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Kyren Williams

Kyren Williams is an American football running back currently playing for the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL. He was drafted by the Rams in the fifth round of the 2022 NFL Draft after a successful college football career at the University of Notre Dame. Williams is known for his versatility, featuring both rushing and receiving skills.


August 26, 2000: Kyren Williams Born

On August 26, 2000, Kyren Lawrence Williams was born. He is now a professional football running back.

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2018: Todd Gurley's 1,000 Yard Season

In 2018, Todd Gurley was the last Rams running back to surpass 1,000 rushing yards before Kyren Williams achieved this feat in 2023.

2019: Joined Notre Dame Fighting Irish

In 2019, Kyren Williams joined the Notre Dame Fighting Irish as an early enrollee and played in the first four games of the season. He then sat out the rest of the year to preserve eligibility.

2020: Named ACC Rookie of the Year

In 2020, Kyren Williams was named Notre Dame's starting running back and had an outstanding season. He was named ACC Offensive Rookie of the Year and overall ACC Rookie of the Year.

December 10, 2021: Declared for the 2022 NFL Draft

On December 10, 2021, Kyren Williams declared for the 2022 NFL Draft and opted out of playing in the Fiesta Bowl.

June 7, 2022: Suffered Broken Foot in Practice

On June 7, 2022, it was announced that Kyren Williams suffered a broken foot in practice and had to undergo surgery.

September 8, 2022: Suffered High Ankle Sprain

On September 8, 2022, Kyren Williams suffered a high ankle sprain on the first kick return in the Rams' season-opening loss to the Buffalo Bills.

September 13, 2022: Placed on Injured Reserve

On September 13, 2022, Kyren Williams was placed on injured reserve due to a high ankle sprain.

October 26, 2022: Designated to Return from Injured Reserve

On October 26, 2022, Kyren Williams was designated to return from injured reserve.

November 12, 2022: Activated from Injured Reserve

On November 12, 2022, Kyren Williams was activated from injured reserve.

2022: Drafted by the Los Angeles Rams

In 2022, Kyren Williams was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the fifth round of the NFL draft.

October 21, 2023: Placed on Injured Reserve

On October 21, 2023, Kyren Williams was placed on injured reserve due to an ankle sprain.

November 25, 2023: Activated from Injured Reserve

On November 25, 2023, Kyren Williams was activated from injured reserve after missing four games.

2024: Ranked in NFL Top 100 Players of 2024

Kyren Williams was ranked 78th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2024.