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Roy Williams

Roy Williams

Pro Highlights:

Williams emerged as one of the NFL’s elite receivers in 2006 as the Lions No. 1 receiving threat. Williams played for the NFC squad in the 2007 Pro Bowl squad on January 12, 2007, marking his first career Pro Bowl selection, and he became the first wide receiver to represent Detroit in the annual all-star game since Herman Moore played in the 1999 Pro Bowl. His size, speed and strength have been an asset to the Lions during his first three seasons after the team selected him with one of their first round selections, seventh overall, in the 2004 draft. He is a gift pass catcher with one of the best pair of hands in the league. Williams’ 181 receptions and 2,814 receiving yards are the most by a Lions’ receiver in franchise history during the player’s first three NFL seasons. His 23 touchdowns are second only to Cloyce Box (30, 1949-52) among Lions’ receivers in their first three seasons. A highly regarded prospect coming out of college at Texas, Williams set several Lions rookie records in 2004, including receptions (54), yards (817) and touchdowns (8). He won numerous accolades during his inaugural season, including NFC Rookie of the Month for September.

Personal Info:

  • Pro Bowl: 2007
  • Involved in Lions promotion of NFL’s “What Moves U” initiative with American Heart Association to help battle child obesity.
  • Took part in a special event hosted by PGA of America where the Lions teamed up with Think Detroit PAL golf program to provide free golf lesson to the Lions’ players and youngsters.
  • Participated in the annual Lions Bocce Ball Tournament that raised over $100,000 for Detroit Lions Charities.
  • Participated in 17th annual Detroit Lions Invitational golf outing that raised more than $100,000 for Detroit Lions Charities.
  • Williams played a role in the movie Friday Night Lights, which is based on a book that portrays a football season at his high school (Odessa Permian). His older brother, Lloyd Hill, was on the team that the book was written about. The movie, which stars Billy Bob Thornton, is set for release later this year. Williams’ role in the movie is as an assistant coach of Permian’s rival high school (Midland Lee) and he has one line-“He ain’t going to play, Coach.”
  • Grew up as a fan of the Dallas Cowboys, RB Herschel Walker and WR Jerry Rice.
  •  Enjoys watching Cheaters.
  • Is a huge proponent of having a visor on his helmet at all times, stating that a “uniform is not complete without one.”
  • In his spare time Williams watches movies, plays video games and poker.
  • An avid bowler, his best game is listed at 257. He competed in ESPN’s Bowling Night competition during 2006 offseason.
  • Plans to return to his high school alma mater of Odessa Permian in the hopes of becoming the first African American head coach of the team.