The Green Bay Packers were thrown into sudden uncertainty just hours before kickoff against the New York Giants after one of their emerging offensive weapons was seen stepping off the team bus wearing a walking boot on his left foot.
The sighting was of Savion Williams and first reported by Matt Schneidman and immediately set off alarms across the league, raising urgent questions about Williams’ status for tonight’s game.
Williams had been listed as questionable, but the walking boot elevates the concern to a new level as Green Bay prepares for a primetime matchup with major NFC implications.
A Stunning Development Before Kickoff For The Packers
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacts after his team was penalized for pass interference during the second quarter of their game against the Philadelphia Eagles Monday, November 10, 2025 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur reacts after his team was penalized for pass interference during the second quarter of their game against the Philadelphia Eagles Monday, November 10, 2025 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Players arriving at the stadium usually offer the first clues about game-time availability, but this was not the sight Packers fans hoped to see. Williams, who has quickly become a trusted option in Green Bay’s passing offense, appeared to be moving gingerly after exiting the bus, protected by the precautionary boot.
While players sometimes wear walking boots as a preventative measure before undergoing pregame testing, the timing—and Williams’ earlier injury designation—immediately fueled speculation that he may be trending toward inactive status.
Team officials have not yet issued an official update, but sources say Williams is expected to undergo treatment and evaluation inside the locker room before a final decision is made.
What This Means for Green Bay’s Offense
If Williams cannot go, the Packers lose one of their more dynamic weapons in a game where every possession matters. Williams’ combination of size, catch radius, and versatility has made him a rising asset in the Packers’ passing system.
Without him, Green Bay may need to:
Shift more targets to their secondary receivers
Increase usage of running backs in the passing game
Lean on tight-end mismatches
Adjust formation packages designed around Williams’ presence
The Packers’ offense has leaned heavily on rhythm and spacing this season, and Williams is a big piece of both.
Giants Preparing for Multiple Scenarios
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Savion Williams (83) catches the ball during the second day of training camp on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Ray Nitschke Field in Ashwaubenon, Wis. © Jovanny Hernandez / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Savion Williams (83) catches the ball during the second day of training camp on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Ray Nitschke Field in Ashwaubenon, Wis. © Jovanny Hernandez / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
On the other sideline, the Giants coaching staff is fully aware of the situation and preparing for two distinct defensive game plans—one for a Packers offense with Williams on the field, and another for a version without him.
Losing Williams would alter how the Giants deploy coverage, potentially enabling more pressure packages if Green Bay loses a key deep and intermediate threat.
Final Decision Coming Soon
The official game-day inactives list will ultimately reveal Green Bay’s decision, but the early visuals paint a concerning picture. A walking boot this close to kickoff is rarely a positive indicator.
For now, the Packers—and their fans—wait anxiously to learn whether one of their most promising offensive weapons will be available in a must-win matchup.
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