The Buffalo Bills waived Jonathan Williams on September 3rd in the middle of the day. Williams was the long-time backup who was believed to be McCoy’s handcuff for the upcoming season.
Months ago, the New England Patriots signed former Buffalo Bill, Mike Gillislee. Gillislee was a monster when he came onto the field for the Bills. He acquired eight rushing touchdowns, and was part of the reason that LeSean McCoy could be so successful when he was in the game; he felt comfortable leaving the field knowing the ball would be in Gillislee’s hands.
Jonathan Williams was expected to play a similar role this season, but that is not the case anymore.