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Kyle Williams | Defensive Lineman

Team: Buffalo Bills
Age / DOB:  (29) / 6/10/1983
Ht / Wt:  6'1' / 301
College: LSU
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Bills.com confirms DT Kyle Williams is recovering from surgery on his right Achilles' tendon.
Williams had left Achilles' surgery last year. While he avoided a complete rupture of the right Achilles' -- it was "frayed" -- he's yet to be medically cleared to participate in any workouts. Last year's rehab of a similar injury sidelined Williams for five months. Williams remained highly effective, grading out as Pro Football Focus' No. 3 defensive tackle behind Geno Atkins and Gerald McCoy. The buildup of surgeries is still a concern. May 10 - 6:44 PM
Source: buffalobills.com

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Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DT Kyle Williams is likely to undergo Achilles' tendon surgery this offseason.

Williams underwent Achilles' surgery on his left foot last year. This time, the issue is on his right side. The good news is that there isn't a complete rupture, meaning his timetable will be in the six month range. Williams played through the injury in the final 10 games of the season, finishing with 46 tackles and a career-high five sacks.
Source: buffalobills.com
Jan 1 - 9:23 AM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DTs Kyle Williams (questionable, ankle) and Spencer Johnson (questionable, ankle) are both expected to play in Week 7.

Both players were limited during practice this week but will suit up against the Titans and Chris Johnson. After grading out as Pro Football Focus' No. 1 defensive tackle in 2011, Williams comes in at No. 7 in the rankings so far in 2012. Also listed as questionable for Buffalo's defense is CB Terrence McGee (knee) and Da'Norris Searcy (ankle).
Source: BuffaloBills.com
Sat, Oct 20, 2012 01:38:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DT Kyle Williams had another strong outing in Saturday's preseason game against the Steelers.

WGR 550 Buffalo reporter Joe Buscaglia noted Williams' performance as "imposing his will on every play," "first off the line every time," and "just ridiculous." It's a good sign for Williams, who may not even be back to 100-percent health after undergoing foot surgery last season. Williams was Pro Football Focus' top-rated defensive tackle in 2010.
Source: WGR 550 Buffalo
Sun, Aug 26, 2012 10:10:00 AM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DT Kyle Williams (foot surgery) is expected to be back to full strength by training camp.

After monitoring Williams during OTAs and minicamp, BuffaloBills.com's Chris Brown pointed out that his "sudden burst off the ball was there and knifing through gaps was evident." Arguably the game's best 4-3 nose tackle when healthy, Williams will anchor the middle of the up-and-coming Buffalo defense.
Source: BuffaloBills.com
Sun, Jun 24, 2012 11:20:00 AM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DT Kyle Williams (foot surgery) has resumed participating in team drills at full-squad OTAs.

We'll be sure to update if there are any setbacks, but it sounds like Williams will be 100 percent for training camp. Williams' effectiveness dropped off in five appearances at less than full strength last season, but he was a dominant defender in 2010 and is 29 years old. He'll be the primary interior run stopper for a Bills defensive line that collected talent this offseason.
Source: Joe Buscaglia on Twitter
Tue, Jun 5, 2012 01:59:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DT Kyle Williams (foot surgery) is limited to individual drills at this week's OTAs.

Dwan Edwards is lining up next to Marcel Dareus on the inside, with Mario Williams and Chris Kelsay as the starting defensive ends. Williams remains on track for a training camp return.
Source: Joe Buscaglia on Twitter
Tue, May 29, 2012 01:35:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DT Kyle Williams (foot surgery) has been cleared to resume jogging.

"It’s all straight line stuff, but I’m on dry land now under body weight," Williams said. He also confirmed he expects to be "full go" for training camp. Along with Marcell Dareus, Williams will anchor the Bills' line in 2012 as they switch from a 3-4 to 4-3 defense.
Source: BuffaloBills.com
Tue, Mar 6, 2012 09:23:00 AM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills DC Dave Wannstedt is confident that DT Kyle Williams (foot surgery) will be ready for the start of training camp.

"There has not been a setback in any form or fashion," said Wannstedt. The new coordinator confirmed the Bills will primarily use a four-man front, with Williams and Marcel Dareus as the "centerpiece" in the change of philosophy.
Source: WGR 550 Buffalo
Thu, Feb 16, 2012 04:27:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills NT Kyle Williams (I.R., left foot) faces six months of rehab following surgery to remove bone spurs near his Achilles.

Williams revealed that he was shut down for the season because it was feared that his Achilles' tendon was close to a rupture. He expects to be as good as new by training camp.
Source: WGR 550 Buffalo
Thu, Dec 8, 2011 05:20:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills placed NT Kyle Williams (left foot) on injured reserve, ending his season.

Williams was easily Buffalo's best defensive player entering the season, but they now have the luxury of sliding hotshot rookie Marcell Dareus to the middle. Williams' injury is reportedly the result of bone spurs irritating an Achilles' tendon, and he will undergo surgery on Wednesday, November 29. Williams just signed a new six-year, $33.555 million contract in August.
Tue, Nov 8, 2011 04:26:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

The Buffalo News reports that the Bills do not expect NT Kyle Williams (foot) to play again this season.

Sources tell beat reporter Jay Skurski that Williams has "bone spurs irritating an Achilles' tendon," which has cost him each of Buffalo's last three games. Rookie Marcell Dareus has moved to nose tackle in the meantime, with Alex Carrington and Dwan Edwards on the ends. Skurski also reports that K Rian Lindell will miss 4-6 weeks with a significant shoulder injury.
Source: Buffalo News
Mon, Nov 7, 2011 07:30:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

Bills NT Kyle Williams (foot) will not play in Week 10 against the Cowboys and is in danger of missing the rest of the season.

"That is a possibility, I'm not going to say it's not," replied coach Chan Gailey when asked Monday whether Williams might be placed on season-ending injured reserve. Williams will visit foot specialist Dr. Robert Anderson in North Carolina in the near future. A determination will be made after the meeting.
Source: WGR 550 Buffalo
Mon, Nov 7, 2011 04:21:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

According to NFL Network's Jason LaCanfora, the Bills will wait a few weeks before deciding whether to shut NT Kyle Williams (foot) down for the season.

The team is still holding out hope that a few weeks of rest will allow Williams' foot to improve to the point that he can play effectively by December. Surgery appears to be the most likely scenario at the moment.
Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter
Thu, Oct 27, 2011 02:02:00 PM
Kyle Williams - DL - Bills

According to the Buffalo News, there is "serious doubt" about NT Kyle Williams' (foot) ability to play again this season.

"Info I've heard suggests (Williams') return for 2011 in serious doubt," tweeted beat writer Tim Graham on Tuesday. Williams was a Pro Bowler in 2010, and should have been an All Pro. The Bills will continue to struggle in run defense.
Source: Tim Graham on Twitter
Wed, Oct 26, 2011 02:26:00 PM

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