William Cesare

William Joseph Cesare (born June 2, 1955) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive back for five seasons in the National Football League (NFL) with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Miami Dolphins, and Detroit Lions. He played college football for the Memphis Tigers and Miami. Cesare also played in the United States Football League (USFL).

Early life and college William Joseph Cesare was born on June 2, 1955, in New York City. He was released on September 7 but re-signed on September 11.

Cesare was signed by the Cleveland Browns on March 28, 1980. He was waived by the Browns on August 21, 1980.

Cesare played in eight games, starting one, for the Jacksonville Bulls of the USFL in 1984 and posted one sack.

He was previously married to tennis player Allegra Pero, the daughter of tennis player George Pero.