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All Williams hears from fans, scouts and the media is that he's a liability in pass coverage. He also hears that he's not making as many impact plays this season. To the Cowboys coaches, Williams is doing his job.
"He's played fine," defensive coordinator Brian Stewart said.
Over the next three weeks, starting Sunday night in Philadelphia, Williams' abilities will be tested.
And his critics will be watching.
On occasion, Williams will have to cover Eagles tight end L.J. Smith and possibly running back Brian Westbrook. The next week, there's New York Giants tight end Jeremy Shockey, and when Washington comes to Texas Stadium on Nov. 18, Williams takes on tight end Chris Cooley.
But when Williams has gone against the NFC East, he's had success.
Of his 19 career interceptions, six have come within the NFC East. His three interception returns for touchdowns are against the NFC East.


Free safety Ken Hamlin's presence will allow Williams to move closer to the line of scrimmage, giving him an opportunity to make impact plays.
When linebacker Kevin Burnett is in the nickel package, Williams also plays as a linebacker. In that situation, Williams can blitz or drop back in zone pass coverage.
Williams has been getting fewer opportunities to make plays because injuries on the Cowboys defense have forced him to do other things, and teams aren't directing as many passes toward him.


Williams is still considered a Pro Bowler among offensive coaches across the league; the next three weeks could prove that.

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