Cardinals' Jonah Williams to be placed on injured reserve, surgery still uncertain

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Cardinals' Jonah Williams placed on injured reserve with knee injury

Why it matters: The loss of starting right tackle Jonah Williams is a significant blow to the Cardinals' offensive line and raises concerns about their pass protection moving forward.

  • Williams' injury occurred in the first quarter of the Cardinals' Week 1 loss to the Bills, forcing him to be placed on injured reserve.
  • The team is still evaluating the extent of the injury and whether surgery will be required.

Yes, but: The Cardinals have a capable replacement in veteran Kelvin Beachum, who stepped in for Williams during the game.

  • Beachum brings experience and versatility to the offensive line and has shown reliability throughout his career.

What to watch: How the absence of Williams affects the Cardinals' offensive game plan and their ability to protect quarterback Kyler Murray.

  • The offensive line plays a crucial role in creating opportunities for Murray and keeping him upright in the pocket.

What's next: The Cardinals will need to adjust their offensive line strategy and potentially rely on additional support, such as tight ends or running backs, to provide extra blocking assistance.

  • The team may also explore external options to bolster their offensive line depth.

Coach Gannon's perspective: Coach Jonathan Gannon expressed confidence in Beachum's ability to fill the void left by Williams.

  • He emphasized the need to adapt and move forward despite the early setback.

The bottom line: The Cardinals' offensive line will face a challenge in replacing Jonah Williams, but they must find ways to protect their star quarterback and maintain offensive efficiency.

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