The #2 Sophomore Linebacker In Florida: Izayia Williams

Izayia Williams is a 4 Star recruit who plays Linebacker at Tavares High School. Williams is ranked as the 104th best recruit in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 10 Linebacker in the class as well. In addition, Williams is listed as a top 20 recruit in the state of Florida and is listed as the #2 Linebacker in the state of Florida. He is committed to play at Syracuse.

Who are some role models in your life?

My mother is my biggest role model.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Kodak 

What are the strengths of your game?

My speed and physicality

What is your favorite memory of your career?

When I met coach Lee, he is a great coach for me.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

I’ve played with a couple good players, Demetrius McCray and Evan James.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Keep your head down and grind. I wasn’t ranked my freshman year and had no offers, but I always worked.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would travel to Ohio.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I was 6 years old. l saw my dad play and couldn’t wait to play too.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

I love to watch Super Bowl games.