Williams (neck) was a limited participant during the Giants' practice Thursday, Dan Salomone of the team's official site reports.
Williams has now logged back-to-back limited practices in the lead-up to Sunday's wild-card matchup versus the Vikings. The 28-year-old has been dealing with a persistent stinger injury in his neck, which sidelined him for each practice during Week 18 prep before he was ruled out ahead of this regular-season finale against Philadelphia. However, the Giants were already locked into a wild-card spot and held out a number of key starters during this contest, so it's possible the team was erring on the side of caution with Williams' injury. The starting defensive end will now have one more practice to increase his activity before he must be assigned an official game status heading into the playoffs.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Ruled out for Week 18
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Williams (neck) has been ruled out for Week 18 versus the Eagles, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
With New York already locked into a wild-card spot, Williams will miss the Giants' regular-season finale as he nurses the neck injury he suffered in Week 17 against the Colts. The defensive end will shift his focus to being ready for the start of the playoffs next weekend. In his absence, Ryder Anderson and Henry Mondeaux could see an increase in usage.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Ready to roll Sunday
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Head coach Brian Daboll said Friday that Williams (neck) will play in Sunday's game against the Colts, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
After Williams logged two straight limited practices to open Week 17 prep due to a lingering neck issue, coach Daboll said Friday that he is in line to continue operating as one of New York's starting defensive ends opposite Jihad Ward come New Year's Day versus Indianapolis.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Likely to play Sunday night
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Williams (neck) is expected to be available for Sunday Night Football against Washington, Josina Anderson of CBS Sports reports.
Williams sustained a neck injury during the Giants' previous contest versus Washington in Week 13, leaving him sidelined for the following game against Philadelphia. While the 28-year-old is still officially listed as questionable, it appears he is in line to return Sunday after logging three straight limited practices Week 15. As a result, the Giants' defensive line should be at full health again after Jihad Ward also cleared concussion protocol Saturday.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Officially questionable
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Williams (neck) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Washington.
Williams missed Week 14 due to a neck injury, but he returned to practice, logging three limited sessions, during Week 15 prep and has a shot to suit up Sunday. Jihad Ward (concussion) is also listed as questionable, so if both defensive linemen are inactive, the Giants will be shorthanded during a divisional clash against Washington.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Limited to start Week 15 prep
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Williams (neck) will be a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News reports.
Williams was sidelined for the Giants' Week 14 loss to Philadelphia due to a neck injury he suffered a week prior, but his return to practice Wednesday, albeit in a limited fashion, is an encouraging sign for the veteran defensive end. He'll have two more opportunities to log a full session before New York needs to make a decision on his status for Sunday's matchup against Washington.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: No injury designation
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Williams doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against Washington, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.
Williams was limited during the first two practices of Week 13 prep due to a neck injury, but he logged a full session Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday. Across eight appearances, the veteran defensive end has totaled 36 tackles, 1.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Another big performance Week 10
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Williams racked up nine tackles (five solo) and a half sack in a 24-16 Week 10 win over Houston on Sunday.
After racking up a season-high eight tackles in Week 8 against Seattle, Williams one-upped himself with nine stops in New York's first game back from its Week 9 bye. He combined with Dexter Lawrence on a sack of Davis Mills late in the third quarter, giving him 1.5 sacks over his past two games. Williams started slowly this season, but he's gaining some momentum as an IDP option with his recent strong performances.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Ready to rock Sunday
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Williams (elbow) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Williams dealt with an elbow issue throughout practice this week but it ultimately won't sideline him Sunday versus Seattle. The 302-pounder is slated to operate in his usual starting role at defensive end in Week 8.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Logs limited session Wednesday
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Williams (knee) was limited during Wednesday's practice, Dan Duggan of The Athletic reports.
Williams has missed three consecutive contests due to a right MCL sprain that he suffered in Week 2. He practiced in a limited fashion all last week before being ruled out against the Packers, so he'll likely need to log at least one full practice before New York thrusts him back into a prominent role.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Not playing Week 5
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Williams (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Packers in London, Art Stapleton of The Bergen Record reports.
The 28-year-old defensive end will miss his third consecutive game while he continues to recover from a right MCL sprain. With fellow end Azeez Ojulari (calf) also sidelined in London, the Giants' defensive front could struggle to bring pressure on Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Questionable Sunday
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Williams (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Williams missed the last two games due to a sprained MCL, but he'll have a chance to return for Sunday's matchup in London. If he's unable to suit up, Jihad Ward and Nick Williams should see increased playing time for the Giants.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Will be limited Wednesday
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Giants head coach Brian Daboll said Williams (knee) will be limited during Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Leonard has missed back-to-back games due to a sprained MCL, but he's returned to practice for the first time since suffering the injury, albeit in a limited fashion. The veteran defensive end is trending in the right direction, but he'll likely have to log at least one full practice this week if he's going to play in Sunday's matchup against the Packers in London.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Won't play vs. Chicago
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Williams (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game versus the Bears, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Williams will sit out for a second consecutive week after he sustained a sprained MCL in Week 2 versus Carolina. The Pro Bowler will probably need to return to practice next week to have a shot to play Week 5 in London, and for now, Jihad Ward and Nick Williams should take most of the fill-in reps in Williams' absence.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Inactive Monday
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Williams (knee) was ruled inactive ahead of Monday night's game against Dallas, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Williams' absence in Week 3 is not surprising, as he was considered doubtful to play after sitting out this week's practices with a sprained MCL. In his stead, defensive ends Jihad Ward and Nick Williams should see increased usage opposite Azeez Ojulari, who is set to play for the first time this season.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Nursing MCL sprain
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Williams (knee) is dealing with a right MCL sprain, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Williams is reportedly considered day-to-day. While he could be in danger of missing Monday's contest against the Cowboys, the results of Williams' MRI appear to have returned encouraging results as a whole. If Williams does end up having to miss time, Nick Williams and Jihad Ward will be candidates to take on increased roles.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Leaves early with injury
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Williams (knee) left the game in the third quarter and did return, Bob Brookover of NJ.com reports.
Williams had his legs taken out from under him by Panthers' offensive lineman Taylor Moton on the play. If the injury turns out of be of any significance, it'll deal a serious blow to the Giants' defensive line.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Records five tackles Week 1
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Williams racked up five tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 21-20 win over the Titans.
Williams played 53 defensive snaps (82 percent), so he looks to have fully put his preseason arm issue behind him. The veteran defensive tackle will have a chance to record his first sack of the season Week 2 versus the Panthers.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Set to play Week 1
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Williams (arm) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
Williams was limited during training camp due to a left arm issue, but he's clear of the injury report ahead of Week 1. The veteran defensive tackle has recorded 18 sacks over his last two seasons in New York and will look to continue that success in 2022.
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Giants' Leonard Williams: Will play Sunday
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Williams (triceps) will play Sunday against the Cowboys, Jordan Raanan of ESPN.com reports.
Williams will be able to suit up Sunday despite initial concerns that he was dealing with an injury that could cause him to miss multiple weeks. With 62 tackles (26 solo), 5.5 sacks and a forced fumble and recovery on the season, Williams will try and help the Giants' defense slow down the high-powered Cowboys offense Sunday.
