
Dee Williams brings veteran return-game juice and DB versatility
Dee Williams has shown clear value as a playmaker and field-position weapon, not just a cover man: in the 2022 season at Tennessee, he posted 298 all-purpose yards with a punt-return touchdown, and in the 2023 season he added another punt-return score while maintaining his role as a defensive back. That kind of explosive special-teams impact is the differentiator—he can flip momentum in one snap and gives a team a seasoned, high-energy presence. If Western Carolina is looking for a DB who can spark hidden yards and bring edge, he’s a strong fit.