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Terrance Tyrone Williams[1] (born September 8, 1989) is an American former professional football wide receiver. He played college football for the Baylor Bears, earning unanimous All-American honors in 2012. Williams was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the third round of the 2013 NFL draft and played six seasons with the Cowboys.

Key Information

Early life

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Williams was born in Highland Hills, Dallas. He attended W. T. White High School in Dallas and played for the White Longhorns high school football team. As a senior, Williams had 59 receptions for 972 yards and eight touchdowns. Considered a two-star recruit by Rivals.com, he accepted a scholarship to Baylor over an offer from Colorado State.[2]

College career

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Williams attended Baylor University, where he played for the Baylor Bears football team from 2008 to 2012. During his college career, Williams had 202 receptions for 3,334 yards and 27 touchdowns. Williams was also a Biletnikoff Award finalist for 2011. In 2012, Williams led the nation with 1,832 receiving yards.[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 Bench press
6 ft 2 in
(1.88 m)
208 lb
(94 kg)
31+14 in
(0.79 m)
8+34 in
(0.22 m)
4.52 s 1.57 s 2.53 s 4.32 s 7.01 s 32.5 in
(0.83 m)
9 ft 11 in
(3.02 m)
11 reps
All values from NFL Combine.[4]

Dallas Cowboys

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2013 season

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In the 2013 NFL draft, the Dallas Cowboys traded down in the first round with the San Francisco 49ers, in exchange for a third round pick that the team used to select Williams with the 74th overall pick.[5]

Williams struggled in training camp adjusting to the team's offense, but by the end of the preseason, he had supplanted Dwayne Harris as the third wide receiver. Williams again struggled at the start of the regular season with his route running and dropped passes, until the fourth game against the San Diego Chargers, where he started in place of an injured Miles Austin and registered seven receptions for 71 yards, but also had a critical fumble trying to extend for a touchdown in the last minutes of the 30–21 road loss.[6] Williams started in the next game against the Denver Broncos, catching four passes for 151 yards and a touchdown in the narrow 51–48 loss.[7] By Week 8 against the Detroit Lions, Williams set a Cowboys franchise record for rookies, with a touchdown in his fourth consecutive game.[8] He returned to his third receiver position in Week 12 against the New York Giants and also started returning kickoffs in place of an injured Harris.

Williams finished his rookie season with 44 receptions for 736 yards (16.7 average) and five touchdowns in 16 games and eight starts.[9] At the time, his totals ranked fourth for most receptions, most receiving yards, and most receiving touchdowns by a rookie in franchise history.

2014 season

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Williams started the year looking to improve on a productive rookie campaign, immediately establishing himself as a legitimate No. 2 wideout and deep threat opposite Dez Bryant by catching six touchdowns in the first seven weeks. After a strong start to his season that included a critical first down reception in a Week 6 30–23 road victory over the Seattle Seahawks,[10] Williams slowed down catching only two touchdowns in the remaining 10 weeks, finishing the season with 37 receptions for 621 yards and eight touchdowns in 16 games and starts.[11]

During the first playoff game of the Cowboys’ season and his career, Williams once again solidified his status as a playmaker by registering three receptions for 92 yards, while scoring two critical touchdowns against the Detroit Lions and their No. 2 ranked defense. This included a 76-yard catch-and-run in which he caught a 14-yard pass on a slant route and ran through four defenders en route to a 76-yard touchdown as well as the game-winning eight-yard score. Dallas won the game 24–20.[12] In the Divisional Round against the Green Bay Packers, Williams drew a pass interference in the first quarter that led to a touchdown and also scored on a 38-yard touchdown reception, but he was a non-factor in the second half of the game. The Cowboys lost on the road by a score of 26–21.[13]

2015 season

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Williams in 2015

With leading wide receiver Dez Bryant missing most of the season, Williams failed to show that he was ready to be a number one receiver, which was complicated by the fact that Williams played with four different starting quarterbacks with varying degrees of knowledge of the team's offense.

