Interview: 3-Star 2022 Oregon WR Miles Williams Taking on Bigger Role This Season
Written by Ryan Wright
Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG
When a big play was needed on offense for Clackamas during the 2019 season, Miles Williams was there to make it happen. The 6-1, 185-pound, receiver snagged 29 passes out of the air for 444 yards with five scores and added 29 rushing yards to the mix. Williams had limited action on special teams, a 28-yard kick return, and on defense, with one pick, but expect all of that to change once the 2020 season kicks off in Oregon. Not only will Williams expand what he does on the field cementing that athlete label, but his preparing himself to be that dynamic playmaker defenses have to account multiple defenders to on every play.
With two offers on the table and a big season planned, Williams stopped by the RNG Lab for a one-on-one.
Interview
Miles, you were putting on a show during your sophomore season building that foundation for great success. A couple of things that jumped out at me were your hands and concentration. When you have a defender hanging on you, do you practice that and/or is there another sport like basketball that helps you?
Definitely playing football, basketball, and baseball helps. But it has become natural for me. I work on it in practice too doing extra reps to get used to it.
You were using some different moves off the line and planting that foot in the ground to get separation from defensive backs last season. Throughout this extended offseason, how have you pushed that part of your game forward?
Trying to get bigger and stronger so after I get the ball I can pick up more yards. I am working on my craft and releases all the time.
Another trait to your game was that burst of speed, especially when you saw the end zone. How have you pushed your athletic abilities this offseason with your speed, agility, and overall athleticism?
I have worked on getting more of a complete game. There is not one specific part ahead of the other that I have focused on. I am running on the track and the treadmill, besides practicing my routes.
Have you posted a 40 this offseason?
Yes. I ran 4.68 in July, laser timed.
Looks like the Cavaliers were running a Spread attack last season, are you guys sticking with that same offense when the 2020 season gets going?
Yes, I think so. We are mainly a passing team even with the new playbook. We’ll see once the season gets going what type of team that we are.
You were lining up out wide and on the inside last season, will the coaches keep moving you around again in 2020 to create those mismatches?
Yes, I think I will be all over the field. I can play both inside and outside.
What are some of the routes you will be running this season?
All of them. We have a big playbook. We have all the unique routes short to long. There are a lot of them.
Are you taking on any additional roles this season?
Yes, I am playing both ways to help the team out the most that I can.
Which position on defense are you playing?
DB, either corner or safety.
After all the work put into your game, what are you most excited to showcase on the field for the fans and college coaches this spring?
My competitiveness and how I can dominate the man in front of me. I want to be the guy the defense is worried about on every play.
I like it. Let’s talk recruiting. Which schools are showing interest ahead of the season?
Stanford, Cal Princeton, and Notre Dame.
How many offers do you have?
I have two; Nevada and Oregon State
Of the two, which was the first to offer you?
Oregon State.
Looking ahead, are there any programs you might visit when campuses open back up?
I am not sure yet. I will try visiting some close Pac-12 schools.
Miles, it was a lot of fun covering ground with you today. Wishing you continued success preparing for the upcoming season until we talk again.
Thank you, sir.
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