Ryan Williams Biography

Ryan Alexander Coleman-Williams Jr., born February 9, 2007, plays college football as a wide receiver for the Alabama Crimson Tide. He recorded 88 receptions for 1,641 yards and 24 touchdowns during his sophomore season in 2022, and 72 receptions for 1,324 yards with 19 touchdowns as a junior in 2023. Ryan Williams received the Alabama Gatorade Football Player of the Year and Alabama Mr. Football honors in consecutive years, making him the first athlete to win the award twice and the first sophomore to achieve the distinction. He participated in the 2024 Under Armour All-America Game, where he scored a touchdown reception. At age 17, he made his first college start in the 2024 season, becoming one of the youngest players in FBS football. In a game against No. 2 ranked Georgia, he caught six passes for 177 yards, including a 75-yard game-winning touchdown in the fourth quarter, helping secure a 41–34 victory. He was selected as a cover athlete for EA Sports College Football 26, appearing alongside Jeremiah Smith.