James Williams

PRO: The Titans selected James Williams Sr. in the seventh round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The 6-foot-4-inch, 232-pounder is a versatile athlete that is known for his speed, aggression and hard-hitting ability. The University of Miami (Fla.) product saw action in 33 games as a safety for the Hurricanes and amassed 162 tackles with four interceptions. As a rookie, Williams played in 13 games, primarily on special teams. He also showcased his ability as a linebacker, logging one start at the position in his first season. His seven special teams tackles were good for fourth among Titans in 2024.

TITANS TIDBITS:
• Prior to his rookie season, welcomed his first child, James Jr.
• Williams played against fellow 2024 Titans draftee Jarvis Brownlee Jr. since they were both young—from pee wee ball through high school and college. Williams and Brownlee's teams faced off in college when Miami traveld to Florida State in 2021.
• Williams' hidden talent is writing poetry.

CAREER TRANSACTIONS:
• The Fort Lauderdale, Fla., native was selected by the Titans in the seventh round (242nd overall) of the 2024 NFL Draft.

COLLEGE:
• Played in 33 games with 29 starts in three seasons at the University of Miami (Fla.) and recorded 162 tackles, four interceptions, 17 passes defensed, three forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries. Announced his intentions to forego his final year of eligibility and enter NFL Draft at conclusion of 2023 regular season.
• As a junior (2023), started all 12 games of the regular season and ranked second on team with 73 tackles. Added an interception, two forced fumbles, five passes defensed and a fumble recovery.
• As a sophomore (2022), played in 11 games with 10 starts at safety and ranked second on team with 58 total tackles, including a tackle for loss, an interception and seven passes defensed, which ranked among team leaders. Added two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble.
• As a true freshman (2021), saw action in 10 games and made seven starts while earning All-ACC honorable mention recognition. Collected 31 tackles and a half tackle for loss while leading the Hurricanes with two interceptions. Missed final two games of season due to injury.
• Majored in sports administration at the University of Miami (Fla.).

PERSONAL:
• Attended Plantation American Heritage (Fla.) High School as a senior and was a five-star prospect by 247Sports and Rivals. Listed as the No. 19 overall player in the Rivals Top 250 and was ranked the No. 1 safety nationally and the No. 4 player in Florida by Rivals. Was selected to the Under Armour All-America Game and U.S. Army All-American Bowl.
• As a junior at Western High School, recorded 62 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, a sack, six interceptions, four passes defended, five forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and an interception returned for a touchdown.
• Also played on the basketball team.
• Son of Maria Gibson.
• Follow Williams on Instagram, X and TikTok at @begreat_20.
• Born James Williams on Feb. 15, 2003 in Opa Locka, Fla.