Rams need to be smart and avoid extending Kyren Williams during offseason

Over the next year, there will be a lot of discussion on whether or not the Los Angeles Rams should extend running back Kyren Williams. While I still have your attention in the early parts of this column, I’ll preface this by saying that there is no denying Williams’ impact in the Rams offense. The question here is whether or not his impact is circumstantial and if he is a running back worth giving an extension.

That’s especially the case after the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Ravens had so much success paying Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry. Running the ball has become more important over the last few seasons. The top seven teams in rushing EPA made the playoffs as did eight of the…