Jonah Williams Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Jaguars vs Cardinals game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 14, 2025
Won't play against San Francisco
Williams (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams will miss his first game of the season due to a shoulder injury he picked up in Week 10 against the Seahawks. Kelvin Beachum is the top candidate to start at right tackle, but he is listed as questionable for Week 11 due to a groin injury, which leaves Josh Fryar and Demontrey Jacobs as the other options.
Nov 12, 2025
No practice Wednesday
Williams (shoulder) was estimated to have not practiced Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams exited Sunday's Week 10 loss to the Seahawks with the shoulder injury. His outlook for a Week 11 matchup against the 49ers appears murky.
Nov 9, 2025
Questionable to return
Williams (shoulder) is questionable to return to Arizona's matchup versus the Seahawks on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Williams exited the game in the third quarter after sustaining a shoulder injury. Kelvin Beachum would likely take over at right tackle if Williams is unable to return.
Jul 31, 2025
Healthy at camp
Williams (knee) is healthy for the start of Cardinals camp, Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was limited to just six regular-season games last season due to recurring knee issues. Now healthy, Williams is penned in at right tackle for the Cardinals in 2025.
Jun 2, 2025
Working on the side
Williams (knee) is working on the side during OTAs, Jess Root of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting right tackle was placed on injured reserve on Christmas Eve last year after aggravating a right knee injury that limited him to just six games in 2024. Williams did start all six games he appeared in, and he has started all 70 games he's played in across a five-year career with the Bengals and Cardinals. Arizona signed Williams to a two-year, $30-million deal last offseason, so the team will likely try to make good on its investment this fall.
Dec 24, 2024
Placed on IR due to knee injury
The Cardinals placed Williams (knee) on injured reserve Tuesday, Zach Gershman of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams aggravated a right knee injury during the Cardinals' overtime loss to the Panthers this past Sunday. He was already ruled out for Saturday's game against the Rams, but his placement on IR will also mean that he will miss the Cardinals' regular-season finale against the 49ers on Jan. 5. Williams started at right tackle in the six games he appeared in, and Jackson Barton will likely take over that spot for the final two games of the regular season.
Dec 24, 2024
Won't play in Week 17
Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams hurt his knee against the Panthers on Saturday and wasn't able to return to the game. Jackson Barton took over at right tackle for Williams in that contest. Though Barton has since reverted to the Cardinals' practice squad, he'll likely be elevated again Week 17 to start in Williams' stead.
Dec 22, 2024
Suffers knee injury vs. Panthers
Williams (knee) is questionable to return against the Panthers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams went down with a knee injury in the second half and it's unknown whether he'll be able to return to the field. Jackson Barton has hopped in at left tackle due to his absence.
Dec 15, 2024
Good to go Sunday
Williams (illness) will play Sunday versus the Patriots, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was added to the injury report earlier Sunday with an illness but will be good to go versus New England. The 2019 first-round pick will once again serve as the team's starting right tackle.
Dec 15, 2024
Now questionable for Sunday
Williams (illness) is questionable for Sunday's late-window matchup with the Patriots, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The starting right tackle's status will be worth monitoring as the late window approaches Sunday. Williams suffered a knee injury in Arizona's season opener and missed the next nine games, but he has started all three since returning. Kelvin Beachum is his backup.
Nov 24, 2024
Good to go against Seattle
Williams (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams will return from a knee injury that he suffered in the Cardinals' regular-season opener. Williams will take over at right tackle for Kelvin Beachum for Sunday's contest.
Nov 20, 2024
Officially activated from IR
The Cardinals activated Williams (knee) from their injured reserve list Wednesday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams has been out since the first quarter of Arizona's first game this season due to a knee injury, but it now seems that he's finally nearing a return ahead of Week 12. Kelvin Beachum has played relatively well in Williams' absence, and coach Jonathan Gannon said Wednesday that the team would "weigh all the variables" before deciding whether to put him back into his place at right tackle once he's available again, so it sounds like even if he's fully healthy for Sunday's game at Seattle, his status as a starter may not be guaranteed.
