Jarrid Williams

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Jarrid Williams
No. 62 – DC Defenders
Position: Offensive tackle
Personal information
Born: (1997-07-02) July 2, 1997 (age 26)
Cedar Hill, Texas, U.S.
Height:6 ft 6 in (1.98 m)
Weight:308 lb (140 kg)
Career information
High school: Cedar Hill (TX)
College: Houston (2015–2019)
Miami (FL) (2020–2021)
Undrafted: 2022
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Roster status:Active
Career NFL statistics
Player stats at NFL.com  ·  PFR

Jarrid Williams (born July 2, 1997) is an American football offensive tackle for the DC Defenders of the United Football League (UFL). He played college football at Houston and Miami (FL).

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Early life and education

Williams grew up in Cedar Hill, Texas, and attended Cedar Hill High School, were he earned varsity letters in two years. He played defense and made 109 total tackles on the football team, being named second-team all-district in 2014. He was a two-star recruit according to Rivals.com, Scout.com, and 247Sports. [1]

Williams committed to the University of Houston and spent his first season (2015) as a redshirt. [2] In 2016, he played in eight games. Williams appeared in three games during the 2017 season. In 2018, he earned a starting role, playing as starter in thirteen games. He started four games in 2019 before suffering a season-ending injury. [3]

In 2020, Williams announced his intention to graduate transfer. [4] In June of that year, Williams transferred to the University of Miami. [5] [6] [7] As a redshirt-senior with Miami, Williams started in every game. [1] In 2021, Williams announced he would return for a seventh season of college football, as an extra year of eligibility was given due to COVID-19. [8]

Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

After going unselected in the 2022 NFL Draft, Williams was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent. [9] He was released on July 27. [10] He was brought back on August 7, 2022. [11] Williams was released for the second time on August 23. [12] On September 16, the Eagles signed Williams to the practice squad. [13] Later being placed on the practice squad injured reserve list, he was released along with Auden Tate on November 22. [14]

Detroit Lions

On December 29, 2022, Williams was signed to the Detroit Lions practice squad. [15]

Philadelphia Eagles (second stint)

On January 24, 2023, Williams signed a reserve/future contract with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was released on May 16. [16]

Pittsburgh Steelers

On June 5, 2023, Williams signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. [17] He was released on July 30. [18]

Minnesota Vikings

On August 3, 2023, Williams signed with the Minnesota Vikings. [19] He was waived on August 28, 2023. [20]

San Antonio Brahmas

On January 19, 2024, Williams signed with the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League (UFL). [21] He was waived on March 22, 2024. [22]

DC Defenders

On April 3, 2024, Williams signed with the DC Defenders of the United Football League (UFL). [23]

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  2. ↑ Navarro, Manny (May 16, 2020). "Ex-Houston right tackle Jarrid Williams shares insights on his recruitment" . The Athletic .
  3. ↑ "Jarrid Williams". Houston Cougars .
  4. ↑ Duarte, Joseph (April 29, 2020). "UH right tackle Jarrid Williams plans to graduate transfer" . Houston Chronicle .
  5. ↑ Bordash, Tyler (April 7, 2020). "Miami Hurricanes Land Houston OT Jarrid Williams". 305SportsNet.
  6. ↑ "UM adds O-line help with addition of Houston's Jarrid Williams" . Miami Herald . June 7, 2020.
  7. ↑ Furones, David (June 8, 2020). "Already with transfer QB D'Eriq King in Miami, Hurricanes get his ex-Houston lineman". South Florida Sun-Sentinel .
  8. ↑ Furones, David (January 16, 2021). "Hurricanes OT Jarrid Williams to return for seventh college season, second at Miami". South Florida Sun-Sentinel .
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  10. ↑ Hurley, Sage (July 27, 2022). "Roster Moves: Eagles sign TE Jaden Graham, WR Lance Lenoir, and C Cameron Tom". Philadelphia Eagles.
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  12. ↑ Frank, Reuben (August 23, 2022). "Eagles release three, place two on PUP to reduce roster to 80". NBC Sports .
  13. ↑ Erby, Glenn (September 16, 2022). "Eagles sign Jarrid Williams to the practice squad". USA Today .
  14. ↑ McPherson, Chris (November 22, 2022). "Eagles announce practice squad moves". Philadelphia Eagles.
  15. ↑ "Detroit Lions sign rookie offensive tackle to practice squad". Pride of Detroit. SB Nation. December 29, 2022.
  16. ↑ Zangaro, Dave (May 16, 2023). "Eagles' sign one of Hurts' favorite college receivers after tryout". NBC Sports.
  17. ↑ Varley, Teresa (June 5, 2023). "Steelers sign Hagans, Williams". Steelers.com.
  18. ↑ Kozora, Alex (July 30, 2023). "Steelers Officially Sign LB Kwon Alexander, Release OL Jarrid Williams". SteelersDepot.com. Retrieved July 30, 2023.
  19. ↑ "Vikings Sign Tackles Christian DiLauro & Jarrid Williams". Vikings.com. August 3, 2023.
  20. ↑ "Vikings Begin Roster Reductions Ahead of Final Roster Cut Deadline". Vikings.com. August 28, 2023.
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