Ryan Williams Changes Name to Ryan Coleman-Williams for 2026 Season
Ryan Williams Changes Name to Ryan Coleman-Williams
In a significant update for college football fans, Ryan Williams has announced that he will change his name to Ryan Coleman-Williams for the 2026 season. This change comes as he prepares to wear jersey No. 1 for the Alabama Crimson Tide, following the transfer of Isaiah Horton, who wore the number in 2025.
The name change incorporates the last name of Ryan’s mother, Tiffany Coleman, reflecting a personal connection to his family heritage. Coleman-Williams previously wore jersey No. 2 during his first two seasons at Alabama, where he has made a notable impact on the field.
In his freshman year, Coleman-Williams was a standout player, recording 48 receptions for 865 yards and 8 touchdowns in 2024. His performance continued into 2025, where he achieved 49 receptions for 689 yards and 4 touchdowns, although he faced a drop rate of 16.9% that season.
Coleman-Williams was highly regarded as a five-star recruit from Saraland High School and was the fourth-ranked overall prospect in the 2024 recruiting class. His transition to the new name and jersey number is expected to generate excitement among fans and teammates alike.
Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer has expressed confidence in Coleman-Williams’ potential for a big year in 2026, stating, “I think he’s going to have a big year ahead.” This optimism is further supported by the fact that Coleman-Williams will be working with a new position coach, Derrick Nix, in the upcoming season.
As Coleman-Williams prepares for the 2026 season, he reflects on the significance of his name change, stating, “It’s both of my last names. I just wanted to represent. That’s pretty much it.” This sentiment underscores the personal importance of the change as he looks to make his mark on the field.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any additional changes or plans for the upcoming season, but the announcement of his name change has already sparked interest in his performance and potential contributions to the team.
