Avery Williams (linebacker) facts for kids
Williams with the Montreal Alouettes in 2023
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| Position: | Middle Linebacker |
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| Born: | September 2, 1994 Baltimore, Maryland |
| Height: | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Weight: | 223 lb (101 kg) |
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| High school: | Baltimore (MD) Archbishop Curley |
| College: | Temple (2012–2016) |
| Undrafted: | 2017 |
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| Roster status: | Free agent |
| CFL status: | American |
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| Player stats at CFL.ca | |
Avery A. Williams Sr. was born on September 2, 1994. He is an American professional football player. He plays as a middle linebacker. Avery has played for teams like the Ottawa Redblacks and Montreal Alouettes. These teams are part of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He also played college football at Temple University before joining the Houston Texans.
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Early Life and High School Football
Avery Williams grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. He played many different positions in high school. These included running back, wide receiver, and linebacker. He played at Archbishop Curley High School.
College Football Career
Avery Williams played college football for the Temple Owls. He was on the team from 2013 to 2016. In 2012, he had a redshirt season. This means he practiced with the team but did not play in games.
In his final year, 2016, he became a full-time starter. He played as a strong side linebacker. He played in 14 games that season. Avery made 66 tackles and had two sacks. He also forced two fumbles. Because of his great play, he was named to the All-AAC Second Team.
Professional Football Career
Houston Texans
After college, Avery Williams was not chosen in the NFL draft. But the Houston Texans signed him as a free agent on May 12, 2017. He was later released by the team on September 2, 2017.
Ottawa Redblacks
On January 8, 2018, Williams signed with the Ottawa Redblacks. This team is in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He made the team and played his first game on June 21, 2018.
In his first season, he played in 17 games. He made 43 tackles and scored his first touchdown. This happened when he returned a fumble 43 yards. He also played in the 106th Grey Cup championship game.
In 2019, Avery had a strong start to the season. He made 69 tackles in the first 11 games. Unfortunately, he got an injury that ended his season early. He was nominated for the CFL's Most Outstanding Player award. The 2020 CFL season was canceled due to the pandemic. Avery re-signed with the Redblacks in 2021.
In the 2021 season, Williams played in 13 games. He made 89 tackles and had two sacks. He also got his first career interception. In one game, he made 14 tackles, which tied a team record. He was again named the team's Most Outstanding Defensive Player. He was also chosen as a CFL East All-Star.
In 2022, Avery played in 18 games. He had a career-high 92 defensive tackles. He also had two sacks and one interception. After the season, his contract ended. He left the Redblacks to look for a new team.
Montreal Alouettes
On February 11, 2023, Avery Williams signed with the Montreal Alouettes. He played in nine games for them in 2023. He made 34 tackles. He helped the Alouettes win the 110th Grey Cup championship that year. His contract with the Alouettes ended on February 13, 2024.
Personal Life
Avery Williams was born in Baltimore, Maryland. His parents are Willinette and Anthony Williams. He has a son named Avery Jr. with his fiancée, Precious.
