Jarrid Williams
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).
| No. 62 – DC Defenders | |
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| Position: | Offensive tackle |
| Personal information | |
| Born: | July 2, 1997 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 | |
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| * Offseason and/or practice squad member only | |
| Roster status: | Active |
| Career NFL statistics | |
| Player stats at NFL.com · PFR | |
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.
Williams committed to the University of Houston and spent his first season (2015) as a redshirt. 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.
In 2020, Williams announced his intention to graduate transfer. In June of that year, Williams transferred to the University of Miami. As a redshirt-senior with Miami, Williams started in every game. 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.
Professional career
Philadelphia Eagles
After going unselected in the 2022 NFL Draft, Williams was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent. He was released on July 27. He was brought back on August 7, 2022. Williams was released for the second time on August 23. On September 16, the Eagles signed Williams to the practice squad. Later being placed on the practice squad injured reserve list, he was released along with Auden Tate on November 22.
Detroit Lions
On December 29, 2022, Williams was signed to the Detroit Lions practice squad.
Philadelphia Eagles (second stint)
On January 24, 2023, Williams signed a reserve/future contract with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was released on May 16.
Pittsburgh Steelers
On June 5, 2023, Williams signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was released on July 30.
Minnesota Vikings
On August 3, 2023, Williams signed with the Minnesota Vikings. He was waived on August 28, 2023.
San Antonio Brahmas
On January 19, 2024, Williams signed with the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League (UFL). He was waived on March 22, 2024.
DC Defenders
On April 3, 2024, Williams signed with the DC Defenders of the United Football League (UFL).
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