Cameron Williams

Cameron Williams, Texas, OT, 6056, 317, Jr

Draft Profile

Overview
 The tape doesn't lie - Williams is a dancing bear with rare physical gifts who needs an offense built to maximize his strengths early in his career. Watch him against Georgia's edge rushers in the SEC Championship game and you'll see both the mouth-watering potential and the technical wrinkles that need ironing out. His ability to shut down power rushers and handle stunts in that game jumped off the screen, but those few losses to speed around the edge exposed the footwork issues that could plague him against NFL athletes. Put him in a quick-game passing attack with heavy play-action concepts, and Williams becomes an immediate problem for defensive coordinators. His massive frame and vice-grip hands shine when he can set vertically and play in a phone booth. The Michigan game particularly highlighted this - watching him rag-doll defenders on quick passes and play-action concepts had me rewinding the tape multiple times. But asking him to consistently hold up on seven-step drops against wide-9 techniques is setting him up to fail as a rookie. I'm convinced Williams has legitimate starting right tackle potential in a scheme that plays to his strengths. The improvement in his pass sets from September to December was remarkable - you can see the game slowing down for him with each start. A power-based offense that can give him occasional chip help against elite speed while letting him maul in the run game would unlock his ceiling as a force on the right side. The technical foundation is there - now it's about building on it.

Background

Mountain of a man who transformed his body and his game, Williams emerged from the football hotbed of Duncanville, Texas, as a raw but tantalizing prospect. After spending his early years at Texas primarily on special teams duty, Williams dropped nearly 35 pounds from his junior to senior season, reshaping himself from a 369-pound behemoth into a more mobile 335-pound tackle who could better handle the demands of SEC edge rushers. The dedication to reinventing himself paid immediate dividends in 2024, as Williams locked down the right tackle spot and never looked back. His dominant performance against Colorado State in the season opener earned him SEC Co-Offensive Lineman of the Week honors, setting the tone for a breakout campaign. The transformation culminated in Williams being named a Joe Moore Award finalist, recognition as one of college football's premier offensive linemen. While his career arc took time to develop, Williams' senior season showcased his true potential. He anchored an offensive line that helped Texas amass over 500 yards in multiple games, including a masterful performance against Florida where the Longhorns racked up 562 total yards. His protection helped quarterback Arch Manning complete 83.9% of his passes against Mississippi State, though a late-season injury cost him the CFP Quarterfinal appearance against Arizona State.
Scouting Report
Pros
Devastating power in his initial punch, displaying vice-grip hand strength that allows him to control defenders once he locks on - showed up repeatedly against Georgia's front. Exhibits rare ability to convert pass protection reps into pancake blocks, firing his feet late to bury edge rushers who try to counter inside. Shows flashes as a people-mover in the run game, creating good displacement on down blocks, though consistency can waver - especially against more technically sound defenders. Shows impressive mobility for his size when pulling or climbing to the second level, particularly evident in Texas's screen game. Uses his massive frame and length expertly in pass protection, forcing edge rushers to take extremely wide angles to the quarterback. Demonstrates good football intelligence, showing consistent improvement in picking up stunts and blitzes throughout the 2024 season. Brings a mean streak to the field, finishing blocks with authority and looking to plant defenders whenever possible. Young for the position at just 21 years old, suggesting significant room for technical refinement and continued physical development.
Cons
Still developing proper kick-slide technique, often gaining minimal ground out of his stance which leaves him vulnerable to speed rushers. Hand placement can be erratic in pass protection, particularly against crafty defenders who can exploit his high strikes. Tends to bend at the waist rather than the knees when faced with quick change-of-direction moves, leading to balance issues. Shows some limitations in recovery ability when beaten initially, lacking the lateral agility to redirect against counter moves. Struggles to maintain consistent leverage in the run game, often playing too high and limiting his ability to drive defenders off the ball despite his impressive size.

HISTORY — From College Profile

A third-year offensive lineman who has played in 22 games with on start … a Joe Moore Award semifinalist.

SOPHOMORE (2023)
Played in nine games with one start … started at right tackle against Kansas State … Texas totaled 478 yards of offense including 230 rushing yards (6.2 ypc) in an OT victory over Wildcats … Jonathon Brooks rushed for 112 yards and CJ Baxter 90 yards … saw time on the offensive line and the special teams unit against Rice, Baylor, Kansas, Oklahoma, Houston, BYU, Texas Tech and Oklahoma State.

FRESHMAN (2022)
Played in 13 games, primarily on the field goal unit … blocked for place-kicker Bert Auburn, who has been successful on 21-of-26 (80.82%) field goal attempts and all 55 point after tries.

HIGH SCHOOL
A four-time all-district honoree … rated No. 84 nationally, No. 7 among offensive tackles and No. 21 overall in the state of Texas by On3 … ranked No. 283 nationally, No. 25 among offensive tackles and No. 44 overall in the state of Texas by ESPN … rated No. 15 nationally among offensive guards and No. 71 overall in the state of Texas by Rivals … ranked No. 88 among offensive tackles and No. 123 overall in the state of Texas by 247Sports … chosen to the 2021 Super Team Second Team, the Texas Top 300 and as a Top 10 offensive lineman by Dave Campbell’s Texas Football … placed No. 13 on the list of top area recruits by the Dallas Morning News … named first-team All-District 11-6A in 2021 … part of an offense that has averaged 47.4 points and 420 total yards per game, including four games of 60 or more points and six games of 450 or more yards with eight games of 300 or more rushing yards as a senior … helped the offense average 67.3 points over a three-game stretch against Mansfield, Waco and Belton … paved the way for 511 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns against Waco Midway … helped block for 479 total yards, including 347 rushing yards with six rushing touchdowns against Waxahachie … helped the offense accumulate 605 total yards, including 409 rushing yards with seven rushing touchdowns against Mansfield … helped Duncanville to a 13-2 overall record, including an 8-0 district mark and title, and an appearance in the 6A Division 1 championship game in 2021 … tabbed unanimous first-team All-District 11-6A in 2020 … part of an offense that averaged 433.3 total yards, 206.0 rushing yards and 45.6 points per game as a junior … helped the offense score 50 or more points six times … blocked for an offense that totaled 561 yards, including 284 passing and 277 rushing with six rushing touchdowns on the way to 74 points against Waco Midway … paved the way for 509 total yards and a season-high 341 rushing yards against Mansfield Lake Ridge … helped the offense record 513 total yards with 282 passing and 231 rushing and nine touchdowns against Harker Heights … helped block for a season-high 471 passing yards and 520 total yards against DeSoto … helped Duncanville to a 10-2 overall record, including an 3-0 district mark and title, and an appearance in the 6A Division 1 semifinals in 2020 … chosen Offensive Newcomer of the Year of District 8-6A in 2019 … part of an offense that averaged 44.7 points per game as a sophomore … helped the offense score 50 or more points in five games, including a season-high 61 against Skyline … helped Duncanville to a 15-1 overall record, including an 7-0 district mark and title, and an appearance in the 6A Division 1 championship game in 2019.