Garrett Williams Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Falcons vs Cardinals game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 23, 2025
Good to go vs. Jacksonville
Williams (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams had his practice reps limited during Week 12 prep due to an ankle injury, but he has been given the green light to play in Sunday's home contest. The third-year corner has logged 13 tackles (seven solo), two pass defenses and a forced fumble over his last three games.
Nov 21, 2025
Draws questionable tag for Week 12
Williams (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was limited in practice all week due to an ankle injury, and his status for Sunday's game may not be known until the Cardinals announce their list of inactive players approximately 90 minutes before the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. Williams and Will Johnson (back/hip) are both listed as questionable, and if one or both were to be sidelined, the Cardinals would turn to Kei'Trel Clark and Denzel Burke to take on more responsibility in the secondary.
Nov 19, 2025
Limited by ankle injury
Williams (ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams sustained an ankle injury during the third quarter of the Cardinals' Week 11 loss to the 49ers, which prevented him from returning to the game. His ability to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity indicates that the injury isn't considered a long-term issue. Williams would an avoid an injury tag heading into Sunday's game against the Jaguars if he were to upgrade his practice participation over the next two days.
Nov 16, 2025
Nursing shin injury
Williams (shin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams sustained a shin injury in the third quarter, and he is being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Sunday's game. Kei'Trel Clark is slated to see more snaps at the slot corner position in Williams' absence.
Nov 3, 2025
Activated from IR, playing Monday
The Cardinals activated Williams (knee) from injured reserve, and he is active for Monday's game against the Cowboys, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams has been cleared to return from a five-game absence due to a knee injury he sustained against the Panthers in Week 2. The return of the third-year pro means there will be less snaps available in the secondary for the likes of Kei'Trel Clark and Denzel Burke.
Nov 1, 2025
Questionable to face Cowboys
Williams (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Williams landed on injured reserve after sustaining a knee injury in Week 2 against the Panthers. Head coach Jonathan Gannon made it sound as if Williams has a good chance to play Monday despite logging three limited practices this week, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
Oct 30, 2025
Limited in return to practice
Williams (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Williams landed on injured reserve in September after sustaining a knee injury in Week 2 against the Panthers. He's progressed enough in his recovery to return to practice, though he'll likely have to log full practices before the Cardinals activate him from IR. His practice participation over the next two days will determine whether he's ready to return from IR ahead of Monday's clash against the Cowboys.
Oct 28, 2025
Getting designated for return
Arizona designated Williams (knee) for return from its injured reserve list Tuesday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams missed the Cardinals' last five games leading up to their Week 8 bye due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 2 versus the Panthers, but it now looks like he could be on track to play again soon. His name will be worth looking out for when Arizona releases its first official practice report of the week Thursday.
Sep 17, 2025
Bound for IR
Williams (knee) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
The 2023 third-round pick from Syracuse sustained a knee injury late into the Cardinals' win over the Panthers on Sunday that will now sideline him for at least the next four games. Williams served as Arizona's top slot corner in 2024, recording 58 total tackles and nine passes defended, including two interceptions. Kei'Trel Clark is expected to take over at slot corner until Williams is back to full health.
Sep 14, 2025
Suffers knee injury
Williams suffered a left knee injury in Sunday's 27-22 win over the Panthers, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams collided with teammate Budda Baker in the end zone with less than two minutes remaining in the game, ultimately exiting the contest thereafter. The cornerback did not return to the field, and his status will be worth monitoring at practice in the coming days ahead of the team's matchup with the 49ers in Week 3.
Jan 15, 2025
Two picks in second NFL season
Williams played in 16 regular-season games in 2024 and finished with 58 tackles (40 solo), nine pass defenses (including two interceptions) and one forced fumble.
ANALYSIS
The 2023 third-round pick played in just nine regular-season games in his rookie year while recovering from a torn ACL he suffered during his senior year at Syracuse. Williams played all but one game in 2024 and primarily as the Cardinals' slot corner. He could have that same role in 2025, though he could get some competition in training camp from rookie third-rounder Elijah Jones, who missed the entire 2024 campaign due to an ankle injury he suffered in the preseason.
Dec 29, 2024
Clears concussion protocol
Williams was evaluated for a concussion during Saturday's Week 17 loss to the Rams, but he was cleared and returned to the game, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was shaken up on a deep passing play early in the fourth quarter and was deemed questionable to return a few minutes later. The second-year cornerback was evaluated for a concussion but was ultimately cleared to return, according to Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon. Williams finished the contest with four tackles and two defensed passes.
