Dom Williams Explained

Dom Williams
Number:84
Position:Wide receiver
Birth Date:December 11, 1992
Birth Place:Pomona, California, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:2
Weight Lb:200
High School:Garey (Pomona, California)
College:Washington State
Undraftedyear:2016
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Pfr:WillDo05

Dominique Williams (born December 11, 1992) is a former American football wide receiver. He played college football at Washington State. He is 6th all-time in Pac–12 for receiving touchdowns.

Early life and education

Dom Williams was born on December 11, 1992.

He played college football at Washington State Cougars.

2011

As a freshman in 2011, Williams did not play and redshirted.

2012

In 2012 he played in 11 games.[1] He had two 100-yard games that year.[2] He made 34 receptions for 546 yards and three touchdowns.[3]

2013

In 2013 he appeared in all 13 games, making 40 catches for 647 yards and 7 touchdowns.[1] His seven touchdowns were seventh in the Pac-12.[1] He had two 100-yard games.

2014

In 2014, he played in all 12 games, recording 43 catches for 656 yards and 9 touchdowns. He was 5th in Pac-12 for touchdown catches.[1] He led the team with seven 25+ yard catches.[1] For the third straight year, he had two 100-yard games.

2015

In 2015, he played 13 games, and produced 75 catches for 1040 yards and 11 touchdowns. He was third in touchdowns for Pac-12. He was 5th for receptions.[1] He had three 100-yard games. He is sixth all-time for Pac-12 touchdowns with 30.

College statistics

Washington State Cougars
Year Games Receiving
GP GS Rec Yds Avg TD
20110 0 0 0 0 0
201211 5 34 546 16.1 3
201313 7 40 647 16.2 7
201411 43 656 15.3 9
201513 13 75 1040 13.9 11
Total 48 192 2889 15.0 30
Source: wsucougars.com

Professional career

Los Angeles Chargers

In 2016, Williams was signed by the Los Angeles Chargers. In preseason against the Arizona Cardinals, he led the team with 4 catches for 55 yards.[4] He was released at roster cuts.

Philadelphia Eagles

On January 11, 2017, he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.[5] He was placed on injured reserve on May 15.[6] He was injured all season. While he was on injured reserve, the Philadelphia Eagles beat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII. He was released in May 2018.

Detroit Lions

On August 3, 2018, Williams was signed by the Detroit Lions.[7] He did not make the final roster.

Post-football career

On July 1, 2022, Williams graduated from the New York City Police Academy.[8]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Dom Williams - Football. Washington State University Athletics.
  2. Web site: Dom Williams Career Game Log. College Football at Sports-Reference.com.
  3. Web site: Dom Williams College Stats. College Football at Sports-Reference.com.
  4. Web site: Chargers' Dom Williams: Leading receiver in win over Cardinals. CBSSports.com. 20 August 2016 .
  5. Web site: Dom Williams Stats. Pro-Football-Reference.com.
  6. Web site: Eagles' Dom Williams: Reverts to injured reserve list. CBSSports.com. 13 May 2017 .
  7. Web site: Lions' Dom Williams: Signing with Detroit. CBSSports.com. 3 August 2018 .
  8. Web site: Ex-NFL player graduates from NYPD academy, says he was 'destined' for police work. sports.yahoo.com. 4 July 2022 .