Jamaal Williams is an American footballer; he plays for the Detroit Lions as a running back in the National Football League (NFL). He played his college football at Brigham Young University (BYU), and in the 2017 NFL Draft, Jamaal was drafted in the 4th round by the Green Bay Packers.
Jamaal Williams Dedicates His Game To His Late Great Grandfather
Former BYU Cougars running back Jamaal Williams (27) on Sunday Night Football had an emotional post-game interview. He achieved a game ball from NBC, and Jamaal dedicated it to his late great-grandfather.
Jamaal’s former team, the Green Bay Packers, hosted the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on 8th, January Sunday.
Jamaal led the Lions to a 20-16 win against the Packers.
Post-game, he received a Sunday Night Football game ball on KSL 5 TV during NBC’s interview.
An emotional Jamaal dedicated the game ball to his late great-grandfather. In addition, he called out the doubters that wrote off the Detroit Lions before the game and predicted a Green Bay Packers victory.
In Week 18, Jamaal stood out; he passed Barry Sanders to become Lion’s single-season touchdown record holder.
He finished the game recording 16 carries for 72 yards and 2 touchdowns.
This season, he entered the game with 246 carries for 994 yards and 15 touchdowns. With the win, the Lions ended their season with a 9-8 record and eliminated their division rival from playoff contention.
Jamaal Williams Early Life:
| Full Real Name | Jamaal Malik Williams |
| Family Name | Williams |
| Profession | Footballer |
| Date Of Birth | April 3rd, 1995 |
| Age | 27 years old |
| Birthday | April 3rd |
| Year Of Birth | 1995 |
| Nick Name | Silver Fox |
| Current Residence | California |
| Country | USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Ethnicity | N/A |
| Religion | N/A |
Jamaal was born on 3rd April 1995 in Rialto, California. He loves video games and cosplay; in particular, he prefers Dragon Ball Z, One Punch Man, and Naruto. He has repeatedly showcased these interests during his matches and has always attracted the attention of reports and social media.
Jamaal Williams Family Background:
| Father | N/A |
| Mother | Nicolle |
| Brothers | Onika |
| Sisters | Jaela |
Jamaal’s mother, Nicolle, raised him as a single mother. He has two siblings named Jaela Williams and Onika Williams. Jamaal’s father abandoned him when he was a ninth grade.
Jamaal Williams Education:
| Highest Qualification | Graduation |
| University | Brigham Young University |
| High School | Summit High School |
Jamaal attended Summit High School (Fontana, California) and played high school football for the Sky Hawks. Further, he enrolled at Brigham Young University over an offer from Boise State to play college football. He attended BYU from 2012 to 2016.
Jamaal Williams Physical Stats:
| Weight In Kg | 102 kg |
| Height In Feet | 6 feet |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Black |
Jamaal stands 6 feet tall and weighs around 102kg. He has black curly hair and his eyes are also black colored. Further, he is a tattoo lover and has several tattoos designed on his body. Regarding his physics, Jamaal has a fit and healthy athletic body.
Jamaal Williams Birth Signs:
| Sun Sign | Aries |
| Star Sign | Aries |
| Birth Sign Duality | Assertive |
| Birth Sign Modality | Cardinal |
According to Jamaal’s birthdate, he falls under the Aries zodiac. Currently, he is 27 years old. Further, his birth flowers and the ruling planet is honeysuckle and Mars, respectively.
Jamaal Williams Net Worth:
| Net Worth | $4 million to $6 million |
In 2021, Jamaal signed a 2-year contract worth $6 million with around $3.25 million as guaranteed. Previously, he had a deal worth $3 million with the Green Bay Packers. Based on these facts, his estimated networth should be between $4 million to $6 million.
Jamaal Williams Relationship Status:
| Daughters | Kalea Williams |
| No Of Children | 1 |
| Marital Status | single |
| Partner Name | N/A |
Jamaal is currently single and has not officially been married. But he has a 4-year-old daughter named Kalea Williams.
