Wendall Williams played college football at University of the Cumberlands and was signed by the Texans as an undrafted free agent in 2016.
18 Facts About Wendall Williams
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Wendall Williams made many media headlines after he broke the 40-yard dash record, with a time of 4.19 seconds unofficially.
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Wendall Williams attended Bishop Ludden High School, where he played competitive football and track.
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However, Wendall Williams struggled academically, which deterred many colleges from recruiting him.
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Wendall Williams signed with Division III Morrisville State College, where he played football for the Mustangs.
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Wendall Williams subsequently enrolled at Onondaga Community College, where he attended for two semesters.
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Wendall Williams then transferred to Hudson Valley Community College, later dropping out after losing his financial aid package for dropping too many classes.
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Wendall Williams then worked as a truck driver, and did not continue his athletic career.
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When Wendall Williams was 21, he received a call from family friend Will Dowdell, encouraging Wendall Williams to continue his athletic career in college.
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Motivated, Wendall Williams enrolled at Herkimer County Community College, playing basketball and track for the Generals.
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Wendall Williams accepted an offer to University of the Cumberlands, where he enrolled with two remaining years of athletic eligibility.
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Wendall Williams started at wide receiver during his junior and senior seasons, and competed on the track team, participating in the 100 and 200 meter dash, as well as the long jump.
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Wendall Williams was signed by the Texans as an undrafted free agent on May 6,2016.
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Wendall Williams was released by the Texans on September 3,2016, during final roster cuts.
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Wendall Williams was signed to the Jets' practice squad on September 12,2016.
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Wendall Williams was signed to the Texans' practice squad on November 9,2016.
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Wendall Williams was promoted to the active roster on December 13,2016.
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On September 2,2017, Wendall Williams was waived by the Texans after breaking his collarbone in a preseason game.