Aneyas Williams is Notre Dame’s next-backup-no-more breakout candidate
In the 2026 season, Aneyas Williams has moved into the spotlight as Notre Dame’s projected lead running back after flashing big-play juice in limited snaps, including 224 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns in 2025 at 9.3 yards per carry. He brings versatility as a runner and receiver, plus the kind of patience and determination coaches love after two seasons behind elite backs. His main draw: explosive efficiency, dependable hands, and a ready-made skill set for a bigger workload. The wild card is durability and whether his surgically repaired elbow holds up under starter-level punishment.
