With opposing offenses electing to throw away from Mike Jenkins, Williams has developed into a potential first-day selection himself.

An athletic corner blessed with both pure speed and big-play ability, Williams took advantage of quarterbacks challenging him to record a team-record seven interceptions in 2006, earning First Team Big-East accolades.

A veteran of 32 starts entering his senior season, Williams has the experience scouts like, as well as the athleticism to improve. He's often used in man coverage at USF, but shows the instincts and break on the ball to be effective in zone as well. Scouts are still looking for more consistency from Williams, but he could take advantage of senior all-star games to distance himself from his more recognized teammate.

A strong showing during the all-star banquet could ultimately result in a top 50 selection for Williams.

Positives: Classic build for the position. … Rare straight-line speed. … Smooth hip-turn and change of direction. … Smooth acceleration and has a second gear when the ball is in flight. … Good hands for the interception. … Reads the action well. … Reads the quarterback well and can break on the ball. … Reliable open-field tackler. … Durable.

Negatives: Operates behind a highly aggressive pass rush and has taken advantage of some pressured throws to pad his interception totals. … Not an overly elusive runner with the ball in his hands. … Lacks vision and has struggled to generate yards after the interception. … Drag-down tackler with limited explosiveness in his hitting. … Only marginal ability to track the ball over his shoulder. … Mistimes his leaps and too often loses out in battles for the ball. … Struggles some against bigger, physical receivers.

Class 5A all-state second team. … First team all-county in Tampa Tribune. … Ranked 15th in Tampa Bay by St. Petersburg Times. … Also named first team all-Suncoast and all-county by St. Petersburg Times. … Scored a school-record 22 touchdowns in 2002, including six on punt returns. … Rushed for 1,355 yards with 10-plus yards per carry. … Against traditional Polk County and state power Lakeland High, he carried 12 times for 178 yards and all four of his team's touchdowns in a Durant win. … MVP in Hillsborough County All-Star Game. … As a junior, he rushed for 550 yards and six TDs. … Also had 55 tackles that year.

Born January 30, 1985 in Plant City, Fla. … Son of Sonya Williams.