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Highlights: The New York Jets signed receiver and returner Isaiah Williams to the practice squad. Williams spent most of September as the team’s kick returner.

New York Jets News / JetNation.com / October 5

Jets Part Ways With Isaiah Williams, Sign LB Mykal Walker

In a move that most expected to happen much earlier in the week, the Jets have moved on from wide receiver/kick returner Isaiah Williams following a disastrous performance last week. Called on for his first action as a Jet, Williams lost a fumble on kick returns and then called for a fair catch on a punt at the 2-yard-line.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 2

Jets Signing RB Avery Williams To Practice Squad

The New York Jets are signing RB Avery Williams to their practice squad, according to Connor Hughes. Williams has great return ability and can help fix a problem that has plagued New York this season.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Bleeding Green Nation / August 23

Eagles-Jets snap counts: Mac McWilliams on the fast track?

The official snap counts from the Philadelphia Eagles’ preseason win over the New York Jets are in. Let’s take a look. Kyle McCord was the Eagles’ sole quarterback on Friday night.

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32 notable NFL QBs who were acquired well into the season

It's uncommon, but not unheard of, for notable QBs to change teams -- via trade, free agency, or waiver claim -- at the 11th hour or during a season. Here are the top instances of QBs relocating late and making an impact that season.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / June 14

Time To Start Thinking About Eagles' Return Game?

Buried in the book of NFL cliches, you'll find the time-tested adage of “you can’t make the club in the tub,” a nod to the idea that injuries can derail careers, never mind seasons.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / April 2

Eagles Offseason Gadget Talk Rarely Pans Out

It’s an offseason tradition unlike any other. Hype up the gadget player, and Eagles coach Nick Sirianni couldn’t resist doing it with one of the team’s offseason additions in returner Avery Williams.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / March 20

Falcons to sign returner Jamal Agnew

The team’s Avery Williams replacement has arrived. The Atlanta Falcons keep plugging away at plugging holes in their roster, this time signing former All-Pro returner Jamal Agnew to a one-year pact.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / March 15

Eagles Hint On Use Of New Acquisition

The Eagles agreed to terms with versatile former Atlanta running back Avery Williams on a one-year deal Friday. The team officially confirmed the signing Saturday and announced Williams as a return specialist.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 15

Eagles sign Falcons free agent Avery Williams

Another member of the Falcons’ first draft class under Terry Fontenot has signed elsewhere, Avery Williams, who is joining the Super Bowl champion Eagles on a one-year deal.

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2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / March 14

Eagles Sign Return Specialist

Friday has turned into special teams day in Philadelphia. Hours after the Eagles shifted gears to veteran long snapper Charley Hughlett, the team has agreed on a one-year deal with former Atlanta return specialist Avery Williams.