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  • Sidelined in Week 14

    Williams (lower leg) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams was doubtful coming into the weekend after failing to practice all week, and his inactive status is now official. With the veteran cornerback unavailable, Ahkello Witherspoon is projected to step into the starting right cornerback spot against a Cardinals air attack missing Marvin Harrison (heel), Greg Dortch (IR, chest) and Xavier Weaver (hamstring).

    Published: Sun, Dec 7 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely missing Week 14

    Williams (lower leg) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals, Nate Atkins of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Despite head coach Sean McVay telling reporters Wednesday that he expects Williams to play in Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals, he likely won't suit up. The UAB product has appeared in 10 games this season, recording 22 total tackles and eight passes defensed, including one interception. If Williams is sidelined as expected in Week 14, expect Ahkello Witherspoon to play a larger role in the Rams' secondary.

    Published: Fri, Dec 5 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Williams (lower leg) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Barshop added that head coach Sean McVay expects Williams to play in this Sunday's game versus the Cardinals. As the Rams' starting boundary cornerback, Williams has produced 22 tackles (15 solo), eight pass breakups and an interception through 10 games.

    Published: Wed, Dec 3 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On track to suit up Sunday

    Williams (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game at San Francisco, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams sat out Week 9 versus the Saints due to a shoulder injury, but he's now in line to return to the field in Week 10. He projects to start Sunday against a ragtag 49ers wide receiver group led by Jauan Jennings and Kendrick Bourne.

    Published: Fri, Nov 7 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full

    Williams (shoulder) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: The starting cornerback was a limited participant Wednesday. Williams suffered the injury in Week 7 against the Jaguars and sat out Week 9 versus the Saints, even with the Rams' bye week in between. Now that he's back at practice, he should be trending toward a return this Sunday against the 49ers.

    Published: Thu, Nov 6 at 6:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to open week

    Williams (shoulder) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Williams is still working his way back from the shoulder injury that he suffered in Week 7 against the Jaguars and has sidelined him since. The cornerback is trending toward returning to action Sunday against the 49ers, with head coach Sean McVay saying that "the hope and optimism" is that Williams will be active, per Cameron DaSilva of USA Today. Williams will have two more chances to log a full practice before the end of the week and officially leave behind the shoulder issue.

    Published: Wed, Nov 5 at 6:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Optimism for Week 10

    Rams head coach Sean McVay said Wednesday that "the plan we had in place" is for Williams (shoulder) to return to the lineup Sunday against the 49ers, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Williams hasn't played since Week 7 due to a shoulder injury McVay called a "little setback," but it appears the starting cornerback is trending toward a Week 10 return. McVay said "the hope and optimism" is that Williams will suit up on the road against San Francisco on Sunday. With Ahkello Witherspoon (collarbone) on IR and not expected to return until at least December, Williams' return to the field will represent a notable boost for Los Angeles' defense.

    Published: Wed, Nov 5 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive for Week 9

    Williams (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Saints.

    Analysis: Williams was limited in practice all week due to a shoulder issue, and the injury is severe enough for the veteran corner to sit out of Sunday's contest. Emmanuel Forbes, Josh Wallace and recent acquisition Roger McCreary are candidates to start at outside corner opposite Cobie Durant in Williams' absence.

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Sunday

    Williams (shoulder) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Saints, Nate Atkins of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old practiced in a limited fashion Wednesday and Thursday, but it now appears that his shoulder injury will keep him on the sidelines in Week 9. Williams has appeared in six games for the Rams this season, recording 14 total tackles and seven passes defended. If he's out Sunday as expected, Josh Wallace will likely operate as one of Los Angeles' top outside corners.

    Published: Fri, Oct 31 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice Wednesday

    Williams (shoulder) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Adam Grosbard of The Orange County Register reports.

    Analysis: Williams led Rams cornerbacks in snaps in their last contest before their Week 8 bye at Jacksonville, so it's possible he picked up the shoulder injury outside of game action. Whatever the case, he'll have two more chances to manage a full practice before the Rams release their final practice report of the week Friday.

