#28
Xavier Williams
Returning to Rutgers for 2026
West Orange, N.J. → Paramus Catholic
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Greg Schiano
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Rutgers
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Running back · Rutgers
Returning around him
- 67% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- 1 Rutgers player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: +0 net (15 in / 15 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Rutgers · Last season: 5-7 · Talent rank #53 · 2026 recruiting class #36
Background
2025 (Freshman): Did not see game action. Prior to Rutgers: Coached by Greg Russo at Paramus Catholic … played linebacker and running back for the Paladins … finished scholastic career with 313 carries for 2,048 yards and 26 rushing touchdowns … produced 34 career touchdowns … helped Paramus Cath...
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