Joejuan Williams returns to Patriots as coaching staff member
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 9:15 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Joejuan Williams, the retired cornerback, is returning to the New England Patriots as a member of the coaching staff for the summer, part of the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship. Williams had previously announced his retirement two months ago after playing 44 NFL games, including stints with the Vikings, Bears, and Saints. Following his retirement in May 2026, he began coaching at Vanderbilt and then spent time with the Commanders as a Bill Walsh fellow. The Patriots are set to open training camp on July 25, 2026.
- •Joejuan Williams joins Patriots' coaching staff this summer.
- •He retired from the NFL two months ago.
- •Williams played 44 games across multiple teams.
- •He previously coached at Vanderbilt and with the Commanders.
- •Patriots' training camp opens on July 25, 2026.
- 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — Joejuan Williams, former second-round draft pick, returns to Patriots
"The retired cornerback will work with the Patriots coaching staff this summer.
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