    Published: Wed, Oct 29 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 45 tackles in 2024

    Williams played in 12 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 45 tackles (31 solo) and seven pass defenses (including one interception).

    Analysis: After being released by the Jaguars in March of 2024, Williams opted to sign a three-year, $22.5 million contract with the Rams, who he played with from 2018 to 2021. He strained his hamstring during training camp in late July, which was severe enough for him to start the regular season on injured reserve. Williams made his 2024 regular-season debut in Week 5 against the Packers, and he played at least 50 snaps in the 11 games following the Rams' Week 6 bye. Williams will likely serve as one of…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 30 at 5:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets first pick of season

    Williams recorded two tackles (one solo) and an interception during Thursday's 12-6 win at San Francisco.

    Analysis: Brock Purdy threw a duck of a pass into the Rams' end zone in the fourth quarter, and Williams was able to smoothly run underneath it to preserve his team's 9-6 lead. He remains locked into a near every-down role on the boundary ahead of a Week 16 matchup against the Jets.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Secures six tackles in win

    Williams recorded six total tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 44-42 win over the Bills.

    Analysis: Williams led the team in tackles in the Week 14 shootout between Buffalo and Los Angeles, securing a season-high six stops in the victory. The cornerback has now compiled 34 total tackles (28 solo) and four passes defensed over nine games in 2024 after opening the year on injured reserve with a hamstring injury.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 6:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Taken off IR

    The Rams activated Williams (hamstring) from injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: Williams has been rehabbing through a hamstring injury he sustained in late July. His practice window opened Wednesday, and he will return for Week 5 against the Packers after practicing in full Thursday and Friday. Williams could be brought on slowly and serve as the Rams' top backup corner behind starters Tre'Davious White and Cobie Durant. Williams played in all 17 regular-season games for the Jaguars in 2023 and finished with 53 tackles (44 solo), 19 passes defended (four interceptions) and…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 5 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to suit up Sunday

    Rams coach Sean McVay said Friday that he expects Williams (hamstring) to play versus Green Bay on Sunday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams has been on IR all season but was designated to return Wednesday and logged a limited practice session followed by a pair of full sessions during Week 5 prep. The veteran cornerback started all 17 regular-season games for Jacksonville last year and will likely be a starter for Los Angeles as well upon his return. It's not yet clear how the Rams will shift their secondary to accommodate Williams' insertion into the starting lineup.

    Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice Wednesday

    Williams (hamstring) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: The Rams now have 21 days to activate Williams to their active roster before he reverts to IR. Williams re-signed with the Rams this past offseason after a two-year stint in Jacksonville, during which he recorded 86 total tackles and 35 passes defended, including four interceptions, across 34 regular-season games. He's expected to start opposite Tre'Davious White as part of the Rams' top cornerback duo once he's fully recovered from his hamstring issue.

    Published: Wed, Oct 2 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearing return

    Head coach Sean McVay told reporters Monday that Williams (hamstring) is expected to return to practice and have his 21-day window opened this week, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Williams missed the Rams' first four games this season due to a hamstring injury sustained in late July, but following McVay's comments Monday, it appears he's nearing a return to the field. McVay told reporters at the beginning of September that Williams' target return date was Week 5, and he appears to be right on schedule. If Williams' 21-day window is opened and he's able to suit up against the Packers on Sunday, he'll serve as one of Los Angeles' top cornerbacks.

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hopeful for Week 5 return

    Coach Sean McVay said Friday "the hope" is Williams (hamstring) will be ready to come off IR and play Week 5, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams will need to spend at least four games on IR while recovering from a hamstring injury he initially sustained in late July. Until Williams is back on the field, however, Cobie Durant will project to handle a starting role at cornerback across from veteran Tre'Davious White, beginning with Sunday night's regular-season opener against the Lions.

    Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on injured reserve

    The Rams placed Williams (hamstring) on injured reserve Thursday.