Nov 1, 2024
Ruled out for Week 9
Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Bears, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams had his 21-day practice window opened by the team on Wednesday, but he isn't quite ready to make his return to the field following the knee injury he suffered in Week 1. The offensive lineman still has plenty of time to increase his workload at practice before the Nov. 20 deadline for his activation from injured reserve.
Oct 30, 2024
Nearing return
Williams (knee) has been Ian Rapoport of NFL Network to return from injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Williams suffered the injury Week 1 and has been sidelined ever since. He'll now have a 21-day window to practice with the team before needing to be placed back on the 53-man roster. However, if healthy enough, he could return as soon as Sunday against the Bears. The Alabama product was signed to a two-year. $30 million contract in free agency to anchor the right side of the Cardinals' offensive line, so his potential return should be a significant boost for Arizona.
Sep 11, 2024
Placed on injured reserve
The Cardinals placed Williams (knee) on injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Williams was brought in to anchor the right side of Arizona's offensive line, but he'll have to miss at least the next four games due to a knee issue suffered Week 1. Kelvin Beachum will step up as the starting right tackle in Williams' stead. Per Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com, coach Jonathan Gannon said the Cardinals are still gathering information on whether Williams will require surgery.
Sep 8, 2024
Won't return Sunday
Williams (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Bills, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams left in the first half of Sunday's game after injuring his knee. Kelvin Beachum will serve as the Cardinals' right tackle for the rest of the contest.
Sep 8, 2024
Questionable to return
Williams (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bills, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
The offensive tackle signed with the Cardinals in the offseason after spending his first four seasons with the Bengals. With Paris Johnson entrenched as Arizona's left tackle, Williams moved from left tackle to right tackle after signing.
Mar 13, 2024
Heading to Arizona
Williams and the Cardinals agreed on a two-year, $30 million contract Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams will head to Arizona after spending the first five seasons of his career with the Bengals. The offensive tackle requested a trade ahead of the 2023 campaign, but ultimately stuck it out in Cincinnati. With Paris Johnson likely set to be the Cardinals' left tackle moving forward, Williams projects to take over as the team's starting right tackle in 2024.
Aug 1, 2023
Participating in camp
Williams (kneecap) participated in the first week of Bengals training camp, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
ANALYSIS
After a February knee surgery, a March trade request and a position switch to right tackle, Williams is entrenched with the Bengals' first-team offense during the early stages of camp. The former left tackle has started all 42 games he's played in over three NFL seasons. With Orlando Brown now at that position, Williams should play on the other side if he remains healthy for 2023.
Jun 13, 2023
Set to return for training camp
Williams (kneecap) noted Monday that he will be cleared in the next few weeks in time for training camp, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams underwent surgery in February for a dislocated kneecap he suffered in the Wildcard round against the Ravens. He requested a trade in March following the Bengals' acquisition of left tackle Orlando Brown, but Williams has backed off from those trade requests and has focused on his rehab and transition to right tackle for the 2023 season.
Mar 17, 2023
Requests trade Friday
Williams (kneecap) requested to be traded from the Bengals on Friday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Following the team's signing of Orland Brown on Wednesday, Williams wants out of Cincinnati. The offensive tackle has made 47 career starts at left tackle and seemingly appears to want to stay in that role moving forward. The 25-year-old would instantly become the best tackle available on the market if he becomes available.
Feb 17, 2023
Undergoes successful procedure
Williams recently underwent surgery to address the dislocated kneecap he suffered during Cincinnati's wild-card matchup versus Baltimore on Jan. 15, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Rapoport, Williams is expected to be fully cleared before June where he'll then compete throughout the offseason in hopes of retaining his starting left tackle spot come fall.
Jan 27, 2023
Remains out with dislocated kneecap
Williams (kneecap) has been ruled out for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Chiefs, per the team's official site.
ANALYSIS
Williams is now set to miss his second consecutive playoff matchup this weekend due to the dislocated kneecap he suffered in Cincinnati's wild-card victory over Baltimore. Expect Jackson Carman to draw another start this weekend versus Kansas City.
Jan 25, 2023
Not practicing Wednesday
Williams (kneecap) isn't practicing Wednesday, Andrew Gillis of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was sidelined for the Bengals' divisional-round win over Buffalo due to a dislocated kneecap he suffered against the Ravens in the wild-card round. He's not trending in the right direction, but he'll have two more chances to practice before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Chiefs. If Williams remains sidelined, Jackson Carman would presumably retain his spot as the starting left tackle.
