Ryan Coleman-Williams prepares for a pivotal college football season
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Ryan Coleman-Williams, a wide receiver for Alabama, aims to live up to high expectations in the 2026 season. After a challenging sophomore year marred by a significant drop rate, he has adopted a new name and jersey number, transitioning to No. 1 to signify a fresh start. Coleman-Williams' earlier success included a memorable 75-yard touchdown against Georgia, but he faced scrutiny after a series of dropped passes in 2025. This offseason, he has reportedly gained weight and is working to improve his performance on the field.
- •Coleman-Williams is now officially using his mother's maiden name.
- •He switched from jersey No. 2 to No. 1 for a fresh start.
- •Injury and drop issues limited his production in 2025.
- •He was Alabama's top receiver by yards in his freshman year.
- •Coleman-Williams reportedly gained weight and improved his physique this offseason.
- 1:00 PMCBS Sports — With a new name and number, Ryan Coleman-Williams may finally be ready to fulfill massive expectations
"Whether fair or not, the Alabama WR's career has always been compared to his massive potential and phenomenal peers; now, he's running toward those expectations head-on
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