4-star DB Derek Williams commits to the Texas Longhorns

On3 imageby:Joe Cook06/27/22

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Thought the run was over? Think again. Texas dipped into Louisiana for the second time in a week to land a commitment from 2023 New Iberia (La.) Westgate defensive back Derek Williams.

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Williams chose the Longhorns over competing offers from Clemson, Miami (Fla.), LSU, Alabama, Michigan, Texas A&M, and Oklahoma. Williams took one official visit during his recruitment process, and it was a trip to Austin the weekend of June 24.

“Real early in my career, University of Texas has shown a growing interest in my game,” Williams told On3 in early June ahead of his visit. “I was invited to a camp where I had the chance to get some great work in and showcase my talents. The love the Texas coaching staff emphasizes is second to none when it comes to making a player at home. They do a great job of making me feel wanted. My family and teammates love the vibes also so those guys trusting the college brings a feeling of security to my heart in terms of being successful later on and life and that’s what it’s all about.”

Alabama was the overwhelming favorite to land Williams according to the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine (RPM), with an 88.7 percent likelihood. Texas was second with a 5.2 percent chance before his commitment.

Williams is ranked as the No. 30 prospect in the country according to the On3 Consensus. The Consensus ranks him as the No. 4 safety and No. 3 prospect in Louisiana.

On3 ranks Williams as the No. 23 prospect in the country, the No. 2 safety, and No. 4 player in Louisiana.

He is the 15th member of Texas’ 2023 class.

On3 high school scouting summary

Physical safety who plays with a knock-your-head-off mentality. Has tremendous position versatility on the defensive side of the ball as a back seven defender. Shows off his explosiveness and overall athleticism on the basketball court and as a running back on offense. Flies downhill and runs the alley as good as any prospect in the 2023 cycle. Lines up as a corner, center field safety, down in the box as a backer and occasionally off the edge as a pass rusher. High upside player that will need to continue to physically develop into his frame due to being one of the younger defensive backs in his class.

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