Shawn Williams Reportedly Dislocated Elbow, Out 4 to 6 Weeks

Cincinnati Bengals safety Shawn Williams had to be carted off against the Kansas City Chiefs during Saturday's preseason game with what is being reported as a dislocated elbow.

Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official website (via Ian Rapoport of NFL Network) reported the diagnosis, noting Williams is set to be out four to six weeks. Rapoport noted there is no plan for surgery.

The injury occurred during the first quarter against the Chiefs as Williams was trying to tackle running back Kareem Hunt.

Pro Football Talk's Josh Alper noted the shot captured on television cameras showed Williams' "arm bending awkwardly as he hit the ground."

A third-round pick in 2013, Williams became a full-time starter for the Bengals last season. He set career highs with 15 starts and three interceptions, and he tied his career high with five passes defensed in 2016.

With Williams out, Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis will likely turn to third-year safety Derron Smith as his starter. The team also has rookies Brandon Wilson and Cedric Thompson fighting for a roster spot who can see their role expanded.