Tyleik Williams - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Available through rookie year Williams ended the 2025 regular season with 18 tackles (eight solo), including 1.0 sacks, and four passes defensed over 17 games.

Impact Williams did not miss a game this season. The 2025 first-round defensive tackle was a reliable rotational piece behind starters Alim McNeil and DJ Reader, often sharing snaps with fellow defensive lineman Roy Lopez. With Reader becoming an unrestricted free agent this offseason, Williams has the potential to seize a starting role in the Lions' defense for 2026.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Williams reflects on rookie season, wants to improve pass rush Detroit Lions defensive lineman Tyleik Williams progressed nicely throughout his rookie season and wants to improve the pass rush portion of...

JANUARY 8 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Recent play of Lions' top draft pick shows genius behind Brad Holmes' move The Detroit Lions raised some eyebrows in the first-round of the 2025 draft when they selected defensive tackle Tyleik Williams with pick No...

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Lions in a Completely New Place with Tyleik Williams After Early Bumps Tyleik Williams had a slow start to his rookie season, but the first-year Detroit Lions DT has finally turned things around in recent weeks.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions Need Major Tyleik Williams Change After Thanksgiving Loss Detroit Lions rookie DT Tyleik Williams has earned the opportunity to see the field more often after how he was utilized on Thanksgiving Day...

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Tyleik Williams Giving Lions No Choice with His Recent Play The Detroit Lions are currently sitting outside of the NFC’s playoff picture and it may be adjustments that are the difference between makin...

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions' Tyleik Williams Dillema Isn't Going Away After Performance in Week 12 The days leading up to the Detroit Lions’ showdown with the Philadelphia Eagles were eventful for Tyleik Williams. The Lions’ first round pi...

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Simple Alim McNeill Change Could Make Big Difference for the Lions The Detroit Lions could keep defensive tackle Alim McNeill fresh and productive by getting rookie Tyleik Williams more involved.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions May Not Be on the Same Page with Tyleik Williams's Development The Detroit Lions’ defense has been instrumental to the team’s 6-3 record. Despite sustaining numerous injuries and having seven defenders c...

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

NOTEBOOK: Hutchinson looking forward to challenge of facing Eagles OL Tim Twentyman covers all the Detroit Lions news of the day including preparing for the Philadelphia Eagles, more playing time for rookie DL...

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Dan Campbell reveals why Lions' first round rookie has vanished from the lineup Tyleik Williams' playing time has dwindled.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Rookie Tyleik Williams odd man out in Detroit Lions DL rotation with Alim McNeill's return Tyleik Williams, the No. 28 pick in April's draft, has set season lows for playtime percentage in the Lions' last 3 games

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • FREEP.COM

Tyleik Williams' Outlook Is Rapidly Deteriorating Entering Week 11 Detroit Lions rookie defensive tackle Tyleik Williams is having a tough season, and it doesn't appear to be getting any better after HC Dan...

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Tyleik Williams' Week 8 Dud Not as Concerning as it Looks The Detroit Lions were expected to push Tyleik Williams into a lesser role with the return of Alim McNeil. However, the regression was a bit...

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Lions Rookie Defender Has Been a First-Half Disappointment as Detroit's Bye Arrives Tyleik Williams is off to a slower-than-expected start in Detroit.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • DETROITJOCKCITY.COM

Rodgers on Kelvin Sheppard's leadership Run game coordinator and defensive line coach Kacy Rodgers speaks to the media about DC Kelvin Sheppard's leadership, what's impressed him a...

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • DETROITLIONS.COM

Lions host Browns in matchup of balanced, high-scoring offense and run-stuffing, stingy defense

The Detroit Lions got their groove back on offense, reviving a balanced attack that looks a lot like it did last year as the NFL’s highest-scoring unit after a sputtering start in...

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Tyleik Williams is about to face stiff competition with latest Alim McNeill update The Lions could use his services sooner rather than later, but there's no rush on the DT's return.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Rookie Tyleik Williams providing Lions' defense an encouraging boost up front The Detroit Lions' first-round pick has enjoyed an impressive start to his young career.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

What Are Expectations Week 1 For Detroit Lions Tyleik Williams? Examining expectations for Detroit Lions rookie DT Tyleik Williams against Green Bay Packers.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Tyleik Williams given crystal clear instructions from Lions DC ahead of Packers game The rookie has got some huge shoes to fill.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • SIDELIONREPORT.COM

Detroit Lions rookie Tyleik Williams surprises mom with 2 amazing gifts | Sporting News Detroit Lions defensive lineman Tyleik Williams surprised his mom with two gifts on Saturday, according to his Instagram account. Here's a l...

AUGUST 24, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Preseason Game Between Lions and Falcons Ends Early After Serious Injury

The NFL preseason game between Detroit and Atlanta ended with 6:31 to go after safety Morice Norris was attended to for about 20 minutes and...

AUGUST 9, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Preseason Game Between Lions and Falcons Ends Early After Serious Injury

Lions 2025 first-round pick Tyleik Williams turns in best practice of training camp | Sporting News Detroit Lions 2025 first-round pick Tyleik Williams is steadily improving at training camp and had his best practice to date on Monday.

AUGUST 5, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Lions and Chargers have high expectations as they open the NFL preseason in the Hall of Fame game

The Detroit Lions fell way short last season, going one-and-done in the playoffs after having the best regular season in franchise history

JULY 30, 2025 • Associated Press

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Lions host Browns in matchup of balanced, high-scoring offense and run-stuffing, stingy defense

Preseason Game Between Lions and Falcons Ends Early After Serious Injury

Lions and Chargers have high expectations as they open the NFL preseason in the Hall of Fame game