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Doug Williams is a former quarterback out of Grambling State, selected by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with the 17th overall pick (round 1) in the 1978 NFL Draft. His pro career included stints with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Oklahoma / Arizona Outlaws and Washington Redskins.
Draft Details
Doug Williams Career Stats
- Super Bowl champion (XXII)
- Super Bowl MVP (XXII)
- PFWA All-Rookie Team (1978)
- Washington Commanders 90 Greatest
- Washington Commanders Ring of Fame
- Tampa Stadium Krewe of Honor
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ring of Honor
- First-team All-American (1977)
Career Totals
| Passing attempts | Passing completions | Completion percentage | TD–INT | Passing yards | Passer rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2,507 | 1,240 | 49.5% | 100–93 | 16,998 | 69.4 |
Career History
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1978–1982)
- Oklahoma / Arizona Outlaws (1984–1985)
- Washington Redskins (1986–1989)
Born: Zachary, Louisiana, U.S. · Height: 6-4 · Weight: 220 lb
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers 1978 Draft Class
| Rd | Pick | Player | Pos | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 30 | Johnny Davis | RB | Alabama |
| 2 | 44 | Brett Moritz | G | Nebraska |
| 6 | 162 | Elijah Marshall | WR | North Carolina State |
| 8 | 196 | John McGriff | LB | Miami (FL) |
| 9 | 223 | Willie Taylor | WR | Pittsburgh |
| 10 | 252 | Aaron Brown | LB | Ohio State |
| 12 | 308 | Kevin McLee | RB | Georgia |