Evan Williams shines as Packers face challenge without Edgerrin Cooper
ESPN NFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 11:24 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

The Green Bay Packers are navigating challenges against their opponents after losing defensive standout Edgerrin Cooper to an Achilles injury. Despite this setback, Evan Williams stepped up, delivering a notable performance. This development is significant for the Packers as they look to maintain their defensive strategy without Cooper. The team will assess its options moving forward to fill the void left by the injury.
- •Edgerrin Cooper is sidelined with an Achilles injury.
- •Evan Williams delivered a strong performance in Cooper's absence.
- •The Packers are adjusting their defense without one of their key players.
- 12:15 PMESPN NFL — With Edgerrin Cooper out, Evan Williams shines for Packers
"The Packers lost one of their two young defensive stars in Cooper (Achilles), but Williams delivered a big game.
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