Alabama's Ryan Williams named to MaxPreps junior All-America team

Saraland's star player earns national recognition

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

Ryan Williams, the 2025 Alabama Mr. Football award winner from Saraland High School, has been named to the MaxPreps junior All-America team. Williams is one of five players selected to the prestigious national list.

Why it matters

This honor highlights the exceptional talent and potential of Ryan Williams, who has already made a significant impact on the high school football scene in Alabama. His selection to the MaxPreps junior All-America team showcases his skills and achievements at the national level.

The details

The MaxPreps junior All-America team recognizes the top high school football players across the country. Williams, a junior at Saraland High School, was one of only five players selected to the first team. He is known for his versatility, playing both running back and linebacker, and has been a key contributor to Saraland's success on the field.

  • Ryan Williams was named the 2025 Alabama Mr. Football award winner.

The players

Ryan Williams

A junior at Saraland High School in Alabama, Ryan Williams is a versatile player who excels as both a running back and linebacker. He was recently named the 2025 Alabama Mr. Football award winner.

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What’s next

Williams will look to continue his impressive performance on the field as he enters his senior year at Saraland High School, with the goal of leading his team to further success and potentially earning additional national recognition.

The takeaway

Ryan Williams' selection to the MaxPreps junior All-America team is a testament to his exceptional talent and hard work, and it showcases the depth of high school football talent in the state of Alabama.