Quinnen Williams

American football defensive tackle

Quinnen Williams - American football defensive tackle
Born

December 5th, 1997
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Drafted as the third overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, a defensive tackle played for the New York Jets. Achieved recognition for exceptional performance, contributing to the team's defensive strategies. Played college football at the University of Alabama, where earned first-team All-American honors in 2018, helping the team secure a national championship in 2017. Demonstrated impressive skills in tackling and pass-rushing throughout professional career.

Third overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft

First-team All-American in 2018

National Champion with Alabama in 2017

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