of

DeAngelo Williams expected back w/Panthers - DeAngelo Williams | CAR

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Citing a source with knowledge of the situation, the Charlotte Observer reports the Panthers plan to keep DeAngelo Williams for 2013.

DeAngelo Williams expected back with Panthers - DeAngelo Williams | CAR

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Citing a source with knowledge of the situation, the Charlotte Observer reports the Panthers plan to keep DeAngelo Williams for 2013.

Jonathan Stewart looking like lead back

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The Panthers reportedly sit about $10 million over the expected 2013 salary cap. It comes as no surprise, then, that they reworked the contracts of C Ryan Kalil and RB Jonathan Stewart. The Kalil move knocks his cap number from $9.85 million down to $6.4 million. The Charlotte Observer points out, however, that Stewart's reworked deal actually increases his 2013 cap number by $200,000. That sure makes it look like the Panthers are locking him in as their lead back for the coming season. Such a move only casts more doubt on DeAngelo Williams' future with the franchise. Carolina's all-time rushing leader is a candidate for release, thanks to the too-big contract the team gave him in summer 2011. The Panthers could save a reported $5

Panthers | May not be able to bring back both RBs

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The Carolina Panthers may not be able to bring back both RBs DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart next season because the team has a lot of salary cap space tied up in their backfield.

DeAngelo Williams - Panthers' Williams could be June cut

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The Carolina Panthers could consider releasing RB DeAngelo Williams in June because it would allow them to split his $9.6 million salary cap hit over the next two seasons.
Huddle Up: The Panthers have a lot of cash tied up in RBs Williams and Jonathan Stewart, and it only makes sense to trade or cut ties with one of the 2. If Williams is released, one possible landing spot is Denver with former Panthers coach John Fox.

Panthers | DeAngelo Williams could be June cut

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The Carolina Panthers could consider releasing RB DeAngelo Williams in June because it would allow them to split his $9.6 million salary cap hit over the next two seasons.

Jonathan Stewart had ankle surgery

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Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart underwent arthroscopic ankle surgery yesterday.  He sustained the injury in Week 12 and missed the rest of the season.  J-Stew should be back in time for OTAs, but durability continues to be a concern.  He's dealt with nagging foot issues foot problems since entering the league in 2008.  Stewart's 2013 fantasy value is up in the air right now.  We'll need to see who Carolina brings in to run the offense after OC Rob Chudzinski took the HC job in Cleveland.  And RB DeAngelo Williams' future with the Panthers is uncertain.  Stewart still has tons of upside if he's given a full workload.

Early Top 200 for the 2013 Fantasy Football Season

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Here’s an early look at my Top 200 for the 2013 fantasy football season. There are a number of factors that will certainly be changing over the next several months so expect to see big changes. Use the comments section at the bottom of this article to tell me where you agree or disagree.

2013 Top 200

1. Adrian Peterson

2. Arian Foster

3. Calvin Johnson

4. CJ Spiller

5. Marshawn Lynch

6. Ray Rice

7. Jamaal Charles

8. Doug Martin

9. Aaron Rodgers

10. Tom Brady

11. AJ Green

12. LeSean McCoy

13. Trent Richardson

14. Drew Brees

15.

Panthers | May be forced to make tough cuts

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The Carolina Panthers, in an effort to cut salary cap space for next season, may be forced to cut players like LB Jon Beason, RB DeAngelo Williams, CB Chris Gamble, OT Jordan Gross, DT Ron Edwards, QB Jimmy Clausen or SS Haruki Nakamura.

Championship Vinyl: A collection of Top-5 Lists

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From a very early age I've always been a list-driven person. I probably checked out Phil Pepe's "The Sports Book of Lists" from my local library 8-10 times as a kid. And I loved the Top 5-driven theme of High Fidelity, a theme I'm going to shamelessly borrow in this exercise.

Keep in mind there's no preferred order with these Top 5 lists unless specifically noted, and also accept that this is one of the most subjective of undertakings. So you like different football players or music or movies than I do? It's all good. There's no problem. That's the fun of it, the disagreements.

Have a happy and safe New Year and we'll catch you on the

DeAngelo Williams assembles highlight tape at New Orleans

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There's a good chance DeAngelo Williams has played his final snap for the Carolina Panthers. The club finally seems to realize that it's overloaded at the running back position, especially on the balance sheet, and Williams will likely be cut after the year.

If that's the case, the 29-year-old veteran put together a snappy audition tape at New Orleans on Sunday.

Williams rolled up 210 rushing yards and two touchdowns to spark Carolina's 44-38 victory at the Superdome; load up on film, there's highlights aplenty. His 54-yard jaunt in the third period jump-started a Panthers

DeAngelo Williams: Posts Career Day

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DeAngelo Williams: Williams posted a career-high 210 rushing yards on 21 carries Sunday against the Saints and added two touchdowns. Visit RotoWire.com for more analysis on this update.

Farewell? DeAngelo runs for 210 yards, 2 TDs - DeAngelo Williams | CAR

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DeAngelo Williams rushed 21 times for 210 yards with two touchdowns in the Panthers' 44-38 Week 17 win over the Saints.

Panthers | DeAngelo Williams probable

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Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams (non-injury) fully participated in practice Friday, Dec. 28, and is listed as probable for Week 17.

