Marquice O'Brien Williams (born November 8, 1985) is an American football coach who is the special teams coordinator for the

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of the National Football League (NFL). He previously served as an assistant coach for the

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and

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Early years

Williams is a native of Fresno, California and played as a

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at Fresno City College and at the University of Mary. In 2005, Williams earned his associates degree from Fresno City College and in 2008, he earned his bachelor's degree in university studies from the University of Mary.

Coaching career

Winona State

In 2010, Williams began his coaching career as an outside linebackers coach and assistant special teams coach at Winona State University.

Central Oklahoma

In 2011, Williams joined the University of Central Oklahoma as their linebackers coach.

South Dakota

In 2012, Williams was hired by the University of South Dakota to be their defensive line coach and community relations liaison. In 2015, Williams was given an additional role as special teams coordinator.

Chicago Bears

In 2013, while still coaching with the University of South Dakota, Williams joined the Bill Walsh NFL diversity coaching fellowship with the

Detroit Lions

In 2015, Williams joined the

as a member of the Bill Walsh NFL diversity coaching fellowship program. He served as a coaching intern for linebackers and special teams.

San Diego / Los Angeles Chargers

In 2016, Williams was hired by the

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as an assistant special teams coach under head coach Mike McCoy. In 2017, Williams was retained by the Los Angeles Chargers under head coach Anthony Lynn and served as a defensive assistant for the Chargers in 2018.

Detroit Lions (second stint)

In 2019, Williams was hired by the

as their assistant special teams coach under head coach

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Atlanta Falcons

On January 21, 2021, Williams was hired by the

as their special teams coordinator under head coach Arthur Smith. On January 27, 2024, Williams was retained by the Atlanta Falcons as their special teams coordinator under head coach

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Personal life

Williams is married to his wife, Elizabeth, and they have four children together.

References

External links

Atlanta Falcons profile

South Dakota profile

Winona State profile
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