Evan Williams - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Ready for Week 15 Williams (concussion) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday night's matchup against the Seahawks, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact The rookie safety from Oregon sustained a concussion in the Packers' Week 14 loss to the Lions, but he was able to practice in full both Thursday and Friday and has now cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, per Hodkiewicz. Williams has recorded 45 total tackles, three passes defended and one forced fumble through his first 12 games in the NFL. He's expected to serve as the Packers' top strong safety in Week 15.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Full practice Thursday Williams (concussion) was a full participant at the Packers' practice Thursday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams was able to increase his participation at practice Thursday after opening the week with a limited session Wednesday. The safety has yet to clear concussion protocol according to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic, but Thursday's practice is a massive step forward. Williams will look to clear protocol in time to play in Sunday night's matchup with the Seahawks.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Wednesday Williams (concussion) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams exited Green Bay's Week 14 contest versus the Lions early due to a concussion. That was a Thursday game, so he's had more time than usual to try to recover. Williams will need to clear the NFL's concussion protocol in order to be able to suit up Sunday against Seattle. If he can't play, Zayne Anderson could see an uptick in defensive snaps, as he did against Detroit.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers concussion on TNF Williams (concussion) has been ruled out for the rest of Thursday night's contest versus the Lions, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Williams suffered the concussion in the first half of the game, bringing his night to a premature end. Javon Bullard will likely continue to handle the bulk of the work at strong safety in his absence.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for concussion Williams (head) left in the first half of Thursday's game against the Lions and is being evaluated for a concussion, Ryan Wood of USA Today reports.

Impact Williams suffered a blow to the head in the first half of the contest, placing doubt on his ability to return to the game. In his absence, Javon Bullard stands to see the bulk of the work at strong safety versus Detroit.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Week 12 Williams (hamstring) was a full practice participant in Friday's session and does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the 49ers, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packer...

Impact Williams returned in Week 11 from a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury. After starting the week with consecutive limited practices, Williams finished off strong with a full session Friday and will be good to go for Week 12. The rookie fourth-round safety has logged 34 tackles (23 solo), three pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble over nine regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Begins week as limited Williams (hamstring) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams played through his hamstring issue in the Packers' Week 11 win over the Bears, recording six total tackles across 67 defensive snaps. This suggests that Wednesday's limited session is most likely precautionary; however, the rookie safety could be in jeopardy of missing the Week 12 matchup against the 49ers if he downgrades to no participation Thursday or Friday.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Mic'd Up: Evan Williams Green Bay Packers S Evan Williams wore the mic in the NFC North matchup against the Chicago Bears.

NOVEMBER 19 • PACKERS.COM

Returning for Week 11 Williams (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against Chicago, Mike Spofford of the Packers' official site reports.

Impact Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Week 8 against the Jaguars, which was severe enough for him to be inactive against the Lions in Week 9. The rookie fourth-round pick benefited from additional rest courtesy of the Packers' Week 10 bye, however, as he was able to log limited practices all week and will play Sunday. He will reclaim his starting spot at strong safety alongside free safety Xavier McKinney.

NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Week 11 Williams (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams got in three limited practices this week after being inactive for Week 10 against the Lions. Williams will look to draw back into the starting lineup versus Chicago. He has 28 tackles (18 solo), one interception and one forced fumble on the season.

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Wednesday Williams (hamstring) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday.

Impact Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Week 8 against the Jaguars, which was severe enough for him to be sidelined against the Lions in Week 9. The issue seems to have lingered beyond the Packers' Week 10 bye as Williams was limited in the first practice of the week, but the rookie fourth-round pick will have two more chances to increase his practice participation ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Some promise of returning Sunday Coach Matt LaFleur said Monday that he was optimistic Williams (hamstring) would be able to play in Week 11 at Chicago, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Williams spent the Packers' last game before their bye on the sidelines due to a hamstring issue he picked up in Week 8 at Jacksonville, but there's hope that will be the only game he'll have to miss as he recovers. His name will be one to watch for when Green Bay releases its first official practice report of the week Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in Week 9 Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams sustained a hamstring injury in the Packers' Week 8 win over the Jaguars and was unable to practice throughout the week, making it no surprise that he'll be sidelined Sunday. Expect Green Bay to move Javon Bullard from the slot to safety to start alongside Xavier McKinney in Williams' stead.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Williams missed Wednesday's practice due to a hamstring injury.

