Rookie's dad compares son's game to legendary Patriots Hall of Famer

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19-05-2025

Rookie's dad compares son's game to legendary Patriots Hall of Famer
New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Kyle Williams has been a highly-touted draft pick, with multiple NFL analysts singing his praises before he even takes his first snap at the next level.
It should come as no surprise that his father, Stephen Williams, is his biggest supporter. He even went as far as seemingly comparing Kyle Williams' playing style to legendary wideout Julian Edelman, who is set to be inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame this year.
'I'll put it this way. If they loved No. 11, they'll love No. 18,' Stephen Williams said, via Boston Globe's Christopher Price.
The Patriots have not had the best of luck at drafting wide receivers. However, they have had modest success in developing them. Edelman is a perfect example. He was selected in the seventh round of the 2009 NFL draft and quickly became a staple of the Patriots' offense.
Williams was one of the best pure separators in the 2025 NFL draft, and he has the ability to play in the slot and outside. He's a versatile receiving weapon with the tools to make an impact right away. In his final year at Washington State, he racked up 70 catches for 1,198 yards and 14 touchdowns.
A player with Edelman-like traits would be a welcome addition to a Patriots offense that has looked like one of the worst in the league over the last two seasons.
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