The level of optimism around Broncos running back Javonte Williams’ recovery has apparently jumped substantially in recent weeks.
So much so that coach Sean Payton said Saturday that the third-year back, coming off a major knee injury, may not only be ready for the start of the regular season but that he has a chance to be cleared for the start of training camp in late July.
“I would tell you that we expect him to be ready for the start of training camp. That’s good news,” Payton said. “His rehab is going well. I don’t want to speak for him or (VP of player health and performance Beau Lowery), but we get the daily reports.