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Venables Hires Former Tiger DL DeShawn Williams
8 Feb
Summary
- DeShawn Williams, a former Clemson DT and NFL veteran, joins Oklahoma.
- Williams will serve as a defensive analyst under Brent Venables.
- This marks Williams' first coaching role after a nine-year NFL career.
DeShawn Williams, a former Clemson defensive tackle and seasoned NFL veteran, is embarking on a new chapter in his football career as a defensive analyst for the Oklahoma Sooners. This marks his first coaching position, coming after a nine-year tenure in the NFL.
Williams played under Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables from 2012 to 2014 during Venables' time as Clemson's defensive coordinator. A native of Central, South Carolina, Williams displayed potential early in his college career and developed into a key defensive tackle.
After an undrafted NFL career in 2015, Williams spent time with multiple franchises, including the Denver Broncos, Miami Dolphins, Indianapolis Colts, and Carolina Panthers, before concluding his playing days with the Buffalo Bills and a final stint with the Panthers in the 2024 season.
