Ryan Williams, the Alabama football sensation, is set to celebrate his 18th birthday on February 9.
As one of the youngest players in the FBS, Williams has already made a significant impact during his freshman season with the Crimson Tide. Here are 18 key facts about the rising star:
1. Birthday: Born in 2007, Williams turns 18 on February 9.
2. Two-Time Mr. Football: He won Alabama’s Mr. Football award in 2022 and 2023, making history as the first two-time winner.
3. Gatorade Player of the Year: Williams claimed this title in both 2022 and 2023.
4. 5-Star Prospect: He was the top-rated recruit in Alabama’s 2024 class.
5. ASWA 6A Back of the Year: Williams earned this honor in 2022 and 2023.
6. College Choice: He chose Alabama over Auburn, Florida State, Georgia, and Texas, holding 26 offers.
7. Leading Receiver: In 2024, Williams led Alabama with 48 receptions, 865 yards, and eight touchdowns.
8. Hometown: From Mobile, Alabama, he attended Saraland High School.
9. Reclassification: Williams moved from the 2025 class to the 2024 class in December 2023.
10. Track Star: He ran the 100-meter dash in 10.49 seconds and the 200-meter in 21.28 seconds.
11. All-SEC Honors: As a freshman, he was named to the All-SEC First Team and Freshman All-SEC Team.
12. Shaun Alexander Finalist: Williams was a finalist for the Freshman of the Year award.
13. Nickname: Known as “Hollywood,” a name he’s had since childhood.
14. Biletnikoff Semifinalist: He was among nine semifinalists for the top pass-catcher award.
15. SEC Freshman of the Week: Williams earned this honor twice in 2024.
16. Decommitment and Recommitment: He briefly decommitted from Alabama after Nick Saban’s retirement but recommitted in January 2024.
17. NFL Draft Eligibility: Williams will be eligible for the NFL Draft at just 19 years old.
18. State Champion: At 15, he led Saraland to its first AHSAA Class 6A state title in 2022, earning MVP honors.
As Ryan Williams steps into adulthood, his future in football looks brighter than ever.