Dec 28, 2024
Getting checked for concussion
Williams (head) is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Williams took a hit to the head in the second half of Saturday's game and is being evaluated for a concussion. Max Melton and Kei'Trel Clark could see some playing time at the slot corner while Williams is sidelined.
Nov 25, 2024
Intercepts pass in defeat
Williams recorded three solo tackles and an interception in Sunday's 16-6 loss to the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
The slot cornerback also played on at least 60 percent of the defensive snaps for the 10th time in the 10 games he's played in this season. The 2023 third-round pick has already set career highs with 37 tackles (29 solo) and six passes defensed, including two interceptions.
Nov 11, 2024
Seven stops in blowout win
Williams recorded seven total tackles (six solo) in Sunday's 31-6 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
The second-year corner was the Cardinals' second-leading tackler in Sunday's blowout win, trailing just Budda Baker's nine-stop performance. Williams has impressed in his first full season as a starter on Arizona's defense, recording 34 total tackles and five passes defended, including one interception, through nine appearances. He's expected to continue starting alongside Starling Thomas and Sean Murphy-Bunting in the Cardinals' secondary as the year progresses.
Oct 21, 2024
Cleared to face Los Angeles
Williams (groin) is active for Monday night's game against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
The Cardinals' slot corner, Williams should see plenty of action against Ladd McConkey on Monday night. On the season, Williams has 13 tackles (11 solo) and two pass breakups, including one interception.
Oct 19, 2024
Still nursing groin injury
Williams (groin) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Williams sat out of Week 5 due to a groin injury, but he was able to play through the issue in Week 6 against the Packers. It has limited him in practice all week, but given his ability to play through the injury, he should be considered on the probable side of playing Monday. If Williams ends up being inactive, Kei'Trel Clark could be utilized as the Cardinals' nickel corner.
Oct 13, 2024
Returning for Week 6
Williams (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Williams missed the Cardinals' Week 5 win over the 49ers and was limited throughout Week 6 prep, but he's returning to action Sunday. The second-year pro has recorded 11 tackles and an interception through four games, operating as Arizona's top slot cornerback.
Oct 11, 2024
Could return for Week 6
Williams (groin) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Packers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was able to log a week of limited practice sessions after missing the Cardinals' Week 5 win over the 49ers due to a groin injury. The second-year pro has emerged as one of Arizona's best corners through four games, recording 11 total tackles and one interception. If he's unable to suit up in Week 6, expect Kei'Trel Clark to serve as the Cardinals' top slot corner.
Oct 6, 2024
Officially out
Williams (groin) is inactive Sunday against the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
Williams was ruled out Friday, so this news doesn't come as any surprise. The absence of the Syracuse product will leave the Cardinals without their slot corner, and although a replacement hasn't been announced, Kei'Trel Clark is a likely candidate to handle that role.
Oct 4, 2024
Won't play Week 5
Williams (groin) has been ruled out from playing Sunday versus San Francisco, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams is dealing with a groin injury that kept him out of practice all week, and he's now set to miss his first game of the season. Per Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com, coach Jonathan Gannon said the the Cardinals "have somebody in mind" to fill in for Williams, but it's not yet clear who that may be. Williams played 93 percent of the team's defensive snaps Week 4 versus Washington.
Oct 1, 2024
Picks off Daniels in Week 4
Williams logged four tackles (three solo) and one interception during Sunday's 42-14 loss to the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
Williams made a one-handed interception midway through the second quarter on a Jayden Daniels pass intended for wide receiver Terry McLaurin, though the Cardinals' offense wasn't able to accumulate any points off that turnover. It was Williams' second-career interception, with his first coming in his NFL debut last season against the Seahawks in Week 7. Through four games this year, Williams has accumulated 11 tackles (10 solo) and one interception.
May 23, 2024
Full go at team OTAs
Williams (ankle) was a full participant at the Cardinals team OTAs this week, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams ended the 2023 campaign on the sidelines for Arizona's season finale due to an ankle injury, but the cornerback appears to be a full go ahead of his sophomore year with the Cardinals in 2024. Defensive coordinator Nick Rallis has taken notice of him at OTAs and he could be set to take a leap in his second year in the league after recording 23 tackles, an interception and two pass deflections over nine games in his rookie season.
Jan 5, 2024
Ruled out for Week 18
Williams (ankle) won't play in Sunday's season finale against the Seahawks, Bo Brack of PHNX Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams will finish his rookie season with 23 tackles (four solo) and two passes defensed, including one interception. The 2023 third-round draft pick out of Syracuse suited up in nine games (six starts) and should reprise a prominent role in Arizona's secondary next season.