Jan 20, 2023
Unable to play this weekend
Williams (kneecap) has been ruled out for Sunday's AFC divisional-round matchup against the Bills, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams won't be in available versus Buffalo on Sunday due to the dislocated kneecap he sustained against Baltimore the week prior. Jackson Carman currently appears like the next man up to fill Cincinnati's vacated left tackle position this weekend.
Jan 18, 2023
Doesn't practice Wednesday
Williams (kneecap) didn't practice Wednesday, Andrew Gillis of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams dislocated his kneecap during the Bengals' wild-card win over Baltimore and is considered week-to-week, but head coach Zac Taylor said Wednesday that every day is a step in the right direction, per Andrew Gillis of The Cleveland Plain Dealer. It appears the 2019 first-round pick is a long shot to play in Sunday's divisional-round matchup against Buffalo, but Williams still has two more chances to log practice activity before the Bills need to make a decision on his status.
Jan 16, 2023
Dealing with dislocated kneecap
Williams sustained what is believed to be a dislocated kneecap during Sunday's win over the Ravens, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams departed Sunday's wild-card victory over Baltimore with what has since been revealed as a dislocated kneecap, leaving his availability for next weekend's AFC divisional matchup versus Buffalo in question. Should the 312-pounder eventually miss time, D'Ante Smith would be next in line to start at left tackle
Jan 15, 2023
Won't return Sunday
Williams (knee) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's wild-card matchup against Baltimore.
ANALYSIS
Williams sustained his knee injury in the second quarter of Sunday's game and will be unavailable down the stretch. Jackson Carman should see increased playing time for the Bengals during the second half.
Jan 15, 2023
Questionable to return
Williams is questionable to return to Sunday's wild-card matchup against the Ravens due to a left knee injury.
ANALYSIS
Williams limped to the locker room late in the first half of Sunday's game, and it's unclear whether he'll be available down the stretch. If he's unable to return, Jackson Carman will likely see increased playing time for Cincinnati.
Oct 16, 2022
Will play Sunday
Williams (knee) is active Sunday against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Williams suffered an MCL sprain the team's Week 5 loss to the Ravens, but he'll be able to take the field against New Orleans. The 24-year-old's quick recovery is a boon to the Bengals offensive line, and Burrows' likelihood to stay upright Sunday.
Oct 16, 2022
Should play Week 6
Williams (knee), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in New Orleans, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Even though he suffered an MCL sprain in the Week 5 loss to the Ravens and managed only one limited practice this week, the left tackle looks as though he'll be on track to play. Williams' ability to suit up will be a boon for the Bengals' passing attack, given that he protects quarterback Joe Burrow's blind side.
Oct 10, 2022
Day-to-day with MCL sprain
Coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Williams (knee) is considered day-to-day, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams missed six snaps during Sunday night's loss at Baltimore as he dealt with the MCL sprain. The status of Cincinnati's starting left tackle will certainly be one to monitor ahead of a Week 6 matchup against Cameron Jordan and the Saints.
Apr 30, 2022
Bengals pick up option
The Bengals have picked up Williams' fifth-year option, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams, the No. 11 overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, is now set to make $12.6 million in 2023. He projects to protect Joe Burrow's blind side for at least the next two seasons.
Nov 9, 2021
Lands in LA
Williams was signed to the Rams' practice squad Tuesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams was with the Rams earlier this season but was waived in early November. He was claimed by Minnesota but then failed a physical and will now land back on the Rams' practice squad. In eight games this season with Los Angeles, Williams has recorded five tackles in eight games.
Nov 4, 2021
Fails physical
Williams was waived by the Vikings on Thursday after a failed physical, Craig Peters of the Vikings' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams had just been claimed off waivers from the Rams on Wednesday. It is not yet known why Williams failed the physical, but he had just played Sunday for the Rams against the Texans. Williams will now try to get healthy and catch on somewhere else.
