The Green Bay Packers are preparing for their Week 18 showdown against the Minnesota Vikings, and this season has seen a significant turnaround in their performance against division rivals compared to last year. In 2024, the Packers struggled with a 1-5 record against the rest of the NFC North, narrowly missing a 0-6 mark due to a missed field goal. However, this year, they have managed to secure a 4-1 record against their division opponents, aiming to finish the 2025 NFL season on a positive note with another victory.

Unfortunately, the Packers are entering this crucial game with several challenges. They are currently on a three-game losing streak, and their roster is suffering from injuries, with key players sidelined. Stars like Elgton Jenkins, Devonte Wyatt, Tucker Kraft, and Micah Parsons have already been ruled out for the remainder of the season. On Saturday, the team announced that yet another young player, a wide receiver, will also be ending his season prematurely.

Green Bay Packers rookie Savion Williams heads to injured reserve

Rookie wide receiver Savion Williams, who was selected by the Packers in the third round of the 2025 NFL Draft, has been dealing with a persistent foot injury. Despite efforts to recover, the injury did not show signs of improvement, leading the medical staff to place him on injured reserve.

Williams will conclude his rookie season with 10 receptions (on 10 targets) for 78 yards and one touchdown, along with 11 rushing attempts for 37 yards. The loss of Williams has further weakened the Packers’ wide receiver depth, especially as Dontayvion Wicks is now doubtful to play due to a concussion. To address this issue, the team has signed wide receiver Jakobie Kenney-James from the practice squad to the active roster.

Key Stats for Savion Williams

| Season | Age | Team | Lg | Pos | G | GS | Att | Yds | TD | 1D | Succ% | Lng | Y/A | Y/G | A/G | Tgt | Rec | Yds | Y/R | TD | 1D | Succ% | Lng | R/G | Y/G | Ctch% | Y/Tgt | Touch | Y/Tch | YScm | RRTD | Fmb | Awards |
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| 2025 | 24 | GNB | NFL | WR | 12 | 0 | 11 | 37 | 0 | 1 | 36.4 | 16 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 0.9 | 10 | 10 | 78 | 7.8 | 1 | 3 | 50.0 | 33 | 0.8 | 6.5 | 100.0 | 7.8 | 21 | 5.5 | 115 | 1 | 1 |
| 1 Yr | 12 | 0 | 11 | 37 | 0 | 1 | 36.4 | 16 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 0.9 | 10 | 10 | 78 | 7.8 | 1 | 3 | 50.0 | 33 | 0.8 | 6.5 | 100.0 | 7.8 | 21 | 5.5 | 115 | 1 | 1 |
| 17 Game Avg | 17 | 0 | 16 | 52 | 0 | 1 | 36.4 | 16 | 3.4 | 3.1 | 0.9 | 14 | 14 | 111 | 7.8 | 1 | 4 | 50.0 | 33 | 0.8 | 6.5 | 100.0 | 7.8 | 30 | 5.5 | 163 | 1 | 1 |

Provided by Pro-Football-Reference.com: View Original Table

Generated 1/3/2026.

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