Javarris Williams

Javarris Jamiel Williams (born April 8, 1986) is an American former professional football player who was a running back in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Tennessee State Tigers.^[1] Williams was selected by the Kansas City Chiefs in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL draft.^[2] He was also a member of the Seattle Seahawks, Houston Texans, Dallas Cowboys, and Washington Redskins.

Javarris Williams

Williams during his tenure with the Chiefs.
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Position:	Running back
Personal information
Born:	(1986-04-08) April 8, 1986 (age 39) Richmond, Texas, U.S.
Height:	5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight:	220 lb (100 kg)
Career information
High school:	Foster (Richmond)
College:	Tennessee State
NFL draft:	2009: 7th round, 212th pick
Career history
Kansas City Chiefs (2009) Seattle Seahawks (2010)* Houston Texans (2011–2012)* Dallas Cowboys (2012)* Washington Redskins (2012)*
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Rushing attempts: 6 Rushing yards: 6 Stats at Pro Football Reference

Early life

He played high school football at Foster High School in Richmond Texas.

Professional career

Kansas Chiefs

Williams spent the 2009 preseason as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs before being released.^[3] Williams was promoted to the active roster on December 5, 2009, due to the season-ending knee injury suffered by Kolby Smith.

He was released on September 4, 2010.

Seattle Seahawks

Williams was signed to the practice squad of the Seattle Seahawks on October 6, 2010. He was released on October 10.^[4]

Houston Texans

On August 12, 2011, Williams signed with the Houston Texans. He was released on September 3. He signed with the team's practice squad on October 19.

Williams was released on June 4, 2012.

Dallas Cowboys

On August 6, 2012, Williams signed with the Dallas Cowboys. He was released on August 27.

Washington Redskins

Williams signed with the practice squad of the Washington Redskins on September 11, 2012.^[5]