Evan Williams named NFC Defensive Player of the Month after standout October
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 6, 2026, 6:23 AM
Last updated Nov 6, 2026
Green Bay Packers safety Evan Williams was awarded NFC Defensive Player of the Month for October 2026. Williams contributed significantly to the Packers' success, helping the team to a 5-3 record by recording 41 tackles, two interceptions, and other impactful defensive statistics. He became only the third safety since 2000 to achieve at least 40 tackles and three takeaways in a single month. Williams attributed his success to the strong performance of the team’s defense. The Packers prepare for an upcoming game against the New England Patriots as they look to extend their positive momentum into November.
- •Evan Williams recorded 41 tackles and two interceptions in October.
- •Packers achieved a 5-3 record during the month.
- •Williams is the first safety since 2011 to achieve this feat.
- •Green Bay faces New England next after this successful stretch.
- •The team aims for continued defensive excellence moving forward.
- 6:23 AMYahoo Sports — Packers’ Evan Williams credits red-hot Green Bay defense for winning Defensive Player of the Month
"The Green Bay Packers enjoyed a stellar October month which saw them win four of their five matches to bring themselves up to 5-3 for the season. And well, as a result of what has been an impressive season thus far, safety Evan Williams was named NFC Defensive Player of the Month for October after recording 41 tackles, two interceptions, four […] The post Packers’ Evan Williams credits red-hot Green Bay defense for winning Defensive Player of the Month appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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