Education
Williams attended McCluer North High School, playing both offensive and defensive tackle. He chose to attend the University of Nebraska in 2006.
Williams attended McCluer North High School, playing both offensive and defensive tackle. He chose to attend the University of Nebraska in 2006.
He was drafted by the Steelers in the sixth round of the 2011 NFL Draft. He played college football at Nebraska. In his senior year, he recorded 24 tackles, one sack, and one fumble recovery while leading his team to its second consecutive state championship appearance.
He earned all-state honors both on offense and defense, and was named in the top 15 of Rivals.com recruits in Missouri.
Earning a starting role in his sophomore year after being redshirted in 2006, Williams became a consistent performer on the starting offensive line. He helped pave the way for a strong rushing attack, with Nebraska leading the Big 12 in rushing yards, and allowed three players to run for over 900 yards each.
Williams earned 34 starts in his career at Nebraska, the most of any player in Nebraska"s offence. Pittsburgh Steelers
Williams was selected with the 31st pick of the 6th round by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
He was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 2, 2011.
Buffalo Bills
Williams was signed to the Bills practice squad on September 20, 2011. On August 20, 2013, he was waived/injured by the Bills. On August 21, 2013, he cleared waivers and was placed on the Bills" injured reserve list.
On August 26, 2013, he was waived with an injury settlement.
Arizona Rattlers
On February 17, 2014, Williams was assigned to the Arizona Rattlers of the Arena Football League (American Federation of Labor-Congress).