Jan 3, 2024
Sidelined to open week
Williams (ankle) was a non-participant at Arizona's practice Wednesday, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams suffered an ankle injury and was forced out of the team's 35-31 win over the Eagles in Week 17, so his absence Wednesday isn't a surprise. The cornerback will have two more practice sessions to return to the field ahead of the Cardinals' season finale Sunday versus Seattle.
Dec 31, 2023
Won't return at Philadelphia
Williams (ankle) is out for the rest of Sunday's game at Philadelphia, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams walked off the field under his own power after sustaining an ankle injury Sunday, but he won't be able to return to action in Week 17. In his absence, rookie sixth-rounder Kei'Trel Clark could see an uptick in snaps.
Dec 31, 2023
Walks off with ankle injury
Williams (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game at Philadelphia.
ANALYSIS
Per Dani Sureck of the Cardinals' official site, Williams was able to leave the field under his own power, a relatively encouraging sign for him. In his stead, Divaad Wilson could be in line to see an increased workload.
Dec 31, 2023
Will be available at Philly
Williams (knee) is active for Sunday's game at Philadelphia.
ANALYSIS
Williams will suit up in Week 17 after he sat out of the Cardinals' last game due to a knee injury. He projects to start against A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and the Eagles.
Dec 22, 2023
Won't suit up Week 16
Coach Jonathan Gannon said Friday that Williams (knee) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bears, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams will miss at least one game while recovering from a knee injury, with his next chance to play coming Week 17 on the road at Philadelphia. In his stead, Starling Thomas and Kei'Trel Clark will be candidates to handle increased work across from starter Antonio Hamilton (calf) against Chicago.
Oct 24, 2023
Snags pick in pro debut
Williams registered two tackles and an interception in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Williams played in 45 percent of the defensive snaps Sunday as he works his way back from a torn ACL he sustained in his final year at Syracuse in 2022. The 2023 third-round pick could see his playing time increase over the coming weeks if Antonio Hamilton (groin) doesn't progress in his recovery.
Oct 21, 2023
Activated Saturday
Williams (knee) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams has a chance to make his NFL debut during Sunday's contest against the Seahawks, as he's listed as questionable after being activated to the Arizona's active roster Saturday. The 2023 third-round pick out of Syracuse recorded 35 total tackles, three pass deflections and two interceptions in his final collegiate season.
Oct 6, 2023
Won't play against Cincinnati
Williams (knee) will not be activated from the reserve/NFI list ahead of Sunday's Week 5 game against the Bengals, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams will have to wait another week before making his NFL debut, as he continues to recover from a torn ACL suffered last season at Syracuse. Marco Wilson and Kei'Trel Clark have been Arizona's starting corners.
Oct 4, 2023
Nearing return
Williams (knee) was designated to return from the reserve/NFI list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Williams suffered a torn ACL during his last college season at Syracuse and is now taking the next step in his return to football. The rookie corner can now begin practicing with the team and could return as soon as Sunday against the Bengals.
Aug 28, 2023
Will remain on NFI
Williams (knee-ACL) will begin the season on the non-football injury list, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was placed on the NFI in late July, as he was continuing to recover from the torn ACL he suffered last October while with Syracuse. There was some hope the rookie cornerback could be ready to return earlier in August, but it appears he's still working to get back on the field. Williams will now be required to sit out at least the first four games of the regular season.
Jul 26, 2023
Lands on NFI
Williams (knee) was placed on the Cardinals NFI list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Williams is still recovering from a torn ACL he suffered during his final season of college football. The 2023 third-round pick has a chance to compete for a spot in Arizona's secondary once he's fully recovered. In his final two seasons at Syracuse, the cornerback had 88 tackles, 12 pass breakups and two interceptions through 18 games.
Apr 28, 2023
Arizona adds in third round
The Cardinals selected Williams (knee) in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 72nd overall.
ANALYSIS
Williams (5-foot-10, 192 pounds) is recovering from an ACL tear he suffered Oct. 29, but once healthy, he should be Arizona's plug-in replacement for standout slot corner Byron Murphy, who headed to Minnesota in free agency. Williams was the best corner on a solid Syracuse pass defense, and he was constantly around the ball while piling up 64 tackles and 10 passes defended in his redshirt freshman season alone (2020).
Apr 28, 2023
Arizona adds in third round
The Cardinals selected Williams (knee) in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, 72nd overall.
ANALYSIS
Williams (5-foot-10, 192 pounds) is recovering from an ACL tear he suffered Oct. 29, but once healthy, he should be Arizona's plug-in replacement for standout slot corner Byron Murphy, who headed to Minnesota in free agency. Williams was the best corner on a solid Syracuse pass defense, and he was constantly around the ball while piling up 64 tackles and 10 passes defended in his redshirt freshman season alone (2020).
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