The Washington Redskins franchise left tackle is recovering from a medical scare. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, Williams had a “growth or tumor on his head” removed.
Doctors were worried the growth was malignant, but he should be fine after he recovers from the medical procedure. Both the team and Williams declined comment according to Rapoport.
Teammates were under the impression Williams could miss the upcoming season until he was recently put in the clear.
Williams, 30, has been a cornerstone and leader since the Redskins drafted him in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft. However, he has struggled with injuries as of late in his career. He last played a full 16-game schedule in 2013.
Last season, he missed three games with a thumb injury that required surgery. He also battled through a rib injury he suffered in a Thanksgiving game against the Dallas Cowboys. Despite the various injuries, he is a seven-time Pro Bowler and viewed as arguably one of the best left tackles in the league.
