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Trey Williams (born December 11, 1992) is an American former professional football running back. He signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent in 2015. Williams has also been a member of the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, Indianapolis Colts, Pittsburgh Steelers, Toronto Argonauts, San Antonio Commanders, Seattle Dragons, Calgary Stampeders, New Jersey Generals and Pittsburgh Maulers. He played college football for the Texas A&M Aggies.

Key Information

Early life

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Williams attended Dekaney High School in Spring, Texas, a suburb of north Houston, where he was a three-year letterer and starting tailback for the Dekaney football team. As a sophomore, he rushed for 1,930 yards, 18 touchdowns, and was named District 13-5A Newcomer of the Year. As a junior, he had 251 carries for 2,290 yards and 20 touchdowns, receiving District 13-5A MVP and Class 5A second-team All-State honors.

As a senior, he had 447 carries for 3,890 yards, 48 touchdowns, 10 kickoff returns for 346 yards and 2 touchdowns, to go along with 6 punt returns for 113 yards and one touchdown. He helped lead Dekaney High School to its first ever state championship game, where the Wildcats beat previously undefeated Cibolo Steele High School 34–14 to win the championship. Dekaney was ranked the 23rd best team in the nation by Maxpreps, and Williams himself was listed as a 5-star recruit by 247sports. He was ranked as the 2nd best running back in the nation, the 4th best player in Texas, and the 18th overall best athlete in the nation. ESPN also called Williams the "fastest player in high school football".

Trey Williams finished his high school career with 8,110 yards rushing yards (8.7-yard avg.) and 86 touchdowns. He accepted an offer from Texas A&M over offers from Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Baylor, Florida, Louisville, LSU, Notre Dame, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Oregon, Texas, and several other colleges.

Trey Williams additionally played baseball and had a .383 batting average.

College career

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As a true freshman, he was the team's fourth leading rusher with 376 yards on 65 carries and 5 rushing touchdowns.

As a sophomore, he was used as an all-purpose running back, tallying 407 rushing yards (7-yard avg.), 6 rushing touchdowns, 10 receptions for 54 receiving yards and 706 kickoff return yards for 1,167 all-purpose yards. He averaged 25.2 yards per return, including a career-long return of 97 yards against Mississippi State University. He had 83 rushing yards against the University of Arkansas. He scored two touchdowns against the University of Mississippi

As a junior, he led the team with 474 rushing yards and 6 touchdowns on 70 carries (6.8-yard avg.). He also made 14 receptions for 59 yards, 13 returns for 318 yards, including a 75-yard return against the University of Alabama. He was second on the team with 851 all-purpose yards. He rushed for 1,343 yards on 204 carries with 18 touchdowns during his college career.

He ultimately decided to forego his senior season and instead declared for the 2015 NFL draft.[1][2]

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
5 ft 7+12 in
(1.71 m)
195 lb
(88 kg)
29+78 in
(0.76 m)
8+14 in
(0.21 m)
4.47 s 1.55 s 2.58 s 4.12 s 6.84 s 33.5 in
(0.85 m)
9 ft 11 in
(3.02 m)
18 reps
All values from NFL Combine/Pro Day[3][4]

Washington Redskins

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Williams was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Washington Redskins after the 2015 NFL Draft on May 7.[5][6] On his first-ever professional football carry, Williams rushed for a 38-yard gain against the Dallas Cowboys in the preseason.

Dallas Cowboys (first stint)

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On November 4, 2015, he was signed by the Cowboys from the practice squad of the Washington Redskins to replace the recently waived Joseph Randle.[7][8] He was declared inactive due to injury for four games, before being released on November 30 to make room for quarterback Kellen Moore.

New England Patriots

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Williams was claimed off waivers by the New England Patriots on December 1, 2015. On December 10, 2015, Williams was waived. Williams was re-signed to New England's practice squad on December 12, 2015. On December 16, 2015, he was released by the Patriots.[9]

Miami Dolphins

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On December 17, 2015, Williams was signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad.

