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Tate Williams
DCTF Star Rating
Offensive Guard
Wall Hawks, Class of 2021
Status: Verbal Commit
- State Rank:#38
- Position Rank:#3
Williams burst onto the radar out of nowhere. The small school star has the strength and size to dominate the line of scrimmage and the frame and upside to be considered a four-star recruit. Williams' versatility is an asset as he could play tackle, guard, or center at a very high level.
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