    Analysis: Williams pulled his hamstring in late July and will now miss at least the first four games of the season on injured reserve. It's a big blow to the Rams' cornerback group, one that was remade in the offseason with the pickups of Williams and Tre'Davious White as the team's projected starters. Derion Kendrick was already lost for the year to a torn ACL, and Cobie Durant is dealing with a hamstring issue of his own that has limited him in practice this week. The Rams have a road date with the…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 5 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited at practice

    Williams (hamstring) was a limited participant at the Rams' practice Wednesday, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams has been working his way back from a hamstring strain that he suffered in late July, ultimately opening Week 1 in limited fashion at practice. The cornerback will have two more chances to practice at full capacity before Sunday's contest against the Lions.

    Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 5:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns Monday

    Williams (hamstring) returned to practice Monday, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

    Analysis: Head coach Sean McVay told reporters Monday that Williams is also expected to play in the Rams' Week 1 contest against the Lions, indicating that he's moved past his hamstring issue. Williams is back in Los Angeles after a two-year stint in Jacksonville, where he recorded 53 total tackles and 19 passes defended, including four interceptions, across 17 regular-season games in 2023. Now that Williams is back at full health, he's expected to start opposite Tre'Davious White in the Rams' secondary.

    Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearing return to practice

    Head coach Sean McVay relayed Thursday that he expects Williams (hamstring) to "work back in" to practice next week.

    Analysis: Williams has been nursing a hamstring injury since late July, which has kept him from participating in practices and preseason games. He signed a three-year, $22.5 million contract with the Rams in March and is expected to start in the secondary at corner opposite Tre'Davious White. Williams played in all 17 regular-season games for the Jaguars in 2023, finishing with 53 tackles (44 solo), 19 passes defended, four interceptions, two forced fumbles and a touchdown.

    Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Diagnosed with hamstring strain

    Williams suffered a hamstring strain in practice Thursday and will be monitored daily, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.

    Analysis: Williams hurt his hamstring on the final play of practice Thursday, and further testing has revealed a strain. Rams head coach Sean McVay said Saturday that the team is "definitely not going to rush him back," though he didn't offer a timeline for Williams' return. If the cornerback is unable to be ready for Week 1 of the regular season, Jerry Jacobs (hamstring) -- whom Los Angeles signed Saturday -- could be called upon to start.

    Published: Sat, Jul 27 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers hamstring injury

    Williams suffered a hamstring injury during training camp Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams was seen limping after getting hurt on the final play of practice. While the severity of the injury remains to be seen, the Rams could find themselves short-handed at cornerback as Derion Kendrick suffered a torn ACL on Thursday.

    Published: Thu, Jul 25 at 7:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to Los Angeles

    Williams has agreed to a three-year contract with the Rams, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams spent the last two seasons in Jacksonville but spent the four years before that with the Rams. The soon-to-be 31-year-old was released by the Jaguars last Tuesday after recording 53 combined tackles and 19 passes defended, including four interceptions, across 17 contests during the 2023 campaign. He should step into a starting role for Los Angeles during the upcoming season.

    Published: Tue, Mar 12 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Being released by Jacksonville

    The Jaguars are set to release Williams, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams' release will save Jacksonville roughly $10 million in cap space, per Michael DiRocco of ESPN. Cutting him only leaves the team with $500,000 in dead cap, making the move an obvious one. The soon-to-be 31-year-old played extremely well in 2023, with 19 pass breakups and four interceptions across 17 regular-season games, so he should be an intriguing name on the free agent market.

    Published: Tue, Mar 5 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 19 pass breakups

    Williams finished the 2023 regular season with 53 tackles (44 solo), 19 pass deflections, four interceptions and two forced fumbles in 17 games.

    Analysis: Williams didn't have any interceptions in his first year with Jacksonville during 2022, but he picked off four passes in 2023 and also had the exact same tackle total. The 30-year-old is entering the final season of his three-year, $30 million contract and has likely played well enough to finish out the deal. However, if Jacksonville is looking for cap savings, Williams could be cut with just $500,000 in dead cap compared to his scheduled cap hit of $10.5 million.