Indianapolis Colts

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On December 21, 2015, Williams was signed off of the Dolphins practice squad by the Indianapolis Colts.[10] He appeared in two games, where he rushed for 12 yards on two carries. Williams was released by the Colts on August 29, 2016.[11]

Pittsburgh Steelers

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On February 14, 2017, Williams was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers.[12] He appeared in one game in the preseason and returned a punt for a 64-yard touchdown. He was waived on September 2, 2017.[13]

Toronto Argonauts (first stint)

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On October 9, 2017, Williams signed a practice roster agreement with the Toronto Argonauts of the Canadian Football League (CFL) and was released a week later.

Dallas Cowboys (second stint)

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On November 2, 2017, Williams was signed to the Cowboys' practice squad for running back depth after the reinstatement of Ezekiel Elliott's 6-game suspension.[14] He was promoted to the active roster on November 26, 2017, where he appeared on special teams.[15] On December 18, 2017, he was waived by the Cowboys and re-signed to the practice squad.[16]

He signed a reserve/future contract with the Cowboys on January 1, 2018.[17] He was waived on September 1.[18]

San Antonio Commanders

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On January 2, 2019, Williams signed with the San Antonio Commanders of the Alliance of American Football.[19] He was a backup behind Kenneth Farrow until the league folded in April 2019.[20] Although he missed several games due to an undisclosed shoulder injury, he posted 40 carries for 205 yards (5.12-yard avg.) and one touchdown.

Seattle Dragons

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In October 2019, Williams was a number one pick by the Seattle Dragons via the 2020 XFL draft.[21] In March, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the league announced that it would be cancelling the rest of the season.[22] He had 34 carries for 127 yards (third on the team) and a touchdown, additionally catching 8 passes for 44 yards and another touchdown.[23] He had his contract terminated when the league suspended operations on April 10, 2020.[24]

Calgary Stampeders

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Williams signed with the Calgary Stampeders of the CFL on March 19, 2021.[25] He was released at the end of training camp on July 29, 2021.

Toronto Argonauts (second stint)

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On August 10, 2021, Williams signed with the Argonauts.[26] He was released in October 2021.

New Jersey Generals

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On February 22, 2022, Trey Williams was drafted in the United States Football League's inaugural draft to the New Jersey Generals. Williams would have several starts throughout the season and would go onto rush for 579 yards and 2 touchdowns on 118 carries, with 126 receiving yards and one more touchdown.[27] He ran for a 62-yard touchdown against the Philadelphia Stars, in a play that was named the USFL's Play of the Week.

Pittsburgh Maulers

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On October 4, 2023, Williams signed with the Pittsburgh Maulers of the USFL.[28] The Maulers folded when the XFL and USFL merged to create the United Football League (UFL).[29]

Memphis Showboats

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On February 19, 2024, Williams signed with the Memphis Showboats of the United Football League (UFL).[30] He was released on April 15, 2024.[31]

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Trey Williams (born December 11, 1992) is an American football running back who played college football for the Texas A&M Aggies and pursued a professional career across multiple leagues, including the National Football League (NFL), Canadian Football League (CFL), Alliance of American Football (AAF), XFL, United States Football League (USFL), and United Football League (UFL). Williams attended Spring Dekaney High School in , where he excelled as a , amassing over 8,000 rushing yards in his career and recording 3,890 yards and 48 touchdowns in his senior season alone. At from 2012 to 2014, he appeared in 36 games, rushing for 1,343 yards on 204 carries with an average of 6.6 yards per attempt and 18 touchdowns, while also contributing as a kick returner with notable speed and versatility. His college performance, including a standout freshman year with 376 rushing yards and 5 touchdowns as a versatile rusher and returner, highlighted his explosive playmaking ability despite his compact 5-foot-7 frame. After going undrafted in the , Williams signed with the Washington Redskins as a but spent much of his early professional tenure on practice squads across teams like the , , , and , appearing in just two games with the Colts in 2015 for 12 rushing yards. He later found more consistent opportunities in spring leagues, rushing for 205 yards and one in six games with the San Antonio Commanders of the AAF in 2019, followed by 122 yards and one in five games for the Seattle Dragons in the . Williams achieved his most productive professional stretch in the USFL, where he ran for 784 yards and four s over 2022 and 2023 with the , including a 579-yard, two- campaign in 2022. He appeared in three games for the in the UFL during the 2024 season before becoming a . Throughout his career, Williams has been recognized for his agility, vision, and return skills, though injuries and roster competition limited his opportunities in the .

