Devonte Williams

Devonte Williams (born February 5, 1997) is an American former professional football running back who played for the Ottawa Redblacks of the Canadian Football League (CFL).

College career Williams first played college football for the Indiana Hoosiers in 2015 as a cornerback, where he played and started in three games before suffering a season-ending injury.

Professional career Winnipeg Blue Bombers After not playing in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Williams signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on July 13, 2021. Following training camp, he began the season on the practice roster and was eventually released on September 30, 2021.

Ottawa Redblacks On April 20, 2022, it was announced that Williams had signed with the Ottawa Redblacks. After the team's incumbent starting running back, William Powell, suffered an injury in training camp, Williams was named the opening day starter. He started in the first two games of the regular season before relinquishing his position to Powell and Williams was assigned to the practice roster. Following another injury to Powell, Williams returned and played in six more regular season games and totalled 90 carries for 454 yards and 27 receptions for 159 yards for the year.

After the Redblacks decided not to re-sign Powell, Williams became the starting running back for the 2023 season. He scored his first career touchdown on a 23-yard run in a game against the Edmonton Elks on August 27, 2023.

Personal life Williams' was born to parents Harmony and Isaac Williams. Williams' grandfather, Ron Springs, played at running back for the Dallas Cowboys and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.