Williams had a career-game statistically in the regular-season finale against the Washington Redskins, making eight receptions for 173 yards during a 34–23 loss with Kellen Moore as the starting quarterback.[14] Williams had only two games where he registered over 80 receiving yards and finished the season with 52 receptions for 840 yards and three touchdowns in 16 games and 13 starts.[15]

2016 season

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During the season-opener against the Giants, Williams caught the ball near the end of the game but did not run out of bounds, allowing the Giants to narrowly win 20–19. He finished the game with three receptions for 34 yards.[16] Three weeks later, Williams caught four passes for 44 yards and his first touchdown of the season against the San Francisco 49ers in a 24–17 road victory.[17] In the regular-season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles, Williams caught a three-yard touchdown in what would prove to be the final play of Tony Romo's career.[18] Williams finished the 27–13 road loss with three receptions for 33 yards and the aforementioned touchdown.[19]

Williams finished the season with 44 receptions for 594 yards and four touchdowns in 16 games and starts.[20] In the Divisional Round against the Packers, Williams had four receptions for 68 yards as the Cowboys lost 34–31.[21]

2017 season

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On March 10, 2017, Williams signed a four-year, $17 million contract extension with the Cowboys.[22]

During a Week 9 28–17 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs, Williams had his best game of the season, catching nine passes for 141 yards.[23] Williams finished the season with a career-high 53 receptions for 568 yards in 16 games and 14 starts.[24]

2018 season

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Williams was limited during training camp while recovering from offseason foot surgery.[25]

Williams played in the first three games of the season before aggravating the foot injury. He was placed on injured reserve on October 6, 2018.[26] On October 18, Williams was suspended for three games by the NFL for breaking the substance abuse policy.[27]

On February 18, 2019, the Cowboys declined the option on the final year on Williams’ contract, making him a free agent at the start of the new league year.[28]

St. Louis BattleHawks

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In October 2019, Williams was selected by the St. Louis BattleHawks in the 2020 XFL Supplemental Draft.[29] He was waived during final roster cuts on January 22, 2020.[30]

Massachusetts Pirates

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Williams signed with the Massachusetts Pirates of the Indoor Football League (IFL) in April 2021.[31]

Ottawa Redblacks

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The Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League (CFL) announced that Williams had signed with the team on September 13, 2021,[32] but was released on October 8.[33]

Fan Controlled Football

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On March 13, 2022, Williams was selected by the Knights of Degen in the seventh round of the first FCF draft of the second season. He made his debut against the Bored Ape FC on March 16, recording a completed two-point conversion and a nine-yard reception.[34] Through the weekly draft, Willams was selected by the Zappers. At 0–4, Willams helped propel the team to their first win of the season, connecting on his third touchdown catch of the season from Johnny Manziel.

Galgos de Tijuana

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On January 17, 2023, Williams signed with the Galgos de Tijuana of the Mexican Liga de Fútbol Americano Profesional (LFA) ahead of the 2023 LFA season.[35]

NFL career statistics

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Regular season

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Year Team Games Receiving Rushing Fumbles
GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Att Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
2013 DAL 16 8 44 736 16.7 82 5 3 4 1.3 5 0 2 2
2014 DAL 16 16 37 621 16.8 51 8 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2015 DAL 16 13 52 840 16.2 42 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2016 DAL 16 16 44 594 13.5 47 4 0 0 0 0 0 1 1
2017 DAL 16 14 53 568 10.7 56 0 2 15 7.5 9 0 0 0
2018 DAL 3 2 2 18 9.0 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Career 83 68 232 3,377 14.6 82 20 5 19 3.8 9 0 3 3

