Ryan Coleman-Williams

The Player

Coleman-Williams is an explosive target with excellent speed and acrobatic athleticism, but he’s shorter than average, has a lean frame, and lacks strength and physicality. He’s light on his feet and has outstanding stop-start quickness and lateral agility, getting in and out of breaks in a flash and generating separation in tight quarters. However, stronger, more confident cover corners can muscle him around.

His upfield transition quickness after the catch jumps off the screen, and he has impressive 0-to-60 acceleration. He’s also a vertical threat, combining really good top-end speed with outstanding shiftiness and body control to uncover downfield. His stop-start ability, sharp cuts, and jab steps create panic for DBs and draw pass interference calls.

His production declined in 2025, with his yards per route run falling from his freshman number of 2.36 to 1.76. His drops are the biggest concern; he’s had 17 on 172 targets (10.2 percent). His issues appear to be tied to picking the ball up late, concerns about contact, and inconsistent deep-ball tracking. He rarely high-points the football, instead relying heavily vertical basket-catch attempts.

Despite his slender frame, Coleman-Williams doesn’t shy away from contact as a blocker. He takes good angles, gets into position, and works hard to sustain. You wish that he showed the same physicality attacking the football as he does in the run and screen game.