Dec 9, 2020
Shifts to IR
The Bengals placed Williams (knee) on injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Williams was carted off the field in last week game against the Dolphins with the knee injury, and as evidenced by this news, he'll be out a minimum of three weeks. It's likely that the Bengals will keep their prized 2019 first-round pick out the remainder of the season, so Hakeem Adeniji will assume the starting left tackle role as long as Williams is sidelined.
Dec 6, 2020
Carted off with knee injury
Williams has been carted off the field with a knee injury and declared out for the remainder of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
In a two-possession deficit with backup quarterback Brandon Allen under center, Cincinnati will now also be without its No. 1 blindside protector for the remainder of Week 13. In steps Hakeem Adeniji at the left tackle spot, with Cincinnati finding itself in hurry-up mode for the remainder of the contest.
Nov 15, 2020
Ready for Week 10
Williams (stinger) is active for Sunday's game at Pittsburgh, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams suffered the stinger Oct. 25 against the Browns but is ready to retake the field this weekend. The 22-year-old should reclaim the starting spot at left tackle for the Bengals.
Nov 13, 2020
Tagged as questionable
Williams (stinger) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bengals have already ruled out right tackle Bobby Hart (knee), and they could be without Williams depending on how he progresses this weekend. Hakeem Adeniji will play at right tackle if Williams plays, and he'll likely start at left tackle if Williams sits out, bumping Keaton Sutherland to the right tackle position.
Oct 30, 2020
Ruled out Week 8
Williams (neck) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Titans, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams is dealing with a stinger. He's one of three starting offensive linemen ruled out for Sunday, joining right tackle Bobby Hart (knee) and center Trey Hopkins (concussion) on the sidelines. Hakeem Adeniji is expected to start at left tackle in Williams' place.
Oct 26, 2020
Deemed day-to-day
Coach Zac Taylor said Monday that Williams is day-to-day after suffering a neck injury during Sunday's win over the Bengals, Tyler Dragon of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams didn't return to the game after he departed, and he's in danger of missing next Sunday's game against the Titans. Taylor provided a favorable timeline, however, signaling that it may have just been a stinger. We'll have a better idea of his status when the team reveals its first injury report of the week Wednesday.
Oct 25, 2020
Suffers neck injury
Williams exited Sunday's game against the Browns with a neck injury.
ANALYSIS
Williams suffered the injury during the first half and is unlikely to return. Fred Johnson will work at left tackle for the Bengals in his absence.
Oct 9, 2020
Good to go Sunday
Williams (shoulder) practiced fully Friday and will play in Sunday's game versus the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
Williams landed on the injury report Wednesday, but he seems to be fine and will start at left tackle and protect rookie quarterback Joe Burrow's blindside for a fifth straight game.
Oct 7, 2020
Limited practice Wednesday
Williams (shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Williams hasn't previously been on the injury report, and is a key starter on the Bengals' offensive line. We'll see whether he ramps up his activity later in the week.
Jun 28, 2020
Hopeful to bolster O-line
Williams (shoulder) is expected to provide a significant boost for the Bengals' offensive line in 2020, Tony Mejia of NJ.com reports.
ANALYSIS
After spending his entire rookie season on the PUP list due to a torn labrum and only being cleared to practice in December, Williams is expected to take over as the starter at left guard for 2020. The 2019 first-round pick showcased outstanding technique and refinement at Alabama, offering reason for optimism that he could provide a tangible boost for the offensive line, though an offseason with shortened in-person activities could also work to his detriment.
Dec 12, 2019
Cleared to practice
The Bengals have cleared Williams (shoulder) to resume practicing with the team Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Williams has spent the entire season on the PUP list after suffering a torn labrum in June. While the rookie first-round pick isn't expected to return to the active roster or participate in game action this season, according to Jay Morrison of The Athletic, he'll at least benefit from getting some practice reps in. The Alabama product projects to take over at left tackle for Cincinnati in 2020.
Dec 2, 2019
Unlikely to return in 2019
Coach Zac Taylor said Williams (shoulder) isn't expected to return from the PUP list this season, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The Bengals picked Williams in the first round (11th overall) of the 2019 NFL Draft, but he underwent surgery to repair a torn labrum in July and is slated to miss his entire rookie campaign. Cordy Glenn and Bobby Hart are expected to remain the starting tackles for the remainder of the Bengals' disappointing campaign.
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