Postseason

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Year Team Games Receiving Rushing Fumbles
GP GS Rec Yds Avg Lng TD Att Yds Avg Lng TD Fum Lost
2014 DAL 2 2 4 130 32.5 76 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
2016 DAL 1 1 4 68 17.0 24 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Career 3 3 8 198 24.8 76 3 0 0 0.0 0 0 0 0
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On May 19, 2018, Williams was arrested in Frisco, Texas, on suspicion of misdemeanor public intoxication after his car was found crashed into a light pole. Williams was later released on bond.[36] On August 1, public intoxication charges were dismissed after he completed a state-mandated Alcohol Awareness Education course.[37]

See also

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from Grokipedia
Terrance Williams (born September 18, 1989) is an American former professional football who played primarily for the of the (). Williams attended , where he excelled as a for the , appearing in 51 games with 34 starts and ranking sixth in school history for kickoff returns. In his senior year of 2012, he led the nation with 1,832 receiving yards on 97 receptions and 12 touchdowns, earning unanimous first-team All-American honors and finishing as a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award as the top receiver in . Selected by the in the third round (74th overall) of the , Williams spent six seasons with the team from 2013 to 2018, playing in 83 regular-season games and starting 68. Over his NFL career, he amassed 232 receptions for 3,377 yards and 23 touchdowns, contributing as a key deep-threat option alongside teammates like and . His tenure included notable performances in playoff games, though it was marred by injuries and a three-game suspension in 2018 for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. Following his release by the Cowboys in 2019, Williams continued his professional career in various leagues, including the XFL, CFL, and a stint with the of the Mexican Liga de Fútbol Americano in 2023.

Early life and high school career

Early life

Terrance Williams was born on September 8, 1989, in Dallas, Texas. He is the son of Angela F. Brown and Jeff Brown. Limited public information is available about his immediate family, but he grew up alongside siblings including brothers Cory, A.J., and Kenneth. Williams was raised in a Dallas neighborhood that nurtured his early passion for football, with his brothers playing a key role in encouraging his athletic development by recognizing his natural ability to catch passes. He and his older brother even made a childhood pact to support their mother if they achieved success in life. This formative environment in the area provided Williams with initial exposure to sports, primarily football, setting the stage for his later pursuits. He eventually attended W. T. White High School in .

High school career

Williams attended W.T. White High School in , , where he played and . As a senior, he recorded 59 receptions for 972 receiving yards and eight touchdowns, earning first-team District 11-5A honors at and honorable-mention Class 5A All-State recognition at . Rated as a two-star recruit by Rivals.com, Williams received scholarship offers from Baylor and Colorado State before committing to Baylor.

College career

Early college years (2008–2011)

Terrance Williams redshirted his true freshman season in 2008 at Baylor University, sitting out all games while participating on the scout team to preserve a year of eligibility. Under head coach Art Briles, who had taken over the program in 2008, Williams focused on development during this period without recording any statistics. As a redshirt in 2009, Williams transitioned to a rotational role on offense while primarily contributing on special teams as a kick returner. He appeared in all 12 games, catching just three passes for 61 yards, with no touchdowns, and returned 31 kickoffs for 745 yards. His limited receiving snaps reflected Baylor's depth at , but he began building experience in Briles' . Williams' involvement grew in 2010 as a , where he played in all 13 games and recorded 43 receptions for 484 yards and four touchdowns, establishing himself as a complementary option to star receiver . He continued returning kicks, averaging 21.4 yards on 20 attempts, and showed big-play potential with a career-long 76-yard touchdown reception against . By his junior year in 2011, Williams earned a more prominent offensive role, starting multiple games and finishing with 59 receptions for 957 yards and 11 touchdowns over 12 appearances. His performance included standout games like eight catches for 154 yards and a touchdown against Oklahoma State, earning him honorable mention All-Big 12 honors from both the and conference coaches. Over his first three active seasons from 2009 to 2011, Williams accumulated 105 receptions for 1,502 yards and 15 touchdowns, gradually increasing his snap count from a reserve to a key rotational and starting wideout in Briles' system. This progression highlighted his development as a deep threat and blocker, setting the stage for greater contributions in his senior year.

