John Williams
John Williams is a three-star recruit from San Jose, CA (No. 214 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Central Michigan's 8 games this season.
Where Williams comes from
- San Jose, CA
- Saint Francis
- Saint Francis is about 2,000 miles from Kelly/Shorts Stadium
- Three-star junior college recruit in the 2026 class.
Where Williams fits
Central Michigan lists 20 offensive linemen this season.
The team’s line is 25th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
Central Michigan is 3-5.
Similar players
From Saint Francis
Also from San Jose, CA
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Central Michigan -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 25th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Central Michigan has produced 6 All-Conference offensive linemen. 3 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2013. Bernhard Raimann went on to the NFL out of this room (2022).
Joined Central Michigan in 2026
- 2026 Central Michigan DrinkallYear 1 · Games –
- Junior college College of San MateoThree-star junior college recruit. Signed with Central Michigan.
- High school Saint FrancisSan Jose, CAAlso from Saint Francis: Max Garrison (San Diego State), John Fifita (USC), Phillip Ocon (Colorado State) and 7 more.
Moves
- Signed with Central Michigan in the 2026 class, a 3-star recruit.
2026
- Signed with Central Michigan3-star out of College of San Mateo