Brandon Darnell Williams (born October 12, 1987) is a former

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. He was signed by the

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as an

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in 2012 out of the

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. He played basketball at Portland Bible College and won a Conference Championship in the 2013 season.

Professional career

Carolina Panthers

In 2012, after his basketball career at Portland Bible College, Williams entered the

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. After going undrafted, he worked out for several teams and gained interest. He eventually signed with the

in 2013. On September 26, 2015, Williams was waived by the Panthers.

Miami Dolphins

On September 30, 2015, Williams was signed to the

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' practice squad. On December 5, 2015, Williams was waived. On December 8, 2015, he was signed to the active roster. On December 14, 2015, he was placed on injured reserve.

Seattle Seahawks

On April 28, 2016, Williams was signed by the

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Indianapolis Colts

On March 20, 2017, Williams signed with the

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. On September 3, 2017, he was released by the Colts, but was re-signed the next day after Erik Swoope was placed on injured reserve. On September 17, 2017, in Week 2, Williams had his first reception as a member of the Colts, a 20-yard catch from quarterback

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, in the 16–13 overtime loss to the

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. In Week 15, Williams was hospitalized after suffering a serious head injury on a punt play. He was diagnosed with a concussion and was placed on injured reserve on December 22, 2017.

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Oregon Ducks bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Williams, Brandon 1987 births Living people American football tight ends Oregon Ducks football players Carolina Panthers players Miami Dolphins players Seattle Seahawks players Indianapolis Colts players