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MOBILE, Ala. — One year ago, Kalen DeBoer was celebrating.
On Jan. 24, 2024, Saraland five-star wide receiver Ryan Williams re-committed to Alabama football, initially ending his commitment after Nick Saban’s retirement. One year later, Williams, per DeBoer, has developed into one of the leaders of the Crimson Tide wide receiver room before he’s reached his 18th birthday.
“I know he has much higher goals than what he accomplished this year,” DeBoer said at the Senior Bowl Tuesday. “And that’s individually and as a team. I’m really excited about him taking the next steps as a leader now. He’s going to take care of his business and do what he needs to do, and we’re going to be there to help him refine the things that are going to make him the best of the best. He’s a team player through and through. We saw that all season long.”
Aug 31, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Ryan Williams (2) breaks a tackle by Western Kentucky defender Demario Williams (7) and Western Kentucky Hilltoppers cornerback Jai Eugene Jr. (26) at Bryant-Denny Stadium during the game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. Williams scored on the play. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports
As a freshman, Williams had 48 catches for 865 yards and eight touchdowns. Seven of Williams’ eight touchdown catches came in his first seven games. Williams did not have more than three catches in a game after the Crimson Tide’s home win against Missouri Oct. 26.
DeBoer called Williams and Germie Bernard, who is returning for his senior season with the Crimson Tide, the “leaders of the receiving corps.”
DeBoer mentioned Alabama’s additions at wide receiver, including early enrollees Derek Meadows and Lotzeir Brooks, and Miami transfer Isaiah Horton. DeBoer said he likes how the wide…
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Author : The Tuscaloosa News
Publish date : 2025-01-28 22:09:00
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