    Published: Thu, Feb 22 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks off Flacco in narrow loss

    Williams had two solo tackles, three passes defensed and one interception during Sunday's 31-27 loss to Cleveland.

    Analysis: Williams continues to operate as a high-end coverage option for Jacksonville, though those skills don't often translate to elite fantasy production. The 30-year-old next faces the task of keeping Lamar Jackson and company contained through the air, with the Jaguars taking on the Ravens in primetime on Sunday night Week 15.

    Published: Tue, Dec 12 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores versus Atlanta

    Williams logged five tackles (four solo) and three pass deflections, including a pick-six, during Jacksonville's 23-7 win against the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Williams helped lead the way for a dominant performance by the Jaguars' defense that forced three turnovers Sunday. The 30-year-old will look to build on this strong performance against the Bills in Week 5, but he'll have the difficult task of trying to slow down Stefon Diggs.

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 6:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bound for Jacksonville

    Williams is expected to sign a three-year, $30 million contract with the Jaguars on Wednesday, Adam Schefter and Dan Graziano of ESPN report.

    Analysis: The Jaguars continue their offseason spending spree, with Williams' addition offering a notable boost to the secondary. That said, despite the cornerback's impressive on-field play, he doesn't often rack up the statistics necessary to emerge as a relevant option in IDP leagues. The change of scenery likely won't change that.

    Published: Wed, Mar 16 at 8:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Full participant Thursday

    Williams was estimated as a full participant at Thursday's walkthrough, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The cornerback is dealing with a shoulder issue, but head coach Sean McVay says that he is "pushing through" the injury ahead of the team's wild-card matchup with the Cardinals on Monday. Williams' status at practice the rest of the week is worth monitoring, though it appears he is likely to play.

    Published: Thu, Jan 13 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with shoulder issue

    Williams was evaluated for a shoulder injury Monday, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams is among a number of Rams players in the secondary either ruled out or in danger of missing Monday's wild-card matchup against Arizona. However, there's been no word on the severity of the issue, so Williams' ability to practice throughout the week will give a more realistic idea of his potential to suit up. Across 14 games this season, he racked up 71 tackles with nine passes defended.

    Published: Mon, Jan 10 at 7:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Available Monday

    Williams (ankle) is active for Monday's game against the 49ers, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams made his return from injured reserve for Week 9 and has been cleared to play Monday after being considered questionable. He played 59 percent of the defensive snaps last week and could continue building up to a full workload.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 10

    Williams (ankle) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the 49ers, Jourdan Rodrigue of the Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams has been trending in the wrong direction, as he was a full practice participant Thursday, limited Friday and couldn't practice at all Saturday. If the starting cornerback is unable to tough it out Monday, Robert Rochell would likely get the start opposite Jalen Ramsey.

    Published: Sat, Nov 13 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Friday

    Williams (ankle) was limited at Friday's practice, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams was a full participant Thursday, so Friday's limited workload is somewhat concerning. Still, the team could just be erring on the side of caution with an injury that had him previously on injured reserve. Saturday's practice report should bring more clarity to the issue.

    Published: Sat, Nov 13 at 7:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated for Sunday

    Williams (ankle) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: Williams was reported to be ready to go for Sunday on Friday, but he had yet to be activated. With this news, he should return to the field Sunday against the Titans after missing three weeks of action.

    Published: Sat, Nov 6 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should play Sunday

    Williams (ankle) should be able to play Sunday according to head coach Sean McVay, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams was designated to return from IR Wednesday and will need to be activated by Saturday to play in Week 9. Before getting injured, Williams had missed only one defensive snap all season. He will likely return to his starting role if he can play Sunday against the Titans.

    Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated to return from IR

    Williams (ankle) has been designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday.

