Wisconsin tries to hold onto Williams after flipping him

What Happened

Wisconsin flipped four-star Florida cornerback Williams from Florida State in June, but Alabama and the Seminoles continue pushing for him before the 2027 early signing period. Williams had been committed to Florida State since March before Wisconsin brought him to campus during the first week of official visits. The flip made him Wisconsin’s highest-rated 2027 recruit and put a top-125 player at the center of a class ranked among the nation’s top 25. Williams has said he is “more than likely” to remain with Wisconsin. On3’s Evan Flood reported that Alabama and Florida State are still trying to flip him, leaving the Badgers with a commitment they have won but not secured. Williams had more than two dozen offers, including Alabama, Florida State, Florida, LSU, Miami and Colorado. His recruitment has stayed active since he committed to Wisconsin in June, with Alabama and Florida State pressing before the early signing period. Wisconsin can point to a 4-1 start in 2026 after finishing 4-8 last season. Williams attended the Badgers’ 31-3 win over Michigan State on Saturday, Oct. 3, and plans to return to Madison for the USC game on Saturday, Oct. 24.

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