2012 breakout season

In 2012, Terrance Williams experienced a breakout senior season at , emerging as one of the nation's premier wide receivers. He recorded 97 receptions for 1,832 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns, leading the NCAA in receiving yards while setting a Baylor single-season record. This performance marked a significant leap from his earlier college years, where he had shown steady development but lower production. Williams delivered several record-setting performances that highlighted his explosiveness. Against on September 29, he hauled in 17 receptions for 314 yards and two , establishing Baylor single-game records for both receptions and receiving yards in a high-scoring 70-63 loss. Later, in a pivotal 52-24 upset victory over No. 1 Kansas State on November 17—Baylor's first win over a top-ranked team—he contributed five receptions for 87 yards and one , including a crucial 22-yard score that helped extend the lead. His dominant season earned Williams unanimous first-team All-American honors from the , making him the sixth such selection in Baylor history and the first to achieve consensus status since 1980. Additionally, he was named a finalist for the Biletnikoff Award, recognizing the nation's top receiver and solidifying his status as a leading NFL draft prospect.

Professional career

Dallas Cowboys (2013–2018)

Terrance Williams was selected by the in the third round (74th overall) of the out of . As a in 2013, he appeared in all 16 games, starting eight, and recorded 44 receptions for 736 yards and five touchdowns, emerging as a reliable deep threat in the Cowboys' offense. One of his highlights came in a Week 6 victory over the Washington Redskins, where he caught a 15-yard touchdown pass from in the third quarter, contributing to a 31-16 win. Over his six seasons with from 2013 to 2018, Williams established himself as the primary third behind star and slot receiver , playing a key role in ' passing attack that emphasized big plays and red-zone efficiency. In 83 regular-season games (68 starts), he amassed 232 receptions for 3,377 yards and 20 touchdowns, with career highs in 2015 (52 receptions, 840 yards) and 2014 (eight touchdowns). His contributions included performances, such as a 51-yard reception that set up the game-winning drive in a 24-23 comeback victory against in Week 16 of 2013. On March 10, 2017, Williams secured his future with the team by signing a four-year, $17 million contract extension, which included $5.1 million guaranteed. Williams' tenure faced challenges toward the end, particularly in 2018, when a broken foot suffered during the offseason required surgery and sidelined him for most of the year; he appeared in only three games, managing just two catches for 18 yards. His production had declined from prior seasons, averaging under 40 yards per game in 2017 amid increased competition in the receiving corps. On February 18, 2019, the Cowboys declined the $4.25 million option on his contract for the 2019 season, freeing up cap space and allowing him to enter unrestricted free agency after six years with the franchise.

St. Louis BattleHawks (XFL)

As an unrestricted free agent, Terrance Williams was selected by the St. Louis BattleHawks in the XFL's supplemental draft on November 22, 2019. Williams signed with the BattleHawks but was waived on January 22, 2020, as the team finalized its roster ahead of the league's inaugural season opener on February 8. The revived XFL, launched by WWE co-founder Vince McMahon as a professional spring football league, sought to differentiate itself from the NFL through innovative rules designed to accelerate gameplay and boost entertainment value, including a 25-second play clock, elimination of traditional extra-point kicks in favor of one-point rushes or two-point passes, a modified kickoff setup to reduce injuries, and a double-forward-pass allowance on certain plays. As a six-year veteran with over 200 career receptions, Williams was viewed as a key addition to provide leadership, route-running expertise, and depth to the BattleHawks' young receiving group in this experimental league environment. The XFL suspended operations on March 12, 2020, after five weeks of games due to the , ultimately canceling the season and filing for shortly thereafter, though Williams' tenure had already concluded.

