MADISON – CJ Williams’ breakout season came just time to catch the eye of NFL scouts.
The Stanford receiver caught more passes and had more receiver yards during the 2025 season than he had during his previous three years. Williams’ play caught the eye of the Jacksonville Jaguars, who selected him in the sixth round of the NFL draft with the 203rd overall pick.
He was the third former Wisconsin Badger selected in the draft, joining Connecticut receiver Skyler Bell and Indiana tight end Riley Nowakowski.
CJ Williams draft grade: B-C
USA TODAY, which likes Williams’ skill set, gave the pick a B. CBS Sports wasn’t as much of a fan of the selection because he was the second straight receiver taken by the team. It gave the selection a C.
Where did CJ Williams go to college?
Williams started his career at USC then played for Wisconsin in 2023 and ’24 before transferring to Stanford.
CJ Williams’ highlights
He played in 37 games during his career with 16 starts. He started 11 of 12 games for the Cardinal and received honorable mention all-ACC distinction in ’25.
CJ Williams’ stats
Williams led the Cardinal in receptions (59), receiving yards (749) and receiving touchdowns (six). During his first three seasons he had 35 catches for 430 yards and two touchdowns.
What is CJ Wiliams’ height, weight?
Williams was listed as 6-1, 195 pounds on Stanford’s pro day in March.
How did CJ Williams fare at the NFL combine?
Williams was not invited to the combine.
This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Former Wisconsin WR CJ Williams selected by Jacksonville in NFL draft
Reporting by Mark Stewart, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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