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Six receptions for 91 yards Williams notched six receptions (on 11 targets) for 91 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 33-8 defeat versus Florida.

Impact Williams was partially responsible for Tulane's only points when the team logged its bowl game one week ago. In doing so, he also ensured that 2024 would be a historic season on his part. Williams finished this year with career highs in each receiving category. He logged 60 receptions (on 94 targets) for 1,031 yards (17.2 averaged per reception) and six touchdowns across his 14 games. Now, the question is whether or not Williams stays put at Tulane or transfers colleges yet again.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Tops 100 yards in loss Williams reeled in 6 of 10 targets for 109 yards and one touchdown during Friday's 35-14 loss against Army.

Impact Williams hit the 100-yard mark for the second straight game and the fourth time this season, but it wasn't enough to carry the Green Wave to a victory over the formidable Army Black Knights. The wideout, who had a breakout campaign for Tulane after transferring from USC, will now need to decide if he plans to suit up for the bowl game against Florida on Dec. 20.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in Thursday's loss Williams gathered in 7 of 9 targets for 130 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 34-24 loss versus Memphis.

Impact Williams was the bright spot of the Green Wave's offense Thursday. He set season highs in receptions, targets and yards and caught his fourth touchdown of the season. He had one crucial mistake though as he lost a fumble in the fourth quarter following a 55-yard reception that would have set the Green Wave up in the red zone. Williams will look to build off this performance versus Army in the AAC Conference Championship on Dec. 6.

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Productive again Saturday Williams gathered in 4 of 5 targets for 94 yards during Saturday's 52-6 victory over Temple.

Impact Williams gained 94 yards in Saturday's blowout, his fifth time this season gaining over 90 yards through the air. His volume was somewhat limited by the Green Wave jumping out to a big lead, but he still was able to finish with a productive outing on four catches.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

96 yards in win Williams gathered in 6 of 8 targets for 96 yards during Thursday's 34-3 victory over Charlotte.

Impact Williams had a solid day Thursday as he tied a season high with six catches and was targeted eight times for the fourth time this season. He also gained over 90 yards for the fourth time this season and the first time since Week 5. While he remains the No. 1 option in the passing game, the Green Wave's low passing volume gives him a low floor every week even though he's capable of putting up performances like he did Thursday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles versus Rice Williams posted three receptions (on nine targets) for 25 yards during Saturday's 24-10 win over Rice.

Impact Williams saw a season-high nine targets Saturday, however he and Darian Mensah were only able to connect three times for 25 yards. Williams has had three productive games this season and those three came in the three games where Mensah threw over 200 yards. With Mensah struggling a bit in the air and Makhi Hughes dominating on the ground, Williams may continue to struggle unless the Green Wave find themselves in passing situations more often.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in blowout win Williams had one reception (on three targets) for eight yards during Saturday's 71-20 victory versus UAB.

Impact The Green Wave ran the ball 50 times Saturday compared to just 18 passing attempts, so it's not a major surprise that Williams had his worst game of the season. He set season lows in receptions, targets and yards and was simply not needed in the 51-point victory. With some struggling opponents coming up on the schedule, Williams will likely need to get involved early to salvage a good performance.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice in Saturday's win Williams hauled in all four targets for 94 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 45-10 victory against South Florida.

Impact Williams scored a pair of touchdowns in the second quarter Saturday, a 53-yard score with four minutes left in the half, and then a 27-yard touchdown with under two minutes remaining. It was an excellent bounce back performance after back-to-back quiet outings. He set a season low with four targets, but the Green Wave did not pass much in the second half so that's not a major concern moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet again Saturday Williams notched five receptions (on eight targets) for 24 yards during Saturday's 41-33 victory against Louisiana.

Impact Williams once again led the team in receptions and targets Saturday, but seeing that Darian Mensah only threw for 83 yards it was not a great game for Williams. Despite two straight duds, he has been targeted eight times in each of his last three games, so when Mensah throws the ball, he's usually looking for Williams. The major question moving forward is how much Tulane will need to pass versus their conference foes, because if the Green Wave rely on the run like they did on Saturday, Williams' value will diminish as the season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet versus Oklahoma Williams logged three receptions (on eight targets) for 36 yards during Saturday's 34-19 loss against Oklahoma.

