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Samuel Womack III (born July 7, 1999) is an American professional football cornerback for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Toledo Rockets.

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Early life

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Womack attended East English Village Preparatory Academy in Detroit, Michigan, where he played high school football. As a senior, he gained over 1,000 receiving yards, caught 20 touchdown passes, and made 11 interceptions which earned him All-State honors.[1][2]

College career

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Womack was a member of the Toledo Rockets for five seasons. In 2020, he was nominated for the Burlsworth Trophy.[2] He finished his college career with 126 tackles and 4.5 tackles for loss with 39 passes defended and five interceptions in 53 games played.[3]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump
5 ft 9 in
(1.75 m)		 189 lb
(86 kg)		 31+7⁄8 in
(0.81 m)		 8+1⁄4 in
(0.21 m)		 4.40 s 1.54 s 2.48 s 4.18 s 6.87 s 36.0 in
(0.91 m)		 9 ft 10 in
(3.00 m)
All values from Pro Day[4][5]

San Francisco 49ers

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Womack was selected in the fifth round (172nd overall) of the 2022 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers.[6][2] As a rookie, he appeared in 16 regular season games and three playoff games. He finished with 19 total tackles, one interception, two passes defended, and one forced fumble.[7]

On September 16, 2023, Womack was placed on injured reserve.[8] He was activated on November 23.[9]

Womack was waived by the 49ers on August 27, 2024.[10]

Indianapolis Colts

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On August 28, 2024, Womack was claimed off waivers by the Indianapolis Colts.[11]

On August 26, 2025, Womack was waived by the Colts as part of final roster cuts.[12]

Tennessee Titans

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On August 27, 2025, Womack was claimed off waivers by the Tennessee Titans.[13] He was waived on November 26.[14]

New York Jets

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On December 2, 2025, Womack was signed to the New York Jets' practice squad.[15] He signed a reserve/future contract with New York on January 5, 2026.[16]

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Samuel Womack III (born July 7, 1999) is an American professional football for the of the (). A native of , , he played at the , where he set a school record for career passes defensed, before being selected by the in the fifth round of the . Throughout his professional career, Womack has appeared in 44 games with nine starts across three teams, recording 69 tackles, three interceptions, and 11 passes defensed, while also contributing on special teams (as of the 2025 NFL season). Womack attended East English Village Preparatory Academy in , where he earned first-team all-city, all-metro, and all-state honors as a senior in 2016. That year, he amassed over 1,000 receiving yards with 20 catches on offense and 11 interceptions on defense, showcasing his versatility as a . He committed to Toledo, joining the Rockets in 2017 and helping the team win the (MAC) championship in his freshman season. Over five seasons at Toledo from 2017 to 2021, Womack appeared in 51 games, accumulating 128 tackles, five interceptions, and a program-record 40 passes defensed. He graduated with a degree in in 2021 before entering the . In his professional tenure, Womack spent his first two seasons (2022–2023) with the 49ers, followed by a stint with the in 2024, until he was claimed off waivers by the Titans on August 27, 2025, to bolster their secondary depth.

Early life and education

Childhood and family background

Samuel Womack III was born on July 7, 1999, in Detroit, Michigan, to parents Samuel Womack Jr. and Dianna Womack. He has one sister, Dania. Growing up in Detroit, Womack was initially drawn to basketball, aspiring to a career in the NBA during his early years. This focus on hoops shaped his foundational athletic development, honing skills in speed and agility through AAU basketball before he transitioned to football in high school. His family's support, particularly from his mother Dianna, played a key role in nurturing his competitive drive amid the city's urban environment. Womack's early life in instilled a sense of resilience, influenced by the community's emphasis on sports as an outlet for youth. This background provided the motivation to pursue seriously, leading him to East English Village Preparatory Academy for high school.

High school career

Samuel Womack attended East English Village Preparatory Academy in , , where he played as a two-way , primarily as a on offense and on defense. As a senior in 2016, Womack recorded over 1,000 receiving yards and 20 receptions on offense, while securing 11 interceptions on defense. His performance earned him first-team All-City, All-Metro, and All-State honors in , recognizing his versatility and contributions on both sides of the ball. Throughout his high school career, Womack demonstrated exceptional ball skills, returning four interceptions and two fumble recoveries for touchdowns, which highlighted his playmaking ability and leadership in key games. His standout senior season paved the way for a walk-on opportunity at the .

College career

Early years at Toledo

Samuel Womack joined the as a preferred walk-on in 2017 after graduating from East English Village Preparatory Academy in , where his recruitment was limited due to his focus on AAU rather than attending summer football camps. Despite lacking an initial scholarship, Womack's high school versatility as a —recording over 1,000 receiving yards and 20 touchdown catches as a alongside 11 interceptions on defense—caught the attention of Toledo coaches, leading to his opportunity in the (). During his freshman season in , Womack transitioned to a full-time role, appearing in seven games primarily as a reserve while the Rockets enjoyed a dominant year, finishing 11-3 overall and 7-1 in MAC play to claim the conference championship—their first since 2004. He contributed four total tackles and one , including a pick against , helping establish his ball-hawking potential early on. As a walk-on, Womack faced the challenge of earning consistent playing time amid competition for rotations on a successful defense, but his tenacity allowed him to secure a by the end of the year based on his practice performances. In , Womack's sophomore year, he played in 13 games for the 8-5 Rockets, who finished 5-3 in MAC play and won the . Logging 12 tackles, including 1.5 tackles for loss, and one pass defended, he continued developing as a rotational while adapting to the position's demands after his high school experience at . The primary hurdle remained breaking into the as a former walk-on, but his steady contributions in defensive packages built toward his career totals of 128 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, and 41 passes defended across 51 games. Womack's junior year in marked a breakthrough, as he started regularly at for the 7-6 Rockets, who posted a 5-3 MAC record and lost in the . He amassed 59 tackles, 15 passes defended—leading the MAC and ranking second nationally—and two interceptions, showcasing refined coverage skills and earning national recognition with 1.4 passes defended per game. These early-season efforts, totaling 75 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, 17 passes defended, and three interceptions over his first three years, solidified his role in the defensive rotation and laid the foundation for further accolades.

