DeShawn Williams


DeShawn Shamaine Williams is an American football defensive end who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Clemson.

Professional career

Cincinnati Bengals

Williams signed with the Cincinnati Bengals as an undrafted free agent on May 8, 2015. He was released by the Bengals on September 5, 2015 during final roster cuts and was signed to the practice squad the next day. He spent his entire rookie season on the practice squad. He signed a reserve/futures contract with the Bengals on January 6, 2016.
He was released by the Bengals on November 26, 2016 but was re-signed two days later.
On September 2, 2017, Williams was waived by the Bengals and was signed to the practice squad the next day.

Denver Broncos

On January 17, 2018, Williams signed a reserve/future contract with the Denver Broncos. He was waived on September 1, 2018 and was signed to the practice squad the next day. He was released on September 11, 2018.

Miami Dolphins

On October 16, 2018, Williams was signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad.. On December 5, 2018, Williams was released from the Dolphins practice squad.

Indianapolis Colts

On December 10, 2018, Williams was signed to the Indianapolis Colts practice squad. He signed a reserve/future contract on January 13, 2019. He was waived on April 30, 2019.

Denver Broncos (second stint)

On May 13, 2019, Williams was signed by the Denver Broncos. He was released on August 31, 2019.