Early life and high school

Upbringing

Trey Williams was born on December 11, 1992, in , . He grew up in the Houston area, specifically in the suburb of Spring, where he was raised by his parents, Phillip Sr. and , alongside his older brothers, Philip Jr. (15 years his senior) and Tyson (six years older). Family anecdotes highlight his early athletic prowess, including climbing out of his crib as a baby and walking at just seven months old, traits that foreshadowed his future in sports. Williams' early exposure to football came through informal training sessions in his family's front yard with his father and brother Tyson, instilling a foundation in the sport amid Houston's rich football culture. These experiences, combined with his roots, fueled a competitive drive evident from toddlerhood, such as when he agilely dodged his brother during a playful chase at age three. While specific details on organized youth programs remain limited, his upbringing in a football-passionate environment in the Houston region shaped his initial passion for the game. This early foundation transitioned into his high school career at Dekaney High School in .

High school career

Trey Williams attended Dekaney High School in , a suburb of , where he played football as a . Over his high school career, Williams amassed 8,110 rushing yards and 86 touchdowns on 935 carries, establishing himself as one of the most prolific rushers in history. His performance showcased exceptional speed, with a reported time of 4.37 seconds, and versatility as an all-purpose back capable of contributing in rushing, receiving, and return roles. In his senior year of 2011, Williams led the Dekaney Wildcats to their first state football championship in school history, defeating the previously undefeated Cibolo Steele High School 34–14 in the Class 5A Division II title game. During that season, he rushed for 3,884 yards and 48 touchdowns, earning recognition as the Offensive MVP of the championship game after gaining 197 rushing yards and scoring three touchdowns. Williams concluded his high school career as a highly touted recruit, rated as a five-star prospect by and ranked No. 56 overall in the ESPNU 150, the No. 5 nationally. He also earned a No. 21 national ranking and No. 4 spot from , drawing interest from multiple college programs for his explosive playmaking ability.

College career

2012 season

As a true freshman in 2012, Trey Williams joined Texas A&M's roster and saw action in all 13 games, contributing to the team's transition into the Southeastern Conference (SEC). His high school reputation as a highly rated recruit helped facilitate a smooth adjustment to college-level play. Williams primarily served as a running back in Texas A&M's high-powered offense, led by quarterback Johnny Manziel, where he recorded 65 rushing attempts for 376 yards, averaging 5.8 yards per carry, and scored 5 touchdowns. He ranked as the Aggies' fourth-leading rusher that season. Additionally, Williams emerged as a key kick return specialist, handling 25 returns for 557 yards, which bolstered his all-purpose yardage total of 1,104. These contributions highlighted his versatility in a backfield that supported Manziel's dynamic passing attack.

2013 season

In 2013, as a for the , Trey Williams appeared in 11 games without any starts, building on his freshman kick return experience to contribute across multiple facets of the team's offense. He rushed 58 times for 407 yards, averaging 7.0 yards per carry with a longest run of 31 yards and scoring 6 touchdowns, demonstrating improved efficiency in carrying the ball compared to his rookie year. Williams also added 10 receptions for 54 yards and handled 28 kick returns for 706 yards, averaging 25.2 yards per return, which contributed to his total of 1,167 for the season. Despite dealing with a minor ankle injury that caused him to miss two games against State and , he showcased versatility in Texas A&M's spread offense under head coach , often providing explosive plays in both the rushing and return games.