Massachusetts Pirates (IFL)

Williams signed with the Massachusetts Pirates of the (IFL) in April 2021, marking his transition to indoor professional football after a stint in the XFL. This move came as Williams sought to revive his professional career in a league known for its high-scoring, fast-paced games on a confined field. In the 2021 IFL season, Williams appeared in four games for as a , adapting to the indoor format's emphasis on quick routes and short-area explosiveness. He recorded 14 receptions for 143 yards, averaging 10.2 yards per catch, with one —contributing to the team's offensive efforts in a limited role. His longest reception was 21 yards, highlighting the constrained playing space compared to outdoor leagues. Williams' time with the Pirates proved short-lived, spanning only the early part of the season as he continued pursuing opportunities at higher levels of professional football.

Ottawa Redblacks (CFL)

In September 2021, Terrance Williams signed with the of the Canadian Football League (CFL) as a American import player, aiming to revive his professional career following a stint in indoor football. This move came late in the , with Williams participating in team practices to adapt to the league's unique aspects, including its wider field dimensions and distinct rules such as 12 players per side and three downs per possession. Despite his experience, Williams did not appear in any regular-season games for the Redblacks, remaining on the practice roster amid roster decisions during the team's rebuilding phase. His tenure ended abruptly when he was released by the club on October 8, 2021, just weeks after joining, highlighting the competitive challenges for import players in securing playing time in the CFL.

Fan Controlled Football

In 2022, Terrance Williams joined (FCF), an innovative arena-style league where fans remotely control plays via app voting, emphasizing entertainment and short-field action on a 50-yard turf. He debuted with the Knights of Degen, catching a conversion pass over a defender in the first half of their Week 1 matchup against FC on April 16. In Week 2, Williams contributed offensively by hauling in a reception that narrowed the Knights' deficit to two points late in the game against the Gladiators, showcasing his experience as a former NFL starter amid the league's high-scoring, fan-driven format. Williams later transferred to the Zappers, where he formed part of a veteran receiving corps that included high-profile names like early in the season. With quarterback under center, he extended the Zappers' lead to 22-0 in Week 5 by catching a scoring strike from Manziel, highlighting his role in the team's turnaround from an 0-4 start. During a crucial regular-season victory that clinched a playoff spot, Williams lateral-ed the ball to an offensive lineman for a on a , aiding the Zappers' improbable surge. The Zappers advanced to the FCF , with Williams remaining active in the postseason. In the semifinals on June 4, Manziel delivered a precise pass to Williams for a key gain. Williams also featured in the game on June 12, where he secured a 32-yard reception from Deshawn Bryant in response to an opponent score, contributing to the Zappers' eventual victory for the league title despite the season's limited eight-week regular schedule and his short overall stint. This appearance in FCF followed a brief with the in the CFL earlier that year, underscoring Williams' efforts to extend his professional career in non-traditional formats.

Galgos de Tijuana (LFA)

Terrance Williams signed with the Galgos de Tijuana of Mexico's Liga de Fútbol Americano Profesional (LFA) on January 17, 2023, marking his entry into international professional football ahead of the 2023 season. As a prominent wide receiver, Williams played a central role in the team's offense within the burgeoning LFA, a league aimed at expanding American football's reach in Mexico. He contributed to early-season successes, including multiple receptions and touchdowns that helped secure the Galgos' first victory of the campaign. Over the 10-game regular season, Williams amassed 679 receiving yards—ranking eighth league-wide—and four touchdowns, tied for 14th, while recording six drops, tied for seventh. The Galgos finished the regular season with a 5-5 record but did not advance to the playoffs, concluding Williams' documented professional career to date as of 2025, with no subsequent contracts announced.

