Josh Williams (running back)
| LSU Tigers – No. 18 | |
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| Position | Running back |
| Class | Graduate Student |
| Personal information | |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Weight | 210 lb (95 kg) |
| Career history | |
| College |
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| High school | The Kinkaid School |
Josh Williams is an American football running back for the LSU Tigers.
Early life and high school
[edit]Williams attended The Kinkaid School in Piney Point Village, Texas. He committed to play college football for the LSU Tigers, joining the team as a walk-on.[1]
College career
[edit]As a freshman in 2019 Williams did not appear in any games as he was a scout team member, as the Tigers went on to win the National Championship.[2] During the 2020 and 2021 season, he combined to rush for 196 yards.[3] In week 9 of the 2022 season, Williams rushed for 106 yards on 14 carries in a win over Florida.[4] In week 12, he rushed for a career-high 122 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries in a win over Arkansas.[5] Williams finished the 2022 season with 532 rushing yards and six touchdowns for the Tigers.[6] In week 12 of the 2023 season, he rushed for 30 yards and a touchdown on 11 carries, while also hauling in a reception for 45 yards in a win over Florida.[7] During the 2023 season, Williams notched 55 carries for 284 yards and five touchdowns, as well as a receiving touchdown.[8] In week 13 of the 2024 season, he notched 90 yards and two touchdowns on 14 carries and hauled in four catches for 61 yards in a win over Vanderbilt.[9] Williams finished the 2024 season, appearing in 13 games where he rushed for 482 yards and six touchdowns on 117 carries, while also racking up 31 catches for 263 yards.[10] After the season, he declared for the 2025 NFL draft.[11] Williams also accepted an invite to participate in the 2025 Tropical Bowl.[12]
Personal life
[edit]Williams is the son of former NFL running back Jermaine Williams.[13]
References
[edit]- ^ Vann, Leah. "How Josh Williams drew up his own path to become part of LSU's running back equation". NOLA.com. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Bonnette, Michael. "Josh Williams named Campbell Trophy semifinalist for second straight year". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Bonnette, Michael. "LSU's Josh Williams named semifinalist for Jason Witten Man of Year Award". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Vann, Leah. "Brian Kelly explains why Josh Williams got the game ball after the Florida game". NOLA.com. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Nadeau, Rene. "LSU's Josh Williams: From walk-on to road warrior". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Nadeau, Rene. "LSU's Josh Williams to close out inspirational college career in his hometown". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Mickels, Sheldon; Darcey, Reed. "With Logan Diggs injured, these two running backs 'delivered' for the LSU offense". NOLA.com. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Diaz, Cory. "LSU football No. 18: Who's wearing the distinguished jersey for the Tigers this season?". The Daily Advertiser. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Riley, Koki. "Josh Williams spoke from the heart, then led LSU on the field in its win over Vanderbilt". NOLA.com. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ "Josh Williams 2024 Game Logs". Sports Reference. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Nagy, Zack. "LSU Football Starting Running Back Officially Declares for the 2025 NFL Draft". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Franques, Bill. "LSU running back Josh Williams to play in Tropical Bowl All-Star Game". Crescent City Sports. Retrieved February 14, 2025.
- ^ Riley, Koki. "The story behind LSU football RB Josh Williams's trip to China with Hakeem Olajuwon". The Daily Advertiser. Retrieved February 14, 2025.