Impact Williams sustained a hamstring injury in the first half of the Packers' Week 8 win over the Jaguars and did not return. Wednesday's DNP suggests the rookie safety from Oregon could be in jeopardy of missing Green Bay's Week 9 matchup against the Lions. Williams likely needs to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday in order to suit up Sunday.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return vs. Jacksonville Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

Impact Williams injured his hamstring late in the first half of Sunday's game, and it is severe enough for the rookie fourth-rounder to be sidelined for the rest of the contest. Javon Bullard has shifted over to safety while Keisean Nixon has come in as the slot corner.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Williams (hamstring) is questionable to return to Green Bay's game versus the Jaguars, Rob Demovsky of ESPN reports.

Impact Williams suffered a hamstring injury late in the first half of Sunday's matchup. With the 23-year-old currently sidelined, Javon Bullard has shifted over to safety and Kesean Nixon is now serving as the team's slot corner.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Evan Williams credits 'taking little things' from vets in locker room for rookie success Packers safety Evan Williams spoke to the media on Wednesday about his early success on the field and his experience so far this season.

OCTOBER 23 • PACKERS.COM

Continues impressive campaign Williams recorded nine total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 24-22 win over the Texans.

Impact Williams led the Packers in total tackles once again in Week 7, bringing his season total up to 26 tackles. The 2024 fourth-round pick hasn't looked back since earning his first start in Week 5's win over the Rams, playing 100-percent of the Packers' defensive snaps in two of his last three games. Expect Williams to continue starting alongside Xavier McKinney in what now appears to be one of the best safety duos in the NFL.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Evan Williams forces a fumble and Jaire Alexander recovers | Packers vs. Cardinals Green Bay Packers CB Jaire Alexander recovers an Arizona fumble forced by S Evan Williams during Sunday's Week 6 game at Lambeau Field.

OCTOBER 13 • PACKERS.COM

Impresses in first NFL start Williams recorded 10 total tackles (four solo) and defended two passes in the Packers' 24-19 win over the Rams.

Impact The 2024 fourth-round pick made the first start of his young NFL career Sunday, as Green Bay shifted Keisean Nixon to outside corner and moved Javon Bullard to nickel in the absence of Jaire Alexander (groin). Williams took full advantage of his increased opportunities in Week 5, leading the Packers' defense in total tackles and tying Xavier McKinney for the lead in passes defended. Don't be surprised if Williams sees more work with the Packers' first-team defense moving forward, regardless of the injuries Green Bay's defense is dealing with.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Evan Williams with his first career interception to seal the game | Packers vs. Colts Green Bay Packers S Evan Williams intercepts a pass from Indianapolis Colts QB Anthony Richardson in the final seconds of Sunday's Week 2 ga...

SEPTEMBER 15 • PACKERS.COM

Evan Williams on 'momentum-changing' forced fumble vs. Browns Green Bay Packers safety Evan Williams spoke with the media after the team's preseason win over the Cleveland Browns.

AUGUST 11 • PACKERS.COM

Evan Williams on 'momentum changing' forced fumble vs. Browns

AUGUST 11 • YOUTUBE

Evan Williams punches the ball out and the Packers' defense recovers | Packers vs. Browns Green Bay Packers S Evan Williams forces a fumble by Cleveland Browns RB John Kelly Jr. and LB Kristian Welch recovers the ball during Satur...

AUGUST 10 • PACKERS.COM

Evan Williams on Xavier McKinney: 'He's such a cerebral football player' Green Bay Packers S Evan Williams spoke with the media following Wednesday's training camp practice.

AUGUST 7 • PACKERS.COM

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