2014 season

In his junior season at Texas A&M in 2014, Trey Williams emerged as a versatile contributor on offense and special teams, rushing for 560 yards on 81 carries with an average of 6.9 yards per attempt and scoring 7 . He also added 105 receiving yards on 16 catches, including 1 touchdown, while returning 17 kickoffs for 421 yards at an average of 24.8 yards per return. These multifaceted performances highlighted his speed and elusiveness, positioning him as a dynamic capable of impacting games in multiple roles. Following the Aggies' 8-5 campaign, Williams announced his decision to forgo his senior year and declare for the as an underclassman. Over three seasons at Texas A&M, he amassed 1,343 rushing yards and 18 rushing touchdowns, capping a college career marked by steady development in all-purpose production.

Professional career

Washington Redskins

After going undrafted in the following his junior season at Texas A&M, Trey Williams signed with the Washington Redskins as an undrafted free agent on May 7, 2015. Williams participated in the Redskins' rookie minicamp in early May, where he impressed coaches with his speed and versatility as a and , before joining the full in late July. During training camp and the preseason, he gained brief exposure to the NFL's faster pace and complex defensive schemes, appearing in limited reps primarily on special teams. On August 31, 2015—the day of the NFL's final roster cuts—Williams was waived by to reach the 53-man active roster limit, though he was re-signed to their the following week on September 6. This short tenure marked his initial foray into professional football, highlighting the challenges undrafted rookies face in securing a spot amid competition from established players.

Dallas Cowboys (first stint)

Following his release from the Washington Redskins' , Trey Williams signed with the ' active roster on November 4, 2015, to replace the recently cut . As an undrafted rookie , Williams provided depth behind starters and , adhering to rules that required him to remain on the 53-man roster for at least three weeks after being signed from another team's . Williams spent approximately four weeks with the Cowboys, participating in practices and contributing to the team's preparation without appearing in any regular-season games. During this period, he gained exposure to the Cowboys' depth chart, which emphasized a mix of power and speed in the backfield amid injuries and roster adjustments. His tenure allowed him to adapt to the ' offensive scheme under coordinator , focusing on versatile roles for running backs. On November 30, 2015, the Cowboys waived Williams from the active roster as part of midseason roster management.

New England Patriots

On December 1, 2015, the New England Patriots claimed running back Trey Williams off waivers from the Dallas Cowboys, following his recent release from the Cowboys' practice squad. Williams, an undrafted rookie out of Texas A&M, joined a contending Patriots team amid their 2015 season push but saw limited involvement during his brief tenure. He was inactive for New England's Week 13 loss to the on December 6, 2015, and did not appear in any games. The Patriots released Williams on December 10, 2015, just nine days after acquiring him, as they adjusted their roster depth at . He was subsequently signed to their before being released again on December 16, 2015. This quick turnover underscored Williams' emerging status early in his professional career, marked by rapid transitions between teams in search of opportunities.

Miami Dolphins

Following his release from the New England Patriots practice squad on December 16, 2015, Williams was signed to the Miami Dolphins' practice squad three days later on December 17, 2015. This move came during a turbulent 2015 season for the Dolphins, who fired head coach Joe Philbin after an 0-3 start and finished 6-10 under interim offensive coordinator Bill Lazor, marking a transitional period before the hiring of Adam Gase in 2016. Williams' tenure with Miami was extremely brief, lasting just four days before the Indianapolis Colts signed him off the Dolphins' on December 21, 2015. He saw no on-field action during his time with the team and did not contribute to the Dolphins' backfield, which was led by primary rushers and amid the season's instability.

Indianapolis Colts

On December 21, 2015, the signed Trey Williams to their active roster off the ' to provide depth at the position amid late-season injuries. In his debut the following week against the Dolphins on December 27, Williams appeared on special teams, contributing four snaps without offensive involvement. He saw his first offensive action in the regular-season finale against the on January 3, 2016, where he rushed twice for 12 yards, averaging 6.0 yards per carry, while also logging two offensive snaps. Williams returned to the Colts for the 2016 preseason, where he served primarily as a special teams asset and backup , appearing in multiple exhibition games and recording limited carries, including eight rushes for 10 yards overall. This stint followed a pattern of brief 2015 tryouts with other teams, offering him a more extended opportunity for development in . The Colts waived Williams on August 29, 2016, as part of final roster cuts before the regular season.

