As a sophomore, he was named the starter at running back after Woody Green graduated.
He had 23 carries for 216 yards (ninth in school history) and 2 rushing touchdowns against UTEP.
The season included a dramatic 17-14 Fiesta Bowl win over the University of Nebraska.
[1] Williams was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the eighth round (221st overall) of the 1977 NFL draft.
[5] In his second game against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, he suffered torn ligaments in his left ankle and did not return to play during the season.