Raequan Williams (born February 14, 1997) is an American professional football defensive end.

Williams attended DePaul College Prep, formerly known as Gordon Tech, where he played basketball and football.

[1] As a senior on the football team, he was named first-team all-state after recording 74 tackles, eight sacks, nine pass breakups and three forced fumbles.

[3] Williams chose the Spartans after hearing fond memories from trusted adults who attended the university.

As a sophomore in 2017, Williams was named honorable mention All-Big Ten Conference and earned Michigan State's Iron Man award for strength and conditioning.

Despite being considered a potential NFL draft early entrant, Williams told coach Mark Dantonio he was returning for his senior season to improve as a pass rusher and earn his degree.

[4] Williams made 42 consecutive starts at defensive tackle, which he considers one of his favorite achievements.

[24] On August 29, 2023, he was waived for final roster cuts, but signed to the Panthers' practice squad the following day.