Date of Birth: April 25, 1983
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Biography
DeAngelo Williams is a former professional American football running back who played in the National Football League (NFL) for 11 seasons. Born on April 25, 1983, in Little Rock, Arkansas, Williams grew up in Wynne, Arkansas, where he attended Wynne High School. Excelling in multiple sports, he particularly shone in football, becoming a star running back. Williams attended the University of Memphis, where he played college football for the Memphis Tigers. He left as the NCAA’s fourth all-time leading rusher. His collegiate success led to his selection in the first round of the 2006 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers. Williams played for the Panthers from 2006 to 2014 and later joined the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he played from 2015 to 2016. Throughout his NFL career, Williams was known for his speed, agility, and versatility. He earned a Pro Bowl selection in 2009 and was a key player in both teams he played for. After retiring from professional football in 2017, Williams pursued a career in professional wrestling and became an advocate for breast cancer awareness, inspired by his mother and other female relatives who battled the disease.
5 Interesting Facts about DeAngelo Williams
1. DeAngelo Williams holds the NCAA record for most 100-yard rushing games with 34.
2. He was named the NFL Alumni Running Back of the Year in 2008.
3. Williams is a devoted advocate for breast cancer awareness and has funded mammogram screenings in Charlotte and Pittsburgh.
4. He made a successful debut in professional wrestling for Impact Wrestling in 2017.
5. Williams went back to college after retiring from the NFL to complete his degree.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from DeAngelo Williams
1. “The only way to prove that you’re a good sport is to lose.”
2. “You don’t play the game for the money but for the love of the game.”
3. “No matter what, always give your best effort, even when the odds are against you.”
4. “Football taught me discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.”
5. “The fight against breast cancer is a personal one for me, and I will continue to support this cause.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth achieved by DeAngelo Williams is estimated to be around $16 million.
Children
DeAngelo Williams has two children, a daughter named Rhiya and a son named Roscoe, with his wife, Risalyn Burzynski.
Relevant Links
1. [DeAngelo Williams NFL Profile](https://www.nfl.com/players/deangelo-williams/
3. [DeAngelo Williams’ Impact Wrestling Debut](https://impactwrestling.com/deangelo-williams/
