A speedy linebacker who really knows how to close on the ball-carrier and create havoc in the backfield, Williams is a sure-tackling middle linebacker bound for a major jump in the next 2027 Prep Redzone rankings. He shows outstanding instincts against the run and constantly finds his way to the play. He eludes blocks and fights them off with no problem and lit up the stat sheet last season as a junior, making 138 tackles, 15 TFLs and six sacks to go along with one forced fumble and 23 QB pressures. His recruitment has taken off of late with impressive offers from Auburn, N.C State and UCF with more likely coming his way over the next several months.

Long, lean player who has room to bulk up. Flashes solid closing speed to the ball. Dissects chaos and picks apart blocks well, finds a way to pull himself into the backfield and penetrate. Reliable second-level player with functional athleticism. Holds FBS offers, could be a busy offseason for him. He will receive a rankings boost from us.

A speedy linebacker with strong instincts and impressive closing speed, Williams plays hard, can play sideline to sideline, and is one of the fastest 2027 linebackers across Cherokee County. He brings D1-caliber size, he plays fast, and he wraps up well, and does a good job of tackling around the feet. He’s fresh off a really productive junior season where he made an eye-opening 129 tackles, 13 TFLs and five sacks with 20 more quarterback pressures. The playmaking 6-foot-2 210-pounder could garner some impressive D1 interest and offers this winter and is now ranked as the No. 20 LB prospect in the state for his class.

A speedy, quick-reacting defender who plays hard and closes quickly on the ball-carrier, Williams is one of the more underrated linebackers in Cherokee County having an excellent junior season so far. The playmaking defender has made 52 tackles through his first five games with eight TFLs, three sacks and 12 QB pressures. He’s a promising pass-rusher with above-average athleticism and a natural feel for the position. Look for Williams to see his recruitment pick up down the road if he continues to improve and show off his versatility the rest of the season. He’s a promising linebacker with his best football still way ahead of him.