Derwin Williams facts for kids
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| Position: | Wide receiver | ||||
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| Born: | May 6, 1961 Brownwood, Texas, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 180 lb (82 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Brownwood (TX) | ||||
| College: | New Mexico | ||||
| NFL Draft: | 1984 / Round: 7 / Pick: 192 | ||||
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Derwin Dawayne Williams, born on May 6, 1961, is a former American football player. He played as a wide receiver for the New England Patriots in the National Football League (NFL).
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Derwin Williams: A Football Story
Playing in the NFL
Derwin Williams was a wide receiver, a player who catches passes from the quarterback. He played for the New England Patriots from 1985 to 1987. His time with the Patriots was a key part of his professional football career.
Life After Football
After his football career, Derwin Williams settled in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. He started a new career as a football official. This means he helps make sure games are played fairly by enforcing the rules. He currently works as an official for Conference USA football games.
Family and Sports
Later, Derwin Williams and his family moved to Winter Garden, Florida. This move was important for his son, Mason Williams. Mason was a talented baseball player. Moving to Florida allowed him to play baseball all year round. This helped him improve his skills and increase his chances of getting a college scholarship. In 2015, Mason Williams was drafted by the New York Yankees in the 4th round of the Major League Baseball (MLB) draft.
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