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By Charles Bottage

Updated 29 March 2023

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Australian defensive tackle

Jesse Williams is ...

Alive

Born	2 November 1990 in American football
Age	32 years, 7 months

Sex or gender	male
Country of citizenship	Australia
Occupation	American football player
Height	1.91m (6'3")
Weight	334kg (736.3lbs)
Sport	American football
Member of sports team	Alabama Crimson Tide football and Arizona Western Matadors football
Educated at	Cavendish Road State High School and Norman Park State School

About Jesse Williams

Jesse Williams is a force to be reckoned with on the football field. Born in Brisbane, Australia on November 2, 1990, Williams grew up playing rugby league before discovering American football in his late teens. He quickly made a name for himself as a dominant defensive tackle, earning a scholarship to play at the University of Alabama.

During his time at Alabama, Williams was a key player on the Crimson Tide's national championship team in 2011. He was known for his strength and agility, as well as his intimidating presence on the field. In 2013, Williams was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the fifth round of the NFL draft.

Unfortunately, Williams' professional career was plagued by injuries. He spent much of his time on the sidelines, unable to play due to knee and ankle injuries. Despite this setback, Williams remained determined to succeed. He underwent multiple surgeries and worked tirelessly to get back on the field.

In 2017, Williams signed with the NFL's Oakland Raiders. He played in 10 games that season, recording 14 tackles and one sack. However, his time with the Raiders was short-lived, and he was released in 2018.

Despite the challenges he's faced, Williams remains a beloved figure in the football world. He's known for his toughness, his work ethic, and his dedication to the game. Off the field, Williams is also a passionate advocate for animal rights, and has worked with organizations like PETA to raise awareness about animal cruelty.

Today, Williams continues to train and stay in shape, hoping for another chance to play in the NFL. He's also pursuing other interests, including music and fashion. With his talent, determination, and unique perspective as an Australian player in the American football world, there's no doubt that Jesse Williams will continue to make an impact both on and off the field.

References:

- "Jesse Williams." Pro Football Reference. https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/W/WillJe03.htm

- "Jesse Williams." ESPN. https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/15808/jesse-williams

- "Jesse Williams." Alabama Crimson Tide. https://rolltide.com/sports/football/roster/jesse-williams/1421