Ryan Williams was a constant topic during Alabama football’s offensive media availability Saturday.
The former five-star prospect is making his mark at fall camp with the Crimson Tide, and Alabama’s starting quarterback Jalen Milroe notes that the Alabama native is already demonstrating competitive spirit just three days in.
He’s doing a good job competing,” Milroe said. “This is his first live action against our defense, and he’s handling it well. He’s competing hard, improving every day, and striving to be the best version of himself. Coach Shep (JaMarcus Shephard) is leading him well, and that guidance is pushing him to become the best receiver he can be.
Alabama’s offensive coordinator Nick Sheridan has been impressed with Williams’ maturity.
He’s a very explosive player,” Sheridan said. “He tracks the ball really well, and he’s mature. He’s a mature competitor for a young player.
Williams is also forging strong connections with his fellow wide receivers. Kendrick Law, one of the leaders in the room, praised Williams on Saturday, highlighting the positive impression he’s made.
He has been great,” Law said. “He’s fun to be around. He goes out there and just does his thing—always being himself. He’s going to be Hollywood, making plays and getting up to do what he does best.
There have been several young wide receivers come in and contribute early for Alabama. All eyes are on Williams to be the next to do so. Kalen DeBoer is looking for the former five-star to do the little things right.
I don’t need him day one, I mean, you want every play to be amazing explosive, but you just want him lining up right, doing the fundamental things, making the easy plays, and then because of his ability, the big ones will come,” DeBoer said. “So, when your on air, run a good route, catch the ball, accelerate out with good ball security. You find those consistent fundamentals, you stack days. Those plays we know he is capable of making will happen.
Justin Smith is the Director of Recruiting for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can follow him on Twitter, via @Jdsmith31Smith