Senior year and awards

In his final two seasons with the , Samuel Womack solidified his reputation as a shutdown , accumulating 53 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, two interceptions, and 24 passes defensed across 19 games, contributing significantly to the team's defensive efforts in the (MAC). During the 2020 season, shortened by the , Womack appeared in six games, recording 20 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, a half-sack, and a league-leading eight passes defensed while tying for seventh nationally in passes defended per game at 1.3. His ball-hawking ability helped anchor Toledo's secondary amid a challenging year, earning him a nomination for the , which recognizes the top walk-on player in . Womack's senior year in 2021 marked a breakout campaign as a , starting all 13 games and leading the Rockets with two interceptions while topping the MAC with 16 passes defensed. He added 33 tackles, including one for loss, and a fumble recovery, playing a pivotal role in Toledo's MAC Championship win by limiting opponents' passing attacks in key conference matchups. His disruptive presence on the boundary forced quarterbacks to adjust their reads, contributing to the team's improved defensive efficiency. For his performance, Womack earned first-team All-MAC honors as a , as selected by conference coaches. As a vocal leader, Womack served as a team captain in 2021, mentoring younger defensive backs and fostering accountability within the secondary during practices and games. His emergence as a top MAC defender was further highlighted in pre-draft evaluations, where scouts praised his elite ball production—41 career passes defensed and five interceptions—and verified speed, clocking a 4.39-second at Toledo's pro day, which underscored his potential to compete at the level. Womack graduated with a in business management in 2021. Over his full college tenure, these efforts capped a career of 128 tackles and consistent disruption in the pass game.

Professional career

San Francisco 49ers

Samuel Womack was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the fifth round (172nd overall) of the 2022 NFL Draft out of the University of Toledo. As a rookie in 2022, Womack appeared in 16 regular-season games, primarily serving as a rotational cornerback and special teams contributor in the 49ers' zone-heavy defensive scheme. He recorded 19 total tackles (13 solo), one interception—his first in the NFL, which came against the Arizona Cardinals on November 21—one forced fumble, and two passes defended. Womack also participated in three playoff games during the 49ers' run to the NFC Championship, where he tallied five tackles (three solo). These contributions helped bolster the 49ers' NFC West-leading defense, which ranked first in points allowed that season. In 2023, Womack's season was derailed early by injury; he was placed on injured reserve on September 16 with an MCL sprain in his , suffered during practice before Week 2. He was designated to return on November 6 and fully activated on November 23, allowing him to rejoin the team for the final stretch of the regular season. Post-activation, Womack saw limited action in seven games, registering seven tackles (six solo) without additional interceptions or forced fumbles, continuing his role in sub-packages and on special teams. Womack's tenure with the 49ers ended when he was waived on August 27, 2024, during the final roster cuts ahead of the regular season. Over two seasons, he appeared in 23 regular-season games for , providing depth to a secondary that emphasized versatility and coverage in the .

Indianapolis Colts

On August 28, 2024, the Indianapolis Colts claimed cornerback Samuel Womack III off waivers after he was released by the during final roster cuts. In the 2024 season, Womack appeared in all 17 games for the Colts, starting eight, and recorded 36 tackles (26 solo), nine passes defended, and two interceptions. His interceptions came in consecutive late-season games: one against quarterback on December 15 and another versus quarterback Mason Rudolph on December 22. Womack emerged as a key starter in the Colts' secondary amid injuries to other cornerbacks, providing reliable coverage that bolstered the unit's efforts in the . His performance included allowing a 61% completion rate on targets and generating a -11.4 coverage expected points added (EPA), contributing to the team's pass defense by disrupting receivers and forcing incompletions. These two interceptions marked a career high for Womack, highlighting his growth into a productive boundary corner. After one season with Indianapolis, Womack was waived by the Colts on August 26, 2025, during preseason roster decisions.

Tennessee Titans

On August 27, 2025, the Tennessee Titans claimed Samuel Womack off waivers from the Indianapolis Colts during final roster cutdowns, adding the veteran cornerback to bolster secondary depth ahead of the regular season. As of November 19, 2025, Womack has appeared in four games for the Titans, recording 2 total tackles (1 solo) in matchups against the Las Vegas Raiders, , , and Houston Texans. In the November 16 game against the Houston Texans, Womack recorded 2 tackles (1 solo), marking his first statistical contributions of the season. His statistical contributions include no interceptions or passes defended, reflecting a limited role as a rotational in the secondary amid the team's 1-9 record. Prior to the 2025 season, Womack had career totals of 62 tackles and three interceptions from 2022 to 2024; in 2025, he has added 2 tackles. Womack has adapted to the Titans' aggressive defensive scheme under coordinator , which emphasizes a violent, attacking style with pressing coverage to disrupt opponents. His inclusion supports the unit's focus on physicality and intelligence in the secondary, though opportunities for standout plays, such as defensive stands or ball skills demonstrations, have been minimal in his early appearances. No notable performances have been recorded to date. Womack is in the final year of his four-year rookie contract with the Titans in 2025, earning a base salary of $1.1 million, and will become an unrestricted in 2026 after accruing three seasons toward eligibility.

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