Panters RB Jonathan Stewart suffers injury setback

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Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart suffered a setback with his injured ankle and is very unlikely to play in Week 17 against the New Orleans Saints. J-Stew has not played in over a month and has largely been an afterthought in Carolina's offense. DeAngelo Williams, Mike Tolbert, and Cam Newton have all stepped up with big contributions in recent weeks. For example, Newton has rushed for 261 yards and two TDs since Stewart was injured. Carolina has not received much of a return of investment on Stewart after re-signing him to a six-year deal this offseason which expires after the 2017 season. FANTASY ANALYSIS: The Panthers front office really deserves its lack of success. After sinking a ton of money in two running backs, they

Jonathan Stewart held out Wednesday

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Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday.  He's "pretty hobbled still," according to HC Ron Rivera.  J-Stew is hoping to return for Sunday's game against the Saints, but that's looking unlikely at this point.  DeAngelo Williams will be a solid RB2 if he has the backfield to himself again.

Who's in and who's out of the early games in Week 16

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For the majority of fantasy leagues, this is the day a champion is crowned. For those of you vying for the pinnacle, you know what's at stake. Bragging rights, pride ... maybe something more tangible. You know what to do. Stay the course. Go with the guys who brought you here. Stay calm. As like every week, make the educated decisions and trust them. Good luck. Anyway, let's get to the early game injury concerns. A bunch of guys are dinged up, but Jonathan Stewart, Alex Green and Kendall Wright seem to be at most risk of missing today's action. Not exactly marquee names, but we'll make sure to cover all of the active/inactive news in today's early games to get you set for championship week. Players who have already been ruled out for Week

Week 16: Bargain Hunter

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Consider using these players in weekly salary cap leagues. This week's picks include Chad Henne, Bryce Brown, Reggie Bush, DeAngelo Williams, and Danny Amendola.

Week 16 – Start’em – Sit’em

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With Jonathan Stewart out of the lineup it appears we can finally trust a running back in our lineups out of Carolina. For the second year in a row DeAngelo Williams is playing his best football down the stretch, and we should expect the veteran to touch the football over 20 times this week as the Panthers are sure to roll up a big lead on the Raiders.

Week 16 Standard Rankings – QB |

Week 16 – Flex Play Rankings

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If you happened to draft Brandon Lloyd this past summer like I did, you’ve probably been shaking your head when watching the Patriots play on prime-time television the past two weeks as the veteran has looked like a Pro Bowl star. In that time Lloyd has been targeted a whopping 25-times, hauling in 17-receptions for 279-yards a score and even picking up a fumble recovery in the end zone for another touchdown.

Problem is, many of you didn’t have him in your lineup let alone on your team at this point, after Lloyd struggled throughout the season and was demoted out of two receiver sets against the Dolphins and Colts.

Outside of Wes Welker  and Lloyd

Week 16: Player Upgrades

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These players' stock is rising. This week's picks include Sam Bradford, Matt Schaub, Darren McFadden, DeAngelo Williams, and Danny Amendola.

Week 16 – RB Rankings

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For all the success Doug Martin has had in his rookie season, fantasy owners had to be disappointed and a little shocked by his numbers against the Saints last week. Playing against one of the worst run defenses in the league, Martin appeared to be a shoe in for over 100-yards and at least one score, but the Saints built up a big lead in the first half, forcing the Buccaneers to stick with the passing game.

Don’t expect the same situation this week as Tampa Bay heads back home to play the Rams. Look for St. Louis to give them a competitive game, but the game scripts will play out the way we’ve grown accustomed to seeing from this team most of the year, and

Flames: ‘Tis the season for another DeAngelo playoff run

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Each week the Noise highlights 12-13 somewhat obscure, unobvious names who he believes are destined to torch the competition. To qualify, each player must be started in fewer than 60 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Speaking as an accountability advocate, I will post the results, whether genius or moronic, the following week using the scoring system shown here. If you're a member of TEAM HUEVOS, post your Week 16 Flames in the comments section below.

Sam Bradford, StL, QB (6-percent started)
Matchup: at

Cam Newton - Newton banged up in win

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Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton (ankle, finger) completed 19 of his 33 pass attempts for 231 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions in the Week 15 win against the San Diego Chargers. He also had four runs for seven yards. Newton banged his right index finger on the helmet of San Diego Chargers DL Cam Thomas, cutting his knuckle. He said that, and the twisted ankle he also suffered, were fine.
Huddle Up: Newton definitely did his part but didn't need to be Superman with RBs Mike Tolbert (40 yards, 2 TDs) and DeAngelo Williams (144 total yards, TD) gashing the Chargers.

Panthers | DeAngelo Williams in end zone again

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Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams carried 22 times for 93 yards in the Week 15 game against the San Diego Chargers, and he added two receptions for 51 yards and a touchdown.

Sunday Scene, Week 15: Another insane line for Adrian Peterson, in an impossible season

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In the NFL, it's not often that we can accurately say we've never seen something before, that an individual or team accomplishment is completely without precedent in the league's 90-plus-year history. But at this point, I think that's where we are with Adrian Peterson.

All-Day rushed for another 212 yards on Sunday, raising his league-leading season total to 1,812. Here's the highlight run, an 82-yarder. Peterson has topped the 200-yard plateau in two of