Kevin Williams
National Football League defensive tackle Kevin Williams plays with the Minnesota Vikings. Williams tested positive for a banned diuretic in October of 2008.1
Fast Facts
- Born: August 16, 1980
- Birthplace: Arkadelphia, Arkansas
- Height: 6'5"
- Weight: 311 lbs
- Position: Defensive tackle
- College: Oklahoma State University
- Drafted in the first round, ninth overall, in the 2003 NFL Draft by the Minnesota Vikings
- Enjoys fishing and hunting
Banned Substance
Williams was one of several players who tested positive for a water pill, which can be used to mask steroids in drug testing. He missed playing time in November of 2008 while appealing the ruling. Williams is expected to receive a four-game suspension relation to the offense.2
Football Career
Following his college football career with the Oklahoma State Cowboys, Williams was selected ninth overall in the 2003 NFL draft by the Vikings. He made his NFL debut that same year, playing in all 16 regular season games and recording 51 total tackles. His numbers improved in 2004, totaling 70 tackles and 11.5 sacks. His performance in 2004 earned him a selection to the Pro Bowl. Williams has been invited to play in the Pro Bowl two additional times, in 2006 and 2007.
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