That outing lowered Williams' ERA as a starter to 3.96. Projected to start Game 162 against the Nationals on Sunday, Williams is currently the only Pirates pitcher to make at least five starts with a sub-4.00 ERA.
Take away Williams' first start against the Dodgers on May 8, when he moved out of the bullpen to replace Taillon, and Williams owns a 3.65 ERA in his last 24 outings. The rookie has completed six innings in 12 of his 25 starts and five innings in 20 of his outings.
"It's nice to earn that trust, and go out there every fifth day and help the team win," Williams said.