Richard Williams
Richard Williams
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Brendan Mankarious | Prep Redzone Scout
The only defense-first player on today’s evaluation is Richard Williams Richard Williams 5'11" | 180 lbs | LB Montclair | 2025 State NJ . Williams was amongst the team leaders in tackles with 70.5 (42 solo), 3.5 tackles for loss, and 1 forced fumble and fumble recovery a piece. He contributed on offense as a lead blocker out of the backfield to the tune of 21/90/2 on the ground and 6/53/2 through the air.
Whoever coached Williams when he was younger got through to him as fundamental football prevails yet again. Like he has been doing since his pop warner days, Williams keeps his feet and drives through contact when making tackles. Showing versatility in his game, Williams is seen lining in the box and off the edge. I am of the opinion that as a linebacker he is best when he is in motion and moving near the line of scrimmage. Williams is practically unblockable with tight ends, wing backs, or h-backs. He also runs like a maniac on kickoff and special teams.
Williams is a sneaky threat on offense. Acting as a safety valve in the flat, Williams is a sure-bet as a safe check down. Similarly, he shows the ability to slip and get lost in the heap, only to find himself leaking out for easy yardage and scores. When rushing he has the ability to carry the team on his back or spin off of defenders who are off balance and over leveraging themselves for a tackler.
Given his two-way status as a player, here are two bits for Williams to continue to improve. Defensively I want to see Williams read his keys more clearly. Should he do this, there is a very good chance he could be amongst the state’s leaders in tackles next year. Offensively, limiting false steps when lead blocking will allow Williams to get to his assignment quicker and thus be more effective as a lead blocker.
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