Sun Sep 14 19:40:00 UTC 2025: ## McVay Sticking With Williams Despite Rams’ RB Investment

**Los Angeles, CA** – Despite heavy investment in the running back position over the past two offseasons, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay seems firmly committed to Kyren Williams as the team’s primary ball carrier. This was evident in Week 1’s victory against the Houston Texans, where Williams dominated touches, carrying the ball 18 times for 66 yards and a touchdown.

While Williams delivered a solid performance, averaging 3.7 yards per carry, concerns are surfacing regarding the lack of involvement for rookie running back Blake Corum, drafted in the third round last year. Corum saw just one carry in the game, raising questions about the Rams’ strategy for utilizing their running back depth.

“We paid Williams to be our top running back and he should get that workload,” McVay said in a post-game press conference. “He’s a tough runner who we can count on, but that doesn’t mean we will ride him every game.”

While there seems to be no debate on Williams being the top running back for the Rams there is a growing concern that the Rams need to get Corum involved to keep Williams fresh throughout the season. Some analysts believe that Corum’s skill set offers a different dimension to the Rams’ rushing attack, providing a “changeup” to Williams’s style.

There is hope that Corum will see increased playing time as the season progresses, especially in Week 2 against the Tennessee Titans. However, McVay’s track record of favoring one primary running back throughout his tenure with the Rams suggests that Williams will continue to be the focal point of the ground game.

The Rams will need to find a balance between maximizing Williams’s talent and ensuring his long-term health by incorporating Corum into the offense to create a more diverse and sustainable running game. The upcoming weeks will be crucial in determining how the Rams plan to manage their talented running back room.

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