Career statistics

NFL regular season

Terrance Williams played as a wide receiver for the from 2013 to 2018, appearing in 83 games. Over his NFL career, he recorded 232 receptions for 3,377 yards and 20 touchdowns, along with 5 rushing attempts for 19 yards. He also had 3 fumbles during play. The following table summarizes Williams' regular season statistics by year, including games played (G), games started (GS), receiving receptions (Rec), receiving yards (Yds), receiving touchdowns (TD), rushing attempts (Att), rushing yards (Rush Yds), rushing touchdowns (Rush TD), and fumbles (Fmb).
YearTeamGGSRecYdsTDAttRush YdsRush TDFmb
20131684473653402
201416163762180000
201516135284030000
201616154459440001
161453568021500
3221800000
Career83682323,3772051903
Williams' peak performance came in , when he led his career with 52 receptions for 840 yards and 3 touchdowns, establishing himself as a reliable target in ' passing game. His 2014 season was notable for a career-high 8 receiving touchdowns on 37 catches for yards, highlighting his red-zone effectiveness.

NFL postseason

Terrance Williams appeared in three postseason games during his tenure with the , all as a starter, recording 8 receptions for 198 yards and 3 touchdowns. His playoff contributions were limited compared to his regular season role, where he amassed over 3,000 receiving yards across six seasons. In the 2014 NFC Wild Card round against the Detroit Lions on January 4, 2015, Williams caught 3 passes for 92 yards, including two touchdowns on plays of 76 and 8 yards, helping the Cowboys secure a 24–20 victory. The following week in the NFC Divisional round versus the Green Bay Packers on January 11, 2015, he had 1 reception for 38 yards and 1 touchdown in a 26–21 loss. Williams' final playoff appearance came in the 2016 NFC Divisional round against the Packers on January 15, 2017, where he recorded 4 catches for 68 yards but no scores in a 34–31 defeat.
YearDateOpponentRoundGSRecYdsTDLng
2014Jan 4Wild Card1392276
2014Jan 11Divisional1138138
2016Jan 15Divisional1468024
Career Totals---38198376

Off-field incidents

Arrests and charges

On May 19, 2018, Terrance Williams was arrested in , for misdemeanor after his crashed into a light pole near the team's practice facility around 4:45 a.m. and he left the scene. Police responding to the single-vehicle accident found the car abandoned and registered to Williams; they later located him nearby riding an electric scooter. He was released from the Frisco Detention Center later that morning on a $369 bond. The investigation revealed signs of impairment, with and footage showing Williams struggling to maintain balance, slurring his speech, and falling off the scooter during the encounter with officers; he initially denied driving the vehicle but video evidence from nearby linked him to the crash. Although police considered additional charges such as leaving the scene of an accident, no further charges were filed beyond the misdemeanor. In August 2018, the charge was dismissed after Williams completed a state-mandated alcohol awareness education course and paid full restitution for the damages caused by the crash. No prior arrests for Williams were documented in public records from his college years at or earlier professional tenure. In October 2018, Miami Beach police investigated Williams for his alleged involvement in a hotel room altercation at the Hotel. According to reports, Instagram model Nicole Zavala claimed she was physically removed from Williams' room by one of his friends after a verbal dispute, during which the friend grabbed her arm. Williams denied any physical involvement, stating he had asked Zavala to leave due to her mentioning a boyfriend and that no occurred. No charges were filed against Williams or his associate as a result of the investigation. The incident drew significant media attention and contributed to ongoing questions about Williams' conduct during his time with .

League suspensions

In October 2018, the suspended wide receiver Terrance Williams for three games without pay for violating the league's Policy and Program on Substances of Abuse. The disciplinary action was linked to his in May 2018 on a charge. Williams served the suspension while on injured reserve due to a foot injury sustained earlier in the season, which meant the penalty did not result in additional missed playing time beyond his recovery period. Overall, the 2018 season saw Williams appear in only three games, where he recorded two receptions for 18 yards, contributing to a diminished role as he dealt with both the injury and disciplinary measures. Under the NFL's in effect at the time, such violations—particularly those involving alcohol-related incidents—could trigger suspensions of varying length based on circumstances, even for a . As Williams' initial breach of the , the three-game ban also required his enrollment in the league's mandatory program, aimed at , treatment, and monitoring to prevent future violations. This program includes clinical evaluations, counseling, and to support player rehabilitation and compliance.

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