Jonathan Williams (running back, born 1988) facts for kids
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| Born: | August 21, 1988 Smithfield, North Carolina, U.S. |
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| Career information | |
| CFL status | International |
| Position(s) | RB |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (185 cm) |
| Weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| College | East Carolina |
| High school | J.H. Rose (Greenville, North Carolina) |
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| 2011 | Cincinnati Bengals* |
| 2013 | Calgary Stampeders |
| 2014 | Ottawa Redblacks |
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Jonathan Edward Williams (born August 21, 1988) is a former American football player. He played as a running back in the Canadian Football League (CFL). Jonathan also played college football at East Carolina University. He was part of teams like the Cincinnati Bengals, Calgary Stampeders, and Ottawa Redblacks.
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Early Life and High School Football
Jonathan Williams played high school football at Junius H. Rose High School. This school is located in Greenville, North Carolina. He was a key player for his team, the Rampants.
Winning Championships in High School
Williams helped his team achieve amazing success. They had two perfect seasons in a row, winning 16 games and losing none. The Rampants won the Class 4A State Championships both years. This happened when he was a junior and a senior. He was recognized as a top player in his area.
College Football Career
After high school, Williams continued his football journey. He played for the East Carolina Pirates. His college career lasted from 2007 to 2010.
College Performance Highlights
During his time with the Pirates, Jonathan showed his skills as a running back. He gained a total of 1,415 rushing yards. He also scored 16 rushing touchdowns for his team.
Professional Football Journey
Jonathan Williams began his professional career in 2011. He first joined the Cincinnati Bengals. He was signed after the 2011 NFL draft.
Playing in the CFL
In 2013, Williams moved to the Canadian Football League (CFL). He signed with the Calgary Stampeders. Later, in 2014, he joined the Ottawa Redblacks.
Big Game for the Redblacks
While with the Redblacks, Jonathan had a standout game. In Week 15 of the 2014 CFL season, he was named the CFL Offensive Player of the Week. He ran for 180 yards and scored two rushing touchdowns. He also caught two passes for 49 yards. After the 2014 season, he became a free agent.
