It’s too early to tell, but things may be unfolding perfectly for a Cadillac Williams comeback. The running back, who has resumed football activities after starting the season on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, is getting healthy, while starter Earnest Graham may be done for the season with an ankle injury. Head coach Jon Gruden told the St. Petersburg Times that Graham’s status is “very much in question right now.”

Unfortunate for Graham, who was a terrific story in emerging from journeyman to starter in rushing for 898 yards and 10 touchdowns last season. The Bucs rewarded him with a contract extension in the off-season, then paired him with veteran Warrick Dunn to round out a formidable 1-2 punch in the backfield.

While Williams has work to do, both to re-gain top form and to assert himself in Tampa Bay’s backfield, he clearly has the talent to do so. The aging and slightly built Dunn is no longer a true feature back, which leaves virtually all of Graham’s touches up for grabs. By the fantasy playoffs, Williams is likely to be the guy who takes them.

Former Auburn teammate Ronnie Brown also suffered a season-ending knee surgery last season, but is now back and running effectively in Miami. If Williams can pull off the same feat, a favorable run of defenses lies ahead with Detroit, New Orleans, Atlanta and Oakland among Tampa Bay’s last six opponents.

We recommend parking Cadillac in your garage and waiting for a perfect time to use him.