About Doug Williams
Born 1962. Doug Williams is an American athlete.
Douglas Williams (born October 1, 1962) is an American former professional football player who was an offensive lineman in the National Football League (NFL) and the World League of American Football (WLAF).
Williams was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and played scholastically for Archbishop Moeller High School.
He began his college football career at the University of Kentucky, before transferring to Texas A&M. He earned second-team All-America honors as a senior.
Williams was selected by the New York Jets in the second round of the 1986 NFL draft.
Williams was with the Houston Oilers (NFL) for three seasons (1986-1988), but spent his third year on the injured reserve list. He returned to professional football after a three-year absence to join the San Antonio Riders of the WLAF in 1992.
Personal life Married Carolyn Crisp Williams, 2 daughters Cassady Williams, Riley Williams.
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Who is Doug Williams?
professional American football player
When was Doug Williams born?
Doug Williams was born on 1 October 1962 in Cincinnati.
What is Doug Williams's occupation?
Doug Williams is an athlete.
What nationality is Doug Williams?
Doug Williams is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Doug Williams (offensive lineman)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Doug Williams. https://biography.guide/doug-williams-athlete/
MLA: "Doug Williams." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/doug-williams-athlete/.
Chicago: "Doug Williams." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/doug-williams-athlete/.
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