    Analysis: Williams sprained his ankle during the Rams' Week 5 win over the Seahawks and was placed on injured reserve. He returned to practice Wednesday, which will begin the 21-day window for him to be added to the active roster. Before his injury, Williams had only missed one defensive snap this season, so when he returns, it will likely be a huge boost to Los Angeles' secondary.

    Published: Wed, Nov 3 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on IR

    Williams (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

    Analysis: The 28-year-old suffered a mild ankle sprain Thursday versus the Seahawks and will now be out for at least three weeks. In five games this season, Williams has 29 tackles and two pass deflections.

    Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely out for Week 6

    Williams (ankle) isn't expected to be available for Week 6 against the Giants, J.B. Long of the Los Angeles Rams Radio Network reports.

    Analysis: Williams suffered an ankle injury during Thursday's matchup with the Seahawks, and it may require a trip to IR, per head coach Sean McVay. His status will continue to be monitored moving forward, but for now, the expectation is that he'll be sidelined at least for the Rams' upcoming game.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 8:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Diagnosed with mild sprain

    Williams suffered a mild ankle sprain in Thursday's win over Seattle, Stu Jackson of the Rams' official site reports.

    Analysis: Coach Sean McVay said Friday that Williams doesn't have a timetable for his return, but it's encouraging that the injury is considered minor. The cornerback will have a few additional days to recover ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Giants.

    Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 7:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out with ankle injury

    Williams will not return to Thursday's game against Seattle due to an ankle injury.

    Analysis: Williams was involved in a collision with a teammate late in the fourth quarter. The good news is that he will have extra time to try to return to health for the Rams' Week 6 matchup against the Giants a week from Sunday. Prior to exiting, Williams recorded four tackles.

    Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 1

    Williams (ankle) isn't listed on the Rams' injury report Wednesday.

    Analysis: Williams was dealing with an ankle injury early in August and has just made it off the Rams' injury list. The cornerback is slated for a big role alongside Jalen Ramsey on what should be one of the league's top defenses. Williams appears to be on track to play in Sundays' opener against the Bears.

    Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 6:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to return next week

    Coach Sean McVay said Thursday that he expects Williams (ankle) to be back next week, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic.

    Analysis: Williams has been held out of practice since Tuesday due to an ankle issue, and it seems unlikely that he'll be able to suit up for Saturday's preseason opener against the Chargers. However, if the cornerback is able to return to practice next week, he'd likely have ample time to prepare for Week 1 against the Bears on Sept. 12.

    Published: Thu, Aug 12 at 5:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with ankle issue

    Williams is dealing with an ankle issue and did not practice Tuesday, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The severity of the ankle injury remains unknown, but it's something to keep an eye on as Saturday's preseason opener against the Chargers approaches. Williams is slated to replace Troy Hill as the team's starting corner opposite Jalen Ramsey, but it could be Donte Deayon and David Long seeing increased reps if Williams remains sideline for some time.

    Published: Tue, Aug 10 at 9:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to Los Angeles

    Williams signed a one-year restricted free agent tender with the Rams on Wednesday, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The Rams placed a first-round tender on Williams this offseason, a move that signaled a strong desire to keep him around for 2021. Look for Williams to head into next season as a key piece of the secondary, coming off a 2020 campaign in which he posted career highs in interceptions (four), tackles (44) and pass breakups (14) .

    Published: Wed, Apr 21 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Given first-round tender

    The Rams extended Williams a first-round tender Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: A first-round tender essentially assures that Williams will be back in Los Angeles next season, in addition to guaranteeing him a salary of no less than $4.77 million. Williams, who turned 28 years old today, is coming off the best year of his career and has emerged as a legitimate playmaker in the Rams secondary.

    Published: Mon, Mar 15 at 11:44am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notable role in 2020

    Williams recorded 44 tackles (37 solo), 14 pass breakups and four interceptions across 16 regular-season games with the Rams in 2020.

