Not only are blockbuster trades starting to emerge in the NFL offseason, but many players are also making decisions. Some are deciding whether to rejoin their teams or become free agents.
Other players are deciding if it’s time to call it a career. The Super Bowl-winning cornerback for the Los Angeles Rams informed his decision.
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Eight-year veteran corner Darious Williams decided to make this his career. The former undrafted free agent had a productive career that ended at age 32.
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January 13, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches Los Angeles Rams cornerback Darious Williams (24) during the first half during the NFC Wild Card Game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
The decision isn’t entirely shocking. Williams, who turns 33 next week, is a potential cap candidate.
The Rams are also expected to retool their secondary after a difficult 2025 season. Williams informed the Rams of his decision, which will save them $7 million in cap space in 2026.
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Williams entered the league in 2018 as an undrafted free agent with the Baltimore Ravens. The Rams claimed Williams off waivers, and he later contributed to the Rams’ Super Bowl victory in 2021.
November 16, 2025; Inglewood, CA, USA; Los Angeles Rams cornerback Darius Williams (31) runs the ball after intercepting Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Williams spent the 2022 and 2023 seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars before returning to the Rams for the final two seasons. He has 12 career interceptions, 77 passes defended and two defensive touchdowns.
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