Showed signs in 2024 that he could become an all-conference linebacker for the Aggies … Has strength and determination and a thirst to make plays and tackles … He is one of A&T’s marvels in the weight room … Has a 405-pound bench press, a 530-pound squat press, a 315-pound power clean and a 455-pound front squat … He is described as someone with a relentless worth ethic and attitude … Was also recruited by Bryant and Maine.
2024 Season: Played in 12 games with two starts … Made 16 tackles, including six unassisted and two for loss … Made the start against Elon on Nov. 23 and compiled a season-high eight tackles, including three unassisted and one for loss that resulted in a sack in A&T’s 31-21 loss at Truist Stadium … He also forced a fumble in the contest … Returned to his hometown of Richmond on Oct. 5 and made two unassisted tackles in the Aggies 20-17 loss to the Richmond Spiders.
High School: Played four years of varsity football at Trinity Episcopal School under head coach Wali Rainer … Won two state championships at Trinity Episcopal School … Also graduated from the school as its all-time leader in tackles … Was also a two-time All-Virginia Prep League performer … Earned All-Metro honors as a senior and was considered the Trinity Episcopal School’s strongest man as a senior … Also participated in track and field and lacrosse in high school.
Personal: Full name is Jayden Williams … He is the son of Dekesha Williams and was born on Jan. 16, 2006 … Has three siblings … He is an information technology major … Chose his major because coding is a big puzzle that must be solved, therefore, making it a fun challenge … His sister, Deja Chambliss, was a standout gymnast at George Washington University, qualifying for NCAA regionals three times … Enjoys gaming, fishing, traveling, and food …His pregame ritual includes talking to his mom, drinking Pedialyte, doing 100 pushups, and blasting music.
