About Johnny Williams
Lived 1927 – 2005 (aged 77). Johnny Williams was an American american football player.
John Elliott Williams (June 30, 1927 – February 26, 2005) was an American professional football player who was a defensive back and kick returner in the National Football League (NFL) for the Washington Redskins and San Francisco 49ers. He played college football for the USC Trojans and was selected in the 26th round of the 1951 NFL draft.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Johnny Williams?
American football player (1927-2005)
When was Johnny Williams born?
Johnny Williams was born on 30 June 1927 in Los Angeles.
When did Johnny Williams die?
Johnny Williams died on 26 February 2005.
What was Johnny Williams's occupation?
Johnny Williams was an american football player.
What nationality was Johnny Williams?
Johnny Williams was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Johnny Williams (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Johnny Williams. https://biography.guide/johnny-williams-american-football-player/
MLA: "Johnny Williams." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/johnny-williams-american-football-player/.
Chicago: "Johnny Williams." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/johnny-williams-american-football-player/.
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