The shocking news that Nick Saban has decided to retire from football will have repercussions throughout the Alabama program and the sport at large, and the first step has been taken with the de-commitment of five-star wide receiver prospect Ryan Williams from the Crimson Tide.
Williams, ranked as the No. 4 wide receiver and No. 12 recruit nationally by the 247Sports Composite, informed On3 Sports of his desire to leave Alabama for the upcoming season, citing Saban’s retirement as the primary reason. “First and foremost, I would like to thank God, my family, and anyone else who has helped me get to this point,” Williams told On3 Sports.
However, after serious thought with my family, I will be withdrawing from the University of Alabama… please accept my decision.” “[Williams is] an electrifying playmaker with exceptional top-end speed and elusiveness.” Greg Brooks, a recruiting analyst for 247Sports, said of Williams. “Required height and length on a sinewy, wiry frame that can support some additional mass.” Outside or in the slot, dynamic receiver with personnel versatility to take handoffs on occasion.
Extremely productive, with a high per-touch rate. At the next level, there is an immediate return game option.” In his senior season at Saraland (Ala.), Williams caught 72 passes for 1,324 yards and scored 19 touchdowns. He finished his varsity career with 39 receptions for 3,254 yards and 47 touchdowns. (On3)
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