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 May 6, 1961) is a former professional American football player. He was a wide receiver in the National Football League (NFL). He played for the New England Patriots for three seasons.
Who is Derwin Williams?
Derwin Williams was born in Brownwood, Texas. He grew up loving sports. He played college football at the University of New Mexico. There he showed great skill as a wide receiver.
Playing in the NFL
Derwin Williams was chosen by an NFL team in the 1984 draft. He joined the New England Patriots in 1985. As a wide receiver, his job was to catch passes from the quarterback. He played for the Patriots until 1987. He helped his team by catching passes and gaining yards.
Life After Football
After his football career, Derwin Williams stayed involved with the sport. He became a football official. This means he helps make sure games are played fairly. He currently works as an official for Conference USA football games. He lives in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
A Family of Athletes
Derwin Williams has a son named Mason Williams. Mason also became a professional athlete. He chose to play baseball. To help Mason practice all year, the family moved to Winter Garden, Florida. This move helped Mason improve his skills. Mason was drafted by a Major League Baseball team. He now plays for the New York Mets.
