Seahawks defensive tackle Jesse Williams to have kidney surgery, has cancer

"Although disappointing, I am a fighter and will handle this," Williams said. "I am going to focus on my health and fighting this battle with a return to football as my ultimate goal. Thank you for your thoughts and support. Go Hawks!" "Jesse is an extraordinarily tough individual who has overcome a great deal in his life and we will support him in any way possible," Seahawks general manager John Schneider said. "He is in our thoughts and prayers.” Follow me on Twitter: @RavensInsider Aaron Wilson covers the Ravens for The Baltimore Sun