BRANDON WILLIAMS NEWS

Retires from NFL Williams announced his retirement Tuesday.

Impact Williams was drafted by Baltimore in the third round of the 2013 NFL Draft, which is where he spent the first nine years of his NFL career before playing five regular-season games with Kansas City in 2022. Williams' most productive season came in 2015, when he registered 53 tackles (35 solo), including 2.0 sacks, two pass breakups and one forced fumble through 16 regular-season games. Williams finishes his 10-year NFL career having played 128 regular-season games (114 starts) while accruing 325 tackles, including 7.0 sacks, 11 pass breakups, five fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Now with active roster Williams was signed to the Chiefs' 53-man roster Thursday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

Impact Williams signed with the team's practice squad Nov. 30 with the expectations of a quick move to the active roster. The former Raven has yet to play this season, but he should at least bolster the team's depth at defensive tackle. It's unclear how large of a role he'll have, especially early on, but he should suit up Sunday against the Broncos.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Piles up double-digit stops Williams had 11 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 20-19 loss to the Steelers.

Impact Through seven appearances leading up to Week 13's loss, Williams hadn't recorded a single game with more than three tackles, so Sunday's explosion onto the IDP fantasy radar came out of left field. The veteran nose tackle isn't normally a strong candidate for fantasy utility, but he is set for a strong matchup against a run-heavy Browns offense Week 14.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active Sunday night Williams (shoulder) is active for Sunday night's game against Cleveland.

Impact Williams put in two limited practices during the week before sitting out Friday, but that appears to have been simply a rest day. He'll return after a three-game absence.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable after missed practice Williams (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns.

Impact Williams was unable to participate in practice Friday, suggesting that he's likely in line for a fourth consecutive absence come Sunday. The questionable tag gives him some hope, though, so Williams' status will bear monitoring ahead of the clash between AFC North rivals. Having Williams on the interior of the defensive line would undoubtedly help the Ravens slow Cleveland's potent rushing attack.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Williams (shoulder) will remain sidelined for Sunday's game against the Bears.

Impact Williams' absence will mark his third straight game missed due to a shoulder injury. As a result, Justin Ellis should presumably again see an increased role.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Williams (shoulder) is inactive for Thursday's game against Miami.

Impact Williams is set to miss his second consecutive game due to the shoulder issue, and his status remains uncertain given that he did not practice Wednesday. Justin Ellis should take over an increased role in Williams' absence.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Week 9 Williams (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Vikings.

Impact Williams was able to log a limited practice Friday after not practicing Wednesday or Thursday, but he will still be sidelined Sunday. Justin Ellis is expected to start at nose tackle for the Ravens, while Kahlil McKenzie and Broderick Washington will likely see increased snaps from their reserve roles.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Activated off COVID-19 list The Ravens activated Williams from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Luke Jones of WNST reports.

Impact Williams was deemed a close contact to Jaylon Ferguson -- who tested positive for COVID-19 -- and was inactive for Sunday's contest against the Lions. The 32-year-old was also dealing with a minor neck injury that he sustained in Week 2, so he still has to clear that before he can get back into the mix against Denver in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Williams is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Kansas City due to a neck strain.

Impact Williams didn't have a significant impact early in Sunday's Week 2 matchup, and he was banged up in the third quarter. Justin Ellis should see additional work while the 32-year-old is sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to stay with Ravens Ravens GM Eric DeCosta said Tuesday that he expects Williams to remain with the Ravens for the 2021 season, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The Ravens would free up roughly $7.5 million in salary-cap space by cutting Williams outright, but DeCosta believes Williams is a key part of the team's defense. The 32-year-old nose tackle started all 13 games that he played last season, posting 33 tackles and two pass breakups.

MARCH 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Week 13 Williams (ankle) is active for Tuesday's game against the Cowboys.

Impact Williams received the questionable tag due to the ankle injury, but he'll return to the field after missing the past two games. The 31-year-old should return to his starting role at nose tackle for the Ravens.

DECEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Tuesday Williams (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Cowboys, is expected to play, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Williams has missed the Ravens' last two games, sitting out the team's Week 11 loss to the Titans with the ankle injury and then missing the Week 12 loss to the Steelers after landing on the reserve/COVID-19 list. He's since been reinstated from the list, but Williams was troubled enough by the ankle issue in practice this week for the Ravens to designate him as questionable. Fortunately for the Ravens, the run-stuffing defensive tackle looks like he'll be able to pay, but official confirmation on his availability won't come until the team releases its inactive list approximately 90 minutes before the 8:05 p.m. ET kickoff.

