Hard-Hitting ULM Transfer Safety Wydett Williams Brings SEC-Ready Game to Ole Miss

OXFORD, Miss. — Ole Miss continues to build momentum as the transfer portal winds down, picking up a commitment Friday afternoon from former ULM safety Wydett Williams. Standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 205 pounds, the athletic Williams brings one year of eligibility with him as he makes the move to Oxford.

Ole Miss has landed a commitment from former UL-Monroe DB Wydett Williams Jr.

This past season Williams was credited with 90 tackles, 4 TFLs, 2 INTs, 6 PBUs, and 1 forced fumble. pic.twitter.com/iL1PxX2jCD

— NCAA Transfer Portal (@RivalsPortal) April 25, 2025

A native of Lake Providence, Louisiana, Williams is no stranger to the ‘Sip, having originally begun his college career at Delta State before making his mark at ULM.

In 2024, Williams posted an impressive stat line, recording 90 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 3 interceptions, and 1 forced fumbles. During his time at Delta State, he appeared in 23 games, totaling 72 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, and 6 pass deflections over the 2022-23 seasons.

Williams also showed he could thrive against elite competition. In matchups against SEC opponents Texas and Auburn, he notched a combined 23 tackles—10 against the Longhorns and 13 against the Tigers—without missing a single tackle. He also snagged an interception against Texas and didn’t allow a single touchdown in coverage during either game.

Widely regarded as one of the top Group of 5 safeties, Williams is poised for a smooth transition to the Power Four level. With his addition, Ole Miss now boasts the No. 3 transfer portal class in the country, a testament to the relentless efforts of the Rebel coaching staff.

Welcome back to the Sip, Wydett — time to make some waves!