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Joejuan Williams joins Washington Commanders after NFL retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 6:51 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Joejuan Williams joins Washington Commanders after NFL retirement
Summary

Former New England Patriots cornerback Joejuan Williams has taken on a new role with the Washington Commanders as part of the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship. Williams, a second-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, confirmed his coaching position on social media. Over his time with the Patriots, he played in 36 regular-season games, recording 44 total tackles and eight passes defensed. The fellowship aims to enhance minority representation among NFL coaches, providing Williams with an opportunity to influence future generations of players and coaches using his experience from college football at Vanderbilt University.

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  • •Joejuan Williams played 36 games for the New England Patriots.
  • •He was selected 45th overall in the 2019 NFL Draft.
  • •The Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship supports minority coaches.
  • •Williams confirmed his new position on social media this week.
  • •He aims to share his professional and collegiate experiences.
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  • 6:51 PMYahoo Sports — Former Patriots 2nd-round pick chooses new path after NFL retirement
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Former Patriots second-round draft pick Joejuan Williams is embarking on a new career journey after hanging up his cleats.

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