Mike Williams: ACL Damage Prevent Him From Playing Rest Of Season
On Sunday, in the matchup with the Vikings, Justin Herbert frequently targeted the wide receiver.
Mike Williams, a wide receiver with the Los Angeles Chargers, will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2023 NFL season because of an ACL tear.
The crucial cog in the team’s offensive scheme and a seven-year veteran suffered a knee injury against the Vikings in Week 3 on artificial grass in Minnesota.
Williams received first care on the team bench before being escorted to the locker room. Later, he was observed exiting the stadium with a complete knee brace.
A Monday morning MRI verified the team’s worst suspicions, even though they were waiting for more studies to ascertain the severity of the damage.
When the game was on the line late in the third quarter, the 28-year-old had an injury when he was twisted down following an 11-yard WR screen.
Williams could not put any weight on his injured leg and was observed lying on the ground in pain. He had to be helped off the pitch.
The spectacular touchdown pass from Mike Williams and Keenan Allen
Williams scored his lone touchdown of 2023 earlier in the Chargers’ 28-24 victory, putting the club up 21-10 in the third quarter with a trick play involving a breathtaking 49-yard ball from wide receiver Keenan Allen.
His highest performance in the three games he played was seven catches for 121 yards on the day.
Williams’ absence will now force the Chargers to rely on youngster Quentin Johnston and veteran Josh Palmer, who has played for the team for three years.
