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Ryan Williams Says He Will Stay at Alabama Ahead of Rose Bowl

The pledge follows a sophomore slump defined by reduced production plus one of the nation’s highest drop rates.

Overview

  • At Rose Bowl media day in Los Angeles, Williams said he has no intention of entering the transfer portal and will return to Tuscaloosa next season.
  • The sophomore has 43 receptions for 636 yards and four touchdowns in 2025 after a breakout freshman campaign in 2024.
  • ESPN tracking credits Williams with 10 drops and a 14.3% drop rate this season, placing him near the top nationally for drops.
  • His impact waned late, with no catches in the Iron Bowl and one reception for five yards against Oklahoma in the CFP first round.
  • Coach Kalen DeBoer and quarterback Ty Simpson offered public support, as No. 9 Alabama meets No. 1 Indiana in Thursday’s Rose Bowl quarterfinal with a Peach Bowl berth on the line.