About Greg Williams
Born 1959. Greg Williams is an American american football player.
Gregory Williams (born August 1, 1959) is an American former professional football player who was a safety in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins. He played college football for the Mississippi State Bulldogs.
Early life Williams was born in Greenville, Mississippi, where he attended and high school football at Greenville Christian School. He then attended and played college football at Mississippi Delta Junior College, before transferring to Mississippi State University in 1979.
Professional career Williams was signed by the Washington Redskins in 1982 and won Super Bowl XVII with the Redskins that same year.
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Who is Greg Williams?
American football player (born 1959)
When was Greg Williams born?
Greg Williams was born on 1 August 1959 in Greenville.
What is Greg Williams's occupation?
Greg Williams is an american football player.
What nationality is Greg Williams?
Greg Williams is American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Greg Williams (safety)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Greg Williams. https://biography.guide/greg-williams-american-football-player/
MLA: "Greg Williams." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/greg-williams-american-football-player/.
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