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Javonte Williams' elite numbers after Week 2 prove Cowboys made right decision

The Dallas Cowboys may have found their star in the backfield after the first two weeks of the season with running back Javonte Williams.
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Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams.
Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams. | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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The Dallas Cowboys leaned heavily on their offense in their Week 2 matchup with the New York Giants, and the unit didn't let them down.

The Cowboys would earn an exhilarating 40-37 victory in their home opener behind an offense that was firing on all cylinders.

Even the run game was working for the Cowboys, which is something fans have been wary about for the last couple of seasons.

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However, it appears the team may have found a permanent number one back for the next few seasons in running back Javonte Williams.

Williams led all rushers with 97 yards on the ground in Sunday's game. The former second-round pick also carried the rock 18 times.

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams.
Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams. | Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

It wasn't just his Week 2 performance that has everyone talking. According to Dan Rogers, Williams is near the top of the leaderboards in most first downs rushed for, most touchdowns, expected points added (EPA), and highest rushing success rate.

Williams is currently seventh in rushing yards in the league with 151 yards. The Cowboys needed a running attack, and so far, Williams is proving to be the player the franchise has been looking for.

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In Week 3, the Cowboys' offense has a real chance to flex their muscles against a battered Chicago Bears team. This could be another monster performance by the offense.

Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams.
Dallas Cowboys running back Javonte Williams. | Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

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