For Alabama football freshman receiver Ryan Williams, it was the latter. The first day the Crimson Tide wore pads in practice, the Saraland product went across the middle on a shallow crossing route. He tried to juke. Emphasize on tried. Linebacker Justin Jefferson made Williams pay for it.

The Alabama football star freshman wide receiver initially ended his commitment to the Crimson Tide hours after coach Nick Saban announced his retirement from the program and days after wide receivers coach Holmon Wiggins left for Texas A&M. But Williams said it didn't take long for DeBoer and the new Alabama coaching staff to make an impact.

Ryan Williams usually wears gloves during Alabama football games. But when he takes them off, you can see his painted nails. Such was the case Friday after practice, when Williams spoke to reporters.

Here's why the former Alabama coach encouraged Ryan Williams to start a podcast during his time with Alabama football.

Georgia's head coach Kirby Smart spoke about the upcoming matchup, and spoke about Alabama's offensive talent, particularly the young phenom receiver Ryan Williams, who has been a headliner in Alabama's first three wins of the season. Charlie Potter provided a specific quote on X.

Alabama football freshman receiver Ryan Williams asked to put himself on the DeVonta Smith training program with the Crimson Tide.

Alabama football WR Ryan Williams hasn't played a down against an SEC opponent yet, but after Wisconsin win, he's living up to his billing as freshman

Williams, who has 10 catches for 285 yards and four touchdowns, is captivating the college football world with his game-breaking plays that showcase his blazing speed, while Mbakwe has flashed as a punter returns and as a future lockdown corner.

When asked to describe the state of the Alabama football wide receiver room through the first three games, co-offensive coordinator JaMarcus Shephard eventually complimented the unit's explosiveness and tendency to shine in the clutch moments.