Report: Williams should be ready for playoffs after Week 18 injury
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams left Sunday's 31-28 loss against the Denver Broncos due to back spasms, according to ESPN's Lindsey Thiry.
However, he's expected to be available for next week's wild-card matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars after his X-ray results came back negative, per Thiry.
Williams limped off the field with the help of trainers late in the second quarter. He was carted to the locker room and initially listed as questionable to return before being ruled out for the remainder of the game. He was spotted leaving the locker room with the assistance of a staff member, according to Thiry.
The 28-year-old recorded four receptions for 32 yards before his injury.
Star pass-rusher Joey Bosa and linebacker Kenneth Murray also left Sunday's contest before halftime with undisclosed ailments.
Head coach Brandon Staley was asked after the game about his decision to give his starters extended playing time with little to play for Sunday.
"These aren't easy decisions, and in hindsight, it's perfect for everyone to decide," he said.
The Chargers played most of their starters throughout the entire first half and several starters into the third quarter.
Los Angeles concluded the regular season with a 10-7 record and is locked into the AFC's fifth seed.