Pittsburgh Steelers

On February 13, 2017, Trey Williams signed with the as part of their offseason roster building following the 2016 season. During the 2017 preseason, Williams contributed on special teams, notably returning a punt 64 yards for a in a Week 2 victory over the on August 20, 2017, which helped the Steelers overcome a 13-point halftime deficit. He was released by the Steelers on September 1, 2017, prior to the start of the regular season. Williams' brief tenure provided him exposure to the Steelers' high-powered offense, anchored by quarterback and featuring explosive playmakers like and , though his primary role remained on special teams.

Toronto Argonauts (first stint)

Williams signed with the of the Canadian Football League (CFL) on October 10, 2017, joining the team's practice roster as an international following his release from the Pittsburgh Steelers' preseason roster. His tenure with was short-lived, lasting approximately three weeks on the practice roster with no appearances in regular season games, reflecting limited opportunities to contribute during the 2017 campaign. Williams was released by on October 31, 2017, as the team adjusted its roster ahead of the playoffs.

Dallas Cowboys (second stint)

On November 3, 2017, Trey Williams signed with the Dallas Cowboys' practice squad to provide running back depth during Ezekiel Elliott's suspension. He was elevated to the active roster on November 27, 2017, but did not appear in any games during his time there. Williams was waived by the Cowboys on December 19, 2017, but re-signed to their practice squad two days later on December 21. He remained with the team through the end of the 2017 season and signed a reserve/future contract on January 1, 2018, carrying him into the 2018 offseason. Throughout his second stint, Williams focused on practice squad duties, contributing to the Cowboys' preparations without seeing game action, drawing on his familiarity from an earlier 2015 stint with the team. He was waived again on August 3, 2018, concluding his time with Dallas.

San Antonio Commanders

After being released by the Dallas Cowboys in August 2018, Trey Williams joined the of the (AAF) in January 2019 to pursue further professional playing opportunities. Williams appeared in six games for the Commanders during the league's inaugural season, primarily serving as a . He rushed 40 times for 205 yards, averaging 5.1 yards per carry, with a longest run of 30 yards and one . In addition, he contributed through the air with nine receptions for 71 yards and another , demonstrating his versatility as an all-purpose back in the AAF's offensive scheme. Despite missing the first two games due to a foot injury, Williams made an impactful debut on March 1, 2019, against the , rushing for 75 yards on seven carries and catching two passes for 13 yards. The Commanders finished the regular season with a 5-3 record, but Williams' stint ended abruptly when the AAF suspended operations on March 9, 2019, after eight weeks of play, citing ongoing financial difficulties that ultimately led to the league's folding.

Seattle Dragons

Trey Williams was selected by the Seattle Dragons as their first overall pick in the skill positions phase of the 2020 XFL Draft on October 15, 2019. The 5-foot-8 running back, who had previously played in the Alliance of American Football, brought versatility as both a rusher and receiver to the Dragons' backfield alongside Kenneth Farrow and Ja'Quan Gardner. In five games during the XFL's inaugural season, Williams recorded 34 carries for 122 rushing yards and one , ranking third on the team in rushing output. He also contributed through the air, catching a 13-yard pass in the Dragons' season opener against the on February 8, 2020. His efforts helped provide depth to Seattle's ground game, though the team struggled offensively with a 1-4 record. The XFL suspended operations indefinitely on March 12, 2020, after Week 5 due to the , leaving no opportunity for a championship game or . Throughout his stint, Williams adapted to the league's distinctive rules, including a kickoff format where the ball is kicked from the 30-yard line with the return team aligned at their 35-yard line to encourage more returns, and an system featuring alternating attempts from the 5-yard line over five rounds.

