Williams (wrist) didn't receive a qualifying offer or minimum tender from the Chargers and has become an unrestricted free agent, per the league's official transaction log.

EDGE Analysis

Williams has been a fantasy afterthought since his rookie year with the Giants when the Boston College product mustered his way to 721 rushing yards and seven scores on 217 carries. The 2014 fourth-rounder hasn't made much noise since and only earned 27 carries in his past two seasons as a backup with the Chargers, averaging 4.1 yards per tote. Given his deficiencies as a runner, it's unlikely Williams returns to fantasy relevance with whatever team he may sign with this offseason, but he's shown a willingness to play on special teams and should still be able to find an opportunity to compete for a roster spot.

Williams (wrist) is listed as a running back potentially on the roster bubble according to ESPN's Eric D. Williams.

EDGE Analysis

Williams was hardly utilized during the 2017 season, carrying the ball just nine times despite being active for eight games. A restricted free agent entering the offseason, it appears as if Williams opportunity for a larger role in the offense has fallen to the wayside, thanks to the development of undrafted rookie Austin Ekeler, and the continued improvement of starter Melvin Gordon. While nominal backup Branden Oliver is expected to depart this offseason, should the Chargers choose to retain Williams, it would likely be more so for depth, as opposed to expected increase in opportunities.

Williams (wrist) landed on injured reserve Tuesday, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams had only tallied two yards on two carries in eight games with the Chargers before racking up 23 yards on seven carries in Sunday's victory over the Redskins. However, he also came away from the contest with a season ending wrist injury. Branden Oliver will presumably take over Williams' limited role, while Austin Ekeler is the clear No. 2 running back behind Melvin Gordon.

Williams suffered a broken wrist in Sunday's win over the Redskins and is out for the season, Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com report.

EDGE Analysis

Williams joined the Chargers in Week 5 and had few offensive opportunities prior to his seven carries for 23 yards against the Redskins. Veteran Branden Oliver should take over Williams' limited role, with Austin Ekeler the clear No. 2 running back behind starter Melvin Gordon.

Williams signed a contract with the Chargers on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Williams was cut by the Chargers at the start of September after an uneventful preseason. Second-string running back Branden Oliver (hamstring) has been ruled out Sunday, and the team likely added Williams to bolster their backfield depth. The former fourth-round pick will likely see a limited role behind Melvin Gordon and Austin Ekeler.

Williams was waived by the Chargers on Saturday, Jack Wang of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Williams took 18 carries for 87 yards in a Week 17 spot start last year, but he fell down the depth chart this offseason when Branden Oliver came back strong from a torn Achilles' tendon. Oliver will serve as Melvin Gordon's top backup, with undrafted rookie Austin Ekeler rounding out the depth chart.

Williams finished Sunday's preseason loss to the Saints with 11 carries for 23 yards.

EDGE Analysis

Williams registered the most carries on the team, but all of them came in the second half along with the second-and-third string units. The former Giants' castoff seems firmly entrenched behind starter Melvin Gordon and backup Branden Oliver, but there's still a chance for Williams to earn a roster spot, with main competition for the No. 3 role, Kenneth Farrow, injuring his ankle in the later stages of Sunday's contest.

Williams re-signed with the Chargers, ESPN's Dan Graziano reports.

EDGE Analysis

A 2014 fourth-round selection, Williams was released by the Giants prior to Week 1 of last season. He then caught on in San Diego, where he was either a healthy scratch or a practice squad member until Week 17, when injuries higher up the depth chart gave him the opportunity to take 18 carries for 87 yards. Williams likely will have to compete for a roster spot in training camp.

Williams ran for 87 yards on 18 carries in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs.

EDGE Analysis

Williams took the lion's share of carries in his first bit of work of the 2016 season, just days after being elevated from the practice squad. The third-year player never caught on in New York's running-back carousel after being a fourth-round pick by the Giants, but could be worth holding onto in San Diego. He displayed the same kind of bruising style on Sunday that helped him rush for 2,177 yards as a senior at Boston College in 2013.

The Chargers elevated Williams from the practice squad Tuesday, Adam Caplan of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Following yet another running back's placement on injured reserve -- Kenneth Farrow (shoulder) -- the Chargers were again in need of a healthy body in the backfield due to the uncertain status of Melvin Gordon (hip/knee). While the team is taking a wait-and-see approach with Gordon, Ronnie Hillman will prepare as the starting RB for Sunday's season finale versus the Chiefs. Williams is thus an insurance policy in the event Gordon is unable to go in Week 17.