Impact After accumulating over 250 yards through the first two games, Williams quieted down in Week 3. Even though he was targeted eight times, he made just three catches for 36 yards. He still appears to be Darian Mensah's favorite target and should be able to get back to more productive days with a favorable upcoming schedule.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Former Sooner Mario Williams is making a return to Norman Tulane’s Mario Williams is ready to put on a show at Memorial Stadium as part of the Green Wave.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Another strong performance Saturday Williams logged six receptions (on eight targets) for 128 yards during Saturday's 34-27 defeat versus Kansas State.

Impact Williams was the Green Wave's leading receiver for the second straight week, accumulating 128 yards on six catches. He once again led the team in receptions, targets and yards, but still failed to find the end zone. Shazz Preston (hamstring) sat out again, so Williams' production could take a hit when the Alabama transfer returns to the field.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another strong performance Saturday Williams logged six receptions (on eight targets) for 128 yards during Saturday's 34-27 defeat versus Kansas State.

Impact Williams was the Green Wave's leading receiver for the second straight week, accumulating 128 yards on six catches. He once again led the team in receptions, targets and yards, but still failed to find the end zone. Shazz Preston (hamstring) sat out again, so Williams' production could take a hit when the Alabama transfer returns to the field.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

124 yards in opener Williams had four receptions (on five targets) for 124 yards during Thursday's 52-0 victory against Southeastern Louisiana.

Impact Williams had an excellent start to his Tulane career and quickly announced himself as Darian Mensah's favorite target. He led the team in receptions, targets and receiving yards, recording 98 more yards than his next closest teammate. With Shazz Preston (hamstring) out of the opener, Williams became the clear cut No. 1 option, but only time will tell how targets will be doled out when both players are on the field.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

124 yards in opener Williams had four receptions (on five targets) for 124 yards during Thursday's 52-0 victory against Southeastern Louisiana.

Impact Williams had an excellent start to his Tulane career and quickly announced himself as Darian Mensah's favorite target. He led the team in receptions, targets and receiving yards, recording 98 more yards than his next closest teammate. With Shazz Preston (hamstring) out of the opener, Williams became the clear cut No. 1 option, but only time will tell how targets will be doled out when both players are on the field.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lincoln Riley wants recruits 'willing to hang in there' in transfer portal era

Reacting to the departure of Malachi Nelson and other top-tier recruits, USC's Lincoln Riley is focusing on his ability to develop talent.

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Leaving USC Williams announced Friday that he is entering the transfer portal, Adam Rittenberg of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Williams tallied 29 catches for 305 yards and two touchdowns across 12 games in 2023. The junior wideout will look to join his second program after transferring from Oklahoma to USC ahead of the 2022 campaign.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end zone in loss Williams caught four passes for 42 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 52-42 loss to Washington.

Impact Williams found the end zone for just the second time this season on Saturday, connecting with quarterback Caleb Williams on a 20-yard score late in the third quarter. The junior receiver will look to find paydirt once again in what should be a high-scoring matchup against Oregon next Saturday.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 24, 2023

Sees production surge in win Williams caught four passes for 82 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday's 30-14 win over Washington State.

Impact You can't blame the opposition for swinging a safety over to double-team Jordan Addison, but Williams showed how he can exploit a defense if they play him man-to-man. Addison grabs the headlines, but Williams' breakaway speed and reliable hands can't be ignored.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds end xone in win Williams caught five passes for 50 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 42-25 win over Arixona State

Impact Williams caught his second touchdown of the season via his former Oklahoma teammate. It's tough to have weekly success when you line up alongside Jordan Addison, and Williams' totals reflect that fact. He will see his share of targets, but he only has 18 receptions for 266 yards through five games. Although he's on pace for a career year, he was expected to have a bit more success in Los Angeles.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Catches all four targets Williams caught all of four of his targets for 49 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 76-0 win over Western Carolina.

Impact Williams now has a touchdown catch in each of his first two college football games which is an intriguing trend on one of the most dynamic offenses in the nation. The true freshman is a real weapon for Spencer Rattler and can be considered for most fantasy leagues as he has 10 catches for 86 yards and two touchdowns on 12 targets through two games. He should receive even more playing time versus Nebraska next week.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Adds TD in Oklahoma debut Williams grabbed six catches for 37 yards and a touchdown on a team-high eight targets in Saturday's 40-35 win over Tulane.

Impact Williams was the only Oklahoma receiver to record a touchdown as the Sooners' other three scores were in the run-game. The true freshman was able to record a team-high eight targets, however, number one receiver Marvin Mims did more with his five catches as he racked up 117 receiving yards. Nonetheless, it was an impressive debut for Williams who could become a reliable target in one of the nation's most dynamic offenses. They'll host Western Carolina next week.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE