Quinnen Williams needed just one season of dominant play at Alabama to go from little-known role player to arguably the top overall prospect in the 2019 NFL draft. Getting him with this year’s third overall pick was a steal for the Jets, who turned down trade overtures for their pick in favor of adding Williams’ rare combination of size, athleticism, explosiveness and power.
How does Williams’ skill set fit with where NFL defenses are headed? Perfectly, according to Alabama head coach Nick Saban:
I think his initial quickness and his ability to use his hands, play with leverage, get off blocks quickly.