Tyleik Williams injury update: Lions DT 'ready to go' vs. Cardinals

Detroit Lions defensive tackle Tyleik Williams will be available for the team's upcoming game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, according to the player. In an interview with the Detroit Free Press, Williams declared he is "ready to go" following a minor foot injury sustained during last week's loss to the Carolina Panthers.

The injury was listed as questionable on Friday's injury report, but Williams stated his foot feels "good" and is not a concern. The 28th overall pick in last year's draft has had a promising start to his career, ranking among the few bright spots for the Lions defense, which currently sits at the bottom of the NFL in yards per game through four weeks.

Williams, who has moved from three technique to nose tackle this offseason, has partnered with Alim McNeill to create a formidable force for opposing runners, ranking among the toughest teams to run against in the league. Williams has recorded 14 tackles in four games, slightly fewer than his rookie season total, while McNeill has contributed with eight tackles and three sacks.

The Lions have ruled out Brian Branch, Cade Mays, and Rock Ya-Sin for Sunday's matchup. Branch is currently on the non-football injury list recovering from a torn Achilles tendon, Mays is on injured reserve due to a broken wrist, and Ya-Sin did not practice this week due to a hamstring injury sustained against the Cardinals.