Redskins LT Trent Williams listed as questionable for Sunday’s game

That Friday feeling just got a little bit better.

The Redskins recently kicked off practices for Week 10 of the 2017 regular season.  They face a crucial matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, one that will have them pinned against one of the league’s better pass rushing units. They’ll need some of their offensive linemen to get healthy, and based on Friday’s developments, it seems as if they’re getting just that. Trent Williams was seen wearing a practice jersey today.

Williams’ absence has been clearly noticeable in recent weeks. Against the Seahawks, T.J. Clemmings was spun around by rushers more often than not, and Kirk Cousins was under pressure all game because of it. The offense is clearly hindered when there’s no time for plays to progress. The return of a healthy Trent Williams would be huge for this team.

However, it would be wise for the Redskins not to rush Williams’ recovery. The stalwart tackle had been playing with substantial damage to his knee, enough where it could cause permanent damage, if he continued to play. A few weeks of rest has likely healed the wound, to some extent, but all it takes is a little bit of action in the trenches to re-aggravate the injury. For now, Williams is staving off surgery. But he’s in no rush to get back. His main priority is being available when the Redskins need him down the road.

But nevertheless, this is a promising sign for the veteran blindside blocker. He was seen with his jersey on in practice today, and following his work today, he’s officially listed as questionable for the Vikings game, per John Keim of ESPN.

If Williams were to suit up against Minnesota and Mike Zimmer’s squad, the Redskins would gladly welcome his presence. But at the same time, caution has to exercised in situations like these. Even minor infractions could cause substantial damage to the injury, and at a position where knees are perilously exposed on every play, Williams would be risking a lot. If there’s a decent risk, it might be reasonable to have him sit again.

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But then again, I’m not paid to make those decisions. If the Redskins’ doctors think that Williams is good to go, and if he thinks he has enough left him to last the rest of the season before getting surgery, then he’ll be the first one to tell you he’s playing Sunday. Williams’ desire to get back out there is representative of the team’s newfound winning culture. Williams believes that this team can go the distance. And if he thinks he can play, he will. And he’ll help them in their quest to keep finding ways to win.