24 K'Waun Williams CB

Williams returned to practice Monday after dealing with a calf strain, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Williams returned to practice after he suffered a Grade 1 calf strain in mid-August. The fact that he's back is certainly a positive sign for his Week 1 availability, but he's not a lock to suit up. It's worth monitoring Williams' status, as he's expected to start opposite Richard Sherman at cornerback.

Williams has a Grade 1 calf strain and is expected to miss 2-to-3 weeks, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Williams is the 49ers' top slot cornerback, but he's in danger of missing Week 1. If he takes the full three weeks, he'll return to the field Sept. 8 -- just five days before the season opener versus Arizona. Jamar Taylor is expected to fill in at slot corner for the time being. It's worth keeping an eye on Williams' progress, as the 49ers' secondary has serious questions marks already, including who will start opposite Richard Sherman at right cornerback.

Williams did not practice Sunday due to a calf injury, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

The severity of Williams' injury remains undisclosed, but he'll have ample time to get healthy ahead of the Sept. 13 season opener against Arizona. When healthy, the 28-year-old will be a key contributor in San Francisco's secondary as the team's top slot corner.

The 49ers' picked up the 2020 option on Williams' contract Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Williams served as the 49ers' top slot corner through the 2019 season, recording 51 tackles, two interceptions and a sack across 15 regular-season contests. One of the league's most reliable corners in nickel packages, the 28-year-old will play a similarly key role during the 2020 campaign.

Williams recorded 51 tackles (35 solo), two interceptions and a sack over 15 games during the 2019 regular season.

Williams didn't technically start any games this year, but he was featured prominently in nickel and lighter packages as the 49ers' slot corner. The 28-year-old provided strong physical stats (51 tackles, four forced fumbles and a sack) in addition to his solid performance in coverage, further entrenching himself into the same role for the 2020 season.

Williams (concussion) does not have an injury designation heading into Saturday's game against the Rams, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Williams has put in full practices all week and has cleared the league's concussion protocol. He'll be back out there Week 16.

Williams (concussion) was listed as a full practice participant Tuesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Williams is making progress in his recovery from a concussion, but whether he remains in the protocol has yet to be made known. Assuming his symptoms don't linger or worsen, the 28-year-old is on track to return Saturday against the Rams.

WIlliams (concussion) has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Falcons, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Williams has been unable to practice during the week and remains in the concussion protocol. D.J. Reed could see increased snaps in the 28-year-old's stead.

Williams (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Cam Inman of the San Jose Mercury News reports.

Williams has yet to clear the league's concussion protocol after suffering the head injury during Sunday's 48-46 win over the Saints. Fellow cornerback Richard Sherman (hamstring) is nursing a Grade 2 strain of his own, so the Niners could be quite thin at cornerback in Week 15 against the Falcons.

Williams suffered a concussion during Sunday's win over the Saints, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Williams will now be subject to the league's five-step protocol for head injuries before retaking the field. With the availability of Richard Sherman (hamstring) also in doubt for Week 15's matchup against the Falcons, Emmanuel Moseley and D.J. Reed could be in line for increased work across from Ahkello Witherspoon.

Williams exited Sunday's win over the Saints with an undisclosed injury, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Williams was hurt late in the contest, and it's unclear what's bothering him. Richard Sherman is also battling a hamstring injury, so Ahkello Witherspoon, Emmanuel Moseley and D.J. Reed were the only cornerbacks to finish the game healthy. Keep an eye on their practice statuses ahead of Week 15's matchup against the Falcons.

Williams (neck) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Williams suffered a stinger during last Sunday's win over the Carindals, but his absence from the injury report indicates it was a minor issue. The 28-year-old figures to serve in his usual role as the 49ers' nickel cornerback this week versus the Packers.

Coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Williams suffered a neck stinger in Sunday's win over the Cardinals, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

It's unclear how Williams picked up the injury, but his coach did reiterate the corner was pretty sore Monday. The 28-year-old only played 42 snaps in the game, making four tackles (three solo). We'll likely get a better idea of where his health stands from his practice availability leading into the Week 12 Sunday night battle against the Packers.

Williams (hand) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game at Washington, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Williams sustained the hand injury during last Sunday's win over the Rams, but he was able to show enough improvement at practice this week to avoid the questionable tag. The 28-year-old has 13 tackles (four solo), a half-sack and two interceptions through five games.

Williams injured his hand in Sunday's victory over the Rams, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

It was originally reported that Williams suffered a hamstring injury in the contest, but that has since been clarified as a hand injury by coach Kyle Shanahan. His status for Sunday's game against the Redskins is uncertain at this time.

Williams suffered a hamstring injury in Sunday's victory over the Rams, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

The extent of Williams' injury will not be known until he undergoes further testing Monday. He recorded one tackle in Sunday's game.

Williams recorded an interception and a pass breakup in Monday's 31-3 win over the Browns.

Turnovers can be tough to depend on, and Monday's game is a prime example. Antonio Callaway failed to secure an accurate pass from Baker Mayfield, and Williams was in the right place to snag the errant ball. Still, this is the second straight game where Williams has an interception, and his two picks are already a career high after just four games. Williams should continue to get plenty of opportunities, too, as he has played at least 70 percent of defensive snaps in three straight games.

Williams recorded two tackles, an interception and a pass defensed across 43 defensive snaps in Sunday's win over the Steelers.

Williams essentially locked down the Pittsburgh wideouts, allowing just one reception for six yards in the contest. In addition to logging his first pick, the cornerback also now has 10 tackles on the young season.

Williams (knee) is active for Sunday's Week 1 tilt against the Buccaneers.

The veteran corner back will overcome his questionable designation and suit up in what could be a high-scoring affair against the Buccaneers. Williams' active status is a particularly welcome sight in light of fellow corner Jason Verrett (ankle) and safety Jimmie Ward (hand) both sitting out the contest.

Williams (knee) is considered questionable for Sunday's season-opening tilt against Tampa Bay, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Williams worked in a limited fashion in practice each day this week. The 28-year-old has been dealing with this injury for about a month and even underwent minor surgery in an attempt to resolve the issue. If Williams can't suit up, Ahkello Witherspoon and Emmanuel Moseley could split snaps in the slot -- that is, if neither of them are filling in for starter Jason Verrett (knee), who is also questionable for Sunday.