Last year was a magical freshman season for Ryan Williams . He exploded onto the scene and looked like the next great Alabama WR in a lineage that boasts names like Julio, Amari, and DeVonta. But the sequel in 2025 has been a lot less cinematic. The hype and expectation are still there, and the spotlight never faded, but the ride has been bumpier. Through four games, he’s been limited to 15 catches for 238 yards and two scores. But now, Kalen DeBoer is stepping in with a reminder that the 18-year-old’s story isn’t written yet.

On Monday night’s Hey Coach show, Kalen DeBoer was asked point-blank about Ryan Williams’ uneven start. His answer sounded like a belief. “He kept his head up. He kept plugging away. He wants that [catch] as much as anyone,” the HC said. “I promise you

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