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Brian Flores and the Vikings will have a younger defense, whether Harrison Smith returns or not

Brian Flores is back for a fourth season as defensive coordinator of the Minnesota Vikings

JUNE 10 • Associated Press

Placed on injured reserve The Vikings placed Williams (ankle) on injured reserve Monday.

Impact Williams sustained an ankle injury during the Vikings' win over the Lions on Christmas Day, and his placement on IR means he won't be available for Minnesota's regular-season finale against Green Bay on Sunday. Williams served in a deep rotational role on the Vikings' defensive line while also contributing on special teams, and the undrafted rookie will finish his first NFL regular season with nine tackles (six solo) across seven games.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return vs. Vikings Williams (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's contest against Minnesota.

Impact Williams was initially listed as questionable to return to action Thursday, but his ankle injury is severe enough that he'll spend the remainder of Christmas Day sidelined. The depth defensive lineman's next opportunity to take the field will come Sunday, Jan. 4 versus the Packers in Week 18.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up ankle injury Williams (ankle) is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Lions.

Impact Williams sustained his ankle injury late in the second quarter of Thursday's divisional matchup. If he's unable to retake the field versus Detroit, both Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins and Levi Drake Rodriguez could see slight upticks in the amount of reserve defensive snaps allotted to them.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Packers' Josh Jacobs inactive against Vikings because of left knee injury

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs will miss Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings as he recovers from a bruised left knee

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Conklin and Newsome II active for Browns vs Vikings in London

Browns offensive tackle Jack Conklin (elbow) and cornerback Greg Newsome II (hamstring) were both active for Cleveland’s game against the Minnesota Vikings at Tottenham Hotspur Sta...

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Promising start to practice week Williams (hamstring) was estimated as a full participant in a practice walkthrough Wednesday.

Impact Williams didn't play Week 1 against the Bears on Monday due to a hamstring issue, but he seems to be clear of the injury. As such, he may be able to suit up Sunday versus Atlanta.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bears cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon sidelined for season opener against Minnesota

Bears cornerbacks Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon have been ruled out for the team's season opener against the Minnesota Vikings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Week 1 Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bears.

Impact Williams joined the Vikings as an undrafted free agent following the 2025 NFL Draft. He impressively made the initial roster but will be sidelined for at least the first week of his rookie campaign. Williams will likely draw very few defensive snaps upon his return.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Week 1 Williams (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bears.

Impact Williams joined the Vikings as an undrafted free agent following the 2025 NFL Draft. He impressively made the initial roster but will be sidelined for at least the first week of his rookie campaign. Williams will likely draw very few defensive snaps upon his return.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

How defensive tackle Elijah Williams, the Vikings' unlikeliest player, made the team Defensive lineman Elijah Williams, a rookie out of Morgan State who tried out for the Vikings in May, did something not even famous longshot...

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Baldy's Breakdowns: Elijah Williams Makes Early Preseason Statement For Vikings NFL Network's Brian Baldinger looks at the strong first impression that rookie undrafted free agent DT Elijah Williams made against the Texa...

AUGUST 13, 2025 • VIKINGS.COM

HBCU Star Elijah Williams Shines in NFL Debut with Minnesota Vikings organ State HBCU star Elijah Williams impresses in NFL debut with Minnesota Vikings, showcasing disruptive defense and pro-level potential.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM