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Rookie DeShawn Williams generating buzz during training camp

Bengals defensive coordinator Paul Guenther compared undrafted college free agent DeShawn Williams to Geno Atkins, in stature and attributes. Williams, facing significant competition on the defensive line, could be a strong candidate for the practice squad.

Narratively-speaking, there's always surprising stories concerning undrafted college free agents threatening to make the 53-man roster. There's the legendary class of 2012, marking the arrival of two starting linebackers in Vontaze Burfict and Emmanuel Lamur. But many players generate a positive impression and then unfortunately fade for one reason or another.

Undrafted candidates with opportunities to make the 53-man roster this season include wide receiver Jake Kumerow, who benefits by playing a position that's starving for talent at the bottom-half of its roster.