Calgary Stampeders

Trey Williams signed with the of the Canadian Football League (CFL) as an American and kick returner on March 19, 2021. Following a stint in the XFL with the Dragons, where he was selected as the first overall draft pick and contributed on special teams and in limited rushing roles, Williams joined the Stampeders to compete for a roster spot in the competitive Western Division. During , Williams saw limited but showed promise in adapting to the CFL's style of play, including its wider field and emphasis on kick returns. He performed well in the team's intra-squad Red & White scrimmage, demonstrating his speed and elusiveness against Western Division-caliber competition in practice settings. In a mid-camp on , 2021, Williams noted his growing comfort with the playbook and pride in his progress, highlighting his exposure to the physicality and strategic elements of CFL offenses. Despite these efforts, released Williams on July 29, 2021, at the conclusion of , prior to the regular season. As a result, he did not play in any preseason or regular-season games for and recorded no official statistics during his brief tenure.

Toronto Argonauts (second stint)

On August 10, 2021, the signed Trey Williams to their practice roster, marking his return to the team after a brief stint in 2017. This move came shortly after Williams was released from the ' earlier that summer. Williams remained on the ' practice for the remainder of the shortened 2021 CFL regular season but did not appear in any games, resulting in zero rushing attempts, yards, or touchdowns. His role focused on providing depth and familiarity to the group, leveraging his prior experience with the organization from four years earlier. Williams was released from the practice squad on September 14, 2021, prior to the ' postseason.

New Jersey Generals

Trey Williams joined the New Jersey through the 2022 USFL draft, where he was selected in the 28th round on February 22, 2022. His prior experience in the , XFL, and CFL brought versatility to the Generals' backfield, complementing Darius Victor as part of a dynamic ground attack. During the 2022 regular season, Williams emerged as a key contributor for the Generals, rushing for 579 yards on 118 carries with an average of 4.9 yards per attempt and two touchdowns. This performance ranked second in the league in rushing yards and established him as the team's leading rusher, helping compile a 9-1 record while relying on a balanced offense that emphasized the run game. Williams earned USFL Play of the Week honors for a standout 61-yard touchdown run against the Philadelphia in Week 10, capping a dominant performance with 114 rushing yards on 14 carries in a 26-23 victory that clinched the North Division title. In the , he supported the Generals' push by adding 25 rushing yards in the North Division final loss to the , 19-14, ending New Jersey's season one win short of the USFL championship game. Williams returned to the Generals for the , appearing in seven games as a . He rushed 35 times for 205 yards and two touchdowns, averaging 5.9 yards per carry, while also contributing on special teams.

Pittsburgh Maulers

In October 2023, during the USFL free agency period following the , running back Trey Williams signed with the Maulers, joining the team after two productive seasons with the . Williams' time with the Maulers proved extremely brief, as he did not appear in any games for the team and recorded no statistics during his tenure. The stint ended abruptly when the Maulers were excluded from the USFL-XFL merger that formed the United Football League (UFL) for the 2024 season, with the team officially folding in December 2023 and releasing its players.

Memphis Showboats

Trey Williams signed with the of the United Football League (UFL) on February 19, 2024, ahead of the league's inaugural season. The UFL was formed by the merger of the (USFL) and the XFL, creating an eight-team professional spring football league that began its first season on March 30, 2024. Williams joined the Showboats as a , bringing experience from prior USFL stints, though his role was anticipated to be limited given the team's depth at the position. During the 2024 regular season, Williams appeared in three games for the Showboats but saw minimal offensive involvement, recording just one carry for 2 yards. He also contributed on special teams with two kickoff returns, though the team primarily relied on other backs like Darius Victor for rushing duties. The Showboats finished the season with a 5-5 record, qualifying for the playoffs, but Williams did not feature in postseason play. Williams was released by the Showboats on April 15, 2024, shortly after the regular season concluded and before the team's playoff run. As of November 2025, he remains an unrestricted free agent with no reported signings to another team following his departure from Memphis.

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