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Ryan Williams Reaffirms Alabama Commitment Ahead of Rose Bowl

His on-field role drew scrutiny this fall after a statistical dip from his breakout freshman year.

Overview

  • At Rose Bowl media day in Los Angeles, Williams said he has no intention of entering the transfer portal and plans to return to Alabama next season.
  • Through 13 games this season, he has 43 receptions for 636 yards and four touchdown catches.
  • He had one catch for five yards in the 34-24 College Football Playoff win over Oklahoma as Alabama advanced to face No. 1 Indiana on Thursday.
  • Head coach Kalen DeBoer downplayed concerns about his targets, saying there is nothing to read into the quieter games and emphasizing his value as a playmaker.
  • Quarterback Ty Simpson lauded Williams’ presence in the locker room, calling him the most selfless person he has met.