Alabama's Ryan Williams On Watch List For Major Award

Many predicted an instant impact for Alabama's 17-year-old freshman receiver Ryan Williams, but no one expected him to be one of the best in the country.

Williams has not shied away from the spotlight and pressure that is Alabama football, and has produced big plays and impactful scores that has helped with the Tide's offensive success so far.

His performance has been so noticeable, that he is now on the watch list for the Biletnikoff Award , which is for the most outstanding receiver.

The Biletnikoff award was created in 1994 by the Tallahassee Quarterback Club Foundation, Inc. and named after Fred Biletnikoff, who played for Florida State and professionally with the formally known Oakland Raiders.

Over the last 10 years, three former Alabama receivers have received this prestigious honor: DeVonta Smith, Jerry Jeudy, and Amari Cooper. If Williams performs all season and receives this honor, he will join an elite group of Alabama receivers.

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