Leonard Williams left off AP's preseason interior defensive linemen rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Leonard Williams, a second-team All-Pro and Super Bowl champion in 2025, has been omitted from the AP's top five interior defensive linemen rankings this summer. Despite a strong performance last season with seven sacks and 22 quarterback hits, Williams did not secure a spot, although he received some votes. The 32-year-old is expected to have another strong season with the Seahawks in 2026 as he continues to show impressive speed and technique on the field.
- •Williams helped Seahawks win the Super Bowl in 2025.
- •He ranked as a second-team All-Pro last season.
- •Williams recorded seven sacks and 22 quarterback hits in 2025.
- •AP's rankings this summer did not include him in the top five.
- •He is poised for another strong season in 2026.
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks star Leonard Williams left off AP preseason IDL rankings
"Leonard Williams was an All-Pro and Super Bowl champion in 2025, but was left off of AP’s interior defensive linemen rankings this year.
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