A 92-tackle, two-interception, five-passes defensed season doesn’t ostensibly read like a stat line for a player who thinks he isn’t suited for his team. But Dallas Cowboys safety Roy Williams isn’t happy, if the telephone game-style claims are to be believed, as his fair numbers belie the fact that he apparently feels like a pickup truck being used to drag race. What helps Williams’ case is that he has a point: While it may be an exaggeration to say he doesn’t belong, the truth is that he could be used in a method more fitting to his talents.
Williams’ alleged carping regarding his misfit status in Dallas’ 3-4 scheme might not be imaginary. As a forcible, relatively bulky 225-pound strong safety, he’s better at pursuing rushers searching for lanes and quarterbacks praying for time than tight ends running routes. Allowing him more freedom to hover close to the trenches seems judicious, as it would complement his strengths. He has the potential to significantly increase his career total of 6.5 sacks and also make more early run stops.
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