Jamaal Williams Career:
From 2013 to 2016, Jamaal played for the BYU Cougars football team; he was one of the top running backs. He finished the 2012 season scoring 775 rushing yards, 27 receptions, 12 rushing touchdowns, 315 receiving yards, and 1 receiving touchdown. Further, Jamaal finished the 2013 season with 1,233 rushing yards, 7 rushing touchdowns, 125 receiving yards, and 18 receptions. In the 2014 season, he suffered a knee injury and was sidelined. He finished this shortened season with 518 rushing yards, 4 rushing touchdowns, 8 receptions, and 47 receiving yards. Further, after withdrawing from school and red-shirted, he did not play in 2015. In the 2016 season, which was his red-shirt senior season, Jamaal had 1,375 yards on 234 carries and 12 touchdowns. During his college career, he rushed for a school record of 3,901 yards on 726 carries, along with 35 touchdowns. In 2015 and 2016, Jamaal was named to the All-Independent Team; as a senior, he was also a team captain.
In the 2017 NFL Draft, the Green Bay Packers drafted Jamaal in the 4th round (134th overall pick). On 1st June 2017, he signed his rookie contract. On 10th September 2017, in his NFL debut, Jamaal had 2 rushes for 9 yards in a 17–9 victory against the Seattle Seahawks. In Week 9, he scored his 1st career rushing touchdown against the Detroit Lions. Further, on 3rd December, Jamaal had 113 rushing yards and 1 touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He finished his rookie season recording 556 rushing yards, 4 rushing touchdowns, 262 receiving yards, 25 receptions, and 2 receiving touchdowns.
In the 2018 season, Jamaal recorded 464 rushing yards, 27 receptions for 210 receiving yards, and 3 rushing touchdowns. On 26th September 2019, during Week 4, he suffered a concussion in the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. He lay motionless on the turf for several minutes; he was quickly transported to a local hospital for evaluation and was released the next day. Further, in the following week’s match, he rushed 14 times for 104 yards and caught 4 passes for 32 yards and 1 touchdown in the 23–22 win against the Detroit Lions. In the Week 8 match against the Kansas City Chiefs, Jamaal rushed 7 times for 22 yards and 1 touchdown and caught 3 passes for 14 yards and 1 touchdown in the 31–24 win. Jamaal finished the season recording 460 rushing yards and 1 rushing touchdown, with 39 receptions for 253 receiving yards and 5 receiving touchdowns.
On 3rd November 2020, Jamaal was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list and was activated after six days. He finished the 2020 season recording 119 carries for 505 rushing yards and 4 rushing touchdowns, with 31 receptions for 236 receiving yards and 1 receiving touchdown.
On 19th March 2021, Jamaal signed a two-year contract with the Detroit Lions. In the team’s 2021 regular season, he was the opener. He scored 110 scrimmage yards in the 41–33 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. On 25th November 2021, in his career, he carried the ball for the 585th time and broke the previous NFL record held by Phillip Lindsay. Jamaal finished the 2021 season recording 153 carries for 601 rushing yards, 3 rushing touchdowns, and 26 receptions for 157 receiving yards.
In the 2022 season, Jamaal recorded 2 rushing touchdowns as the start for the first four games. Further, he recorded 2 rushing touchdowns in the final game of the regular season; he scored the Detroit Lions single-season touchdown record by scoring 17 and surpassed the previous 16 set by Barry Sanders in 1991.
In addition to his on-field contributions, Jamaal has been involved in charitable efforts and community service. He has participated in several events and initiatives through the Packers organization, like the team’s annual Play 60 event and the Packers Golf Classic; these organizations raise funds for local charities. He is also involved in other charitable efforts, including visits to hospitals and schools.
Jamaal Williams Social Appearance:
On Instagram and Twitter, Jamaal has around 308K and 101K followers, respectively. He regularly posts on these profiles to keep his fans updated.
Jamaal Williams Dedicates His Game To His Late Great Grandfather
Former BYU Cougars running back Jamaal Williams (27) on Sunday Night Football had an emotional post-game interview. He achieved a game ball from NBC, and Jamaal dedicated it to his late great-grandfather.
Jamaal’s former team, the Green Bay Packers, hosted the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on 8th, January Sunday.
Jamaal led the Lions to a 20-16 win against the Packers.
Post-game, he received a Sunday Night Football game ball on KSL 5 TV during NBC’s interview.
An emotional Jamaal dedicated the game ball to his late great-grandfather. In addition, he called out the doubters that wrote off the Detroit Lions before the game and predicted a Green Bay Packers victory.
In Week 18, Jamaal stood out; he passed Barry Sanders to become Lion’s single-season touchdown record holder.
He finished the game recording 16 carries for 72 yards and 2 touchdowns.
This season, he entered the game with 246 carries for 994 yards and 15 touchdowns. With the win, the Lions ended their season with a 9-8 record and eliminated their division rival from playoff contention.