    Analysis: Williams managed career-high numbers across the board in 2020, playing 824 defensive snaps compared to 221 snaps in 2019. His 14 pass breakups tied for 12th in the NFL. The soon-to-be 28-year-old is set to become a restricted free agent this offseason.

    Published: Wed, Feb 10 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Settling into expanded role

    Williams played 47 of 49 defensive snaps and recorded two solo tackles and a pass breakup during Sunday's 28-17 loss to Miami.

    Analysis: The second-year Ram has started six of eight games and is playing the majority of defensive snaps. Williams appears locked into his extended role and ranks 15th among eligible cornerbacks, according to PFF position grades. He's probably still not a serviceable fantasy asset in most settings, though.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 6:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Williams (ankle) is active for Sunday's game versus the Bills, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Williams has a consistent role on the Rams' defense, as he's logged at least 89 percent of the defensive snaps in each game to begin the season. He's produced well, too, recording five solo tackles, a pass breakup and an interception.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday's game

    Williams (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest at Buffalo.

    Analysis: Williams operated under a DNP/LP/LP practice schedule this week, so the arrow seems to be pointing in the right direction for an appearance Sunday. The reserve corner so far has earned 46 percent of the Rams' snaps on defense through two games this season, which would fall in David Long's lap if Williams is inhibited or absent this weekend.

    Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ends season with starting duties

    Williams finished the 2019 season with 15 tackles, four pass breakups and two interceptions over 12 games.

    Analysis: Williams barely played on defense over the first 14 weeks, as he logged 175 of his 221 defensive snaps over the last three weeks since Troy Hill dealt with a fractured thumb. The 26-year-old corner allowed 9.4 yards per target and a touchdown. He's under contract for another season, but when the crew is healthy again, he projects as a special-teams player.

    Published: Wed, Jan 8 at 2:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go

    Williams (ankle) is absent from the Rams' final injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Williams logged a full workload at Friday's practice, which was enough for the Rams to consider him ready to go Sunday. Barring any setbacks, look for him to resume his usual role providing depth in the team's secondary.

    Published: Sat, Dec 7 at 9:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out for Week 13

    Williams (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Mike Jurecki of the Cardinals' official site reports.

    Analysis: Williams was unable to get on the practice field at all during the week. The Rams will be without some of their depth in the secondary for a third-straight game as a result.

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 3:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Monday

    Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Ravens, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Williams hasn't practiced since suffering the ankle injury Week 10 and will miss his second straight game. The Rams are otherwise healthy at cornerback, so the defense is unlikely to be impacted by his absence.

    Published: Sat, Nov 23 at 7:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Declared out for Week 11

    Williams (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against Chicago.

    Analysis: Williams was unable to participate in practice all week after suffering the injury in Week 10. Accordingly, the Rams will be without some of their special-teams depth.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out Sunday

    Williams (ankle) won't return to Sunday's game against the Steelers, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Williams was forced to leave the game in the second quarter, and couldn't give it a go after getting extra treatment during halftime. The UAB product is primarily used on special teams, so his absence likely won't effect the defense.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves game Sunday

    Williams (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Steelers.

    Analysis: It's unclear how Williams picked up the injury, but he was forced to exit the game in the second quarter. He'll likely get some extra treatment during halftime, but as long as he's sidelined, look for David Long to see a slight bumped in snaps.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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2025 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1HOU,
W 14-9
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2@TEN,
W 33-19
-----1.00
3@PHI,
L 26-33
2----2.00
4IND,
W 27-20
2----2.50
5SF,
L 23-26
2----2.50
6@BAL,
W 17-3
3----5.50
7@JAX,
W 35-7
1----5.50
8Bye-----0.00
9NO,
W 34-10
-----0.00
10@SF,
W 42-26
1----1.00
11SEA,
W 21-19
2-1--5.50
12TB,
W 34-7
2----2.50
13@CAR,
L 28-31
-----0.50
14@ARI,
W 45-17
-----0.00
15DET,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16@SEA,
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
17@ATL,
Mon 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
18ARI,
TBDGet Tickets
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