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Steelers.

Impact The 31-year-old was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list earlier Tuesday, but the ankle injury will prevent him from being available for Wednesday's divisional matchup. Justin Ellis is poised for another start at nose tackle in Williams' absence.

DECEMBER 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lifted from COVID list The Ravens activated Williams (ankle) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Ryan Mink of the team's official site reports.

Impact Williams missed last week's game against the Titans because of an ankle injury, and there's no evidence that he's recovered from that issue, as he didn't practice at all last week after being listed as a high-risk close contact to an infected person. However, if his ankle is healthy enough, Williams is expected to start at nose tackle in Wednesday's matchup against the Steelers.

DECEMBER 1, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on COVID-19 list Williams (ankle) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Aaron Kasinitz of PennLive.com reports.

Impact The 31-year-old missed Sunday's loss to the Titans with the ankle injury, but he'll now be on the COVID-19 list for at least five days as a high-risk close contact of an infected individual. Justin Ellis is poised for another heavy workload in Williams' absence Thursday versus the Steelers.

NOVEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Tennessee Williams (ankle) is inactive heading into Sunday's matchup against the Titans, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams emerged from the practice week listed as doubtful, and it's now been confirmed the 2018 Pro Bowler will be unavailable Week 11. He hurt his ankle on Sunday Night Football against the Patriots, opening the door for Justin Ellis to garner a season-high 47 defensive snaps in the contest. Williams' next opportunity to suit up will come Thanksgiving night against Pittsburgh.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Sunday Williams (ankle) isn't expected to play Sunday against Tennessee, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact The 31-year-old didn't practice this week and is officially listed as doubtful, and he apparently hasn't progressed much since the release of Friday's injury report. The Ravens are also expected to be without Calais Campbell (calf). Justin Ellis is poised to receive the start at nose tackle, assuming Williams is inactive.

NOVEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed doubtful for Sunday Williams (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Titans.

Impact Williams departed early in last week's loss to the Patriots, and he's expected to miss his second game of the season this Sunday. Calais Campbell (calf) is also doubtful, so the Ravens' defensive line likely will function without two of its three starters, making it susceptible to a Derrick Henry explosion. Justin Ellis is expected to start in Williams' place at nose tackle.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

May miss time Coach John Harbaugh said Monday that Williams (ankle) could miss Sunday's game against the Titans, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Harbaugh didn't reveal the nature of the injury that Williams suffered in Sunday's loss to the Seahawks, but it's clear that he's in danger of missing time. The Ravens may wait until after the practice week is complete before making a decision. Justin Ellis is next up at nose tackle if Williams is ruled out.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against New England, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

Impact Williams exited in the first half and was officially ruled out soon after halftime. He'll hope to heal up in time to face the Titans in Week 11, with Justin Ellis filling in on the interior of Baltimore's defensive line in the meantime.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts ankle on SNF Williams (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Impact Williams' departure leaves the Ravens thin on the defensive line with Calais Campbell (calf) inactive. Justin Ellis should take over at nose tackle as long as Williams remains sidelined.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Activated by Ravens Williams was activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list by Baltimore on Thursday.

Impact Williams had close contact with a person infected with the illness and did not actually test positive himself, so the fact that he was activated so quickly is a great sign. Now healthy, expect the veteran to assume his usual starting nose tackle role in Sunday's game against the Steelers.

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on reserve/COVID-19 list Williams was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Williams had close contact with a person infected with the illness and did not actually test positive himself according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Still, the NFL's protocol rules dictate that he will have to be isolated for at least five days. As a result, the starting nose tackle's absence Sunday should result in more snaps for Justin Ellis in the middle.

OCTOBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Restructures contract Williams and Baltimore have agreed to terms on a restructured contract with a base value of $8.25 million over the next two years, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Impact Williams' restructured deal includes $8.25 million guaranteed. He previously carried a $19 million salary over the next two seasons, without any guarantees, so this move frees up $3 million in cap space for the Ravens. The 31-year-old defensive tackle is locked in for his usual starting role Sunday against the Browns.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE