Derwin Dawayne Williams (born May 6, 1961) is a former wide receiver for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). He played for the Patriots from 1985 through 1987.

Derwin Williams
No. 82
PositionWide receiver
Personal information
Born (1961-05-06) May 6, 1961 (age 65)
Brownwood, Texas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Listed weight180 lb (82 kg)
Career information
High schoolBrownwood (TX)
CollegeNew Mexico
NFL draft1984: 7th round, 192nd overall pick
Career history
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Career NFL statistics
Receptions14
Receiving yards228
Stats at Pro Football Reference

After his retirement, Williams became a resident of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, he also began working as a football official and currently works for Conference USA football games. When his son, Mason Williams, became a prospect in baseball, the Williams family moved to Winter Garden, Florida, where Mason could play baseball all year, to increase his chances of receiving a college scholarship.[1] Mason Williams was drafted in the 4th round of the 2015 MLB draft by the New York Yankees.

References

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  1. McGair, Brendan (June 16, 2012). "The son becomes the father: Derwin and Mason Williams". The Call. Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Retrieved June 12, 2015.