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Ryder Burton rallies UAB to 30-17 come-from-behind victory over East Carolina in OT

Ryder Burton threw a 6-yard touchdown pass to Rod Robinson II in overtime and Delvon Gulley followed with an 80-yard interception return to wrap up UAB’s come-from-behind 30-17 vic...

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

Three scores in win Williams completed 19 of 31 passes for 143 yards and two touchdowns during Saturday's 28-12 win over Rice. He also had six rushes for 23 yards with one touchdown.

Impact Williams returned from a bye week and produced a solid outing in East Carolina's conference opener against Rice, accounting for three total touchdowns. The quarterback connected with wideout Ray Ray Joseph for a pair of passing scores and scored his first rushing touchdown of the season on a 12-yard run. His performance helps solidify his case to remain the starting quarterback as conference play continues. Through two starts, Williams has completed 44 of 67 passes for 484 yards, five touchdowns and one interception.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Engleman's 43-yard TD run in 4th helps East Carolina beat Rice 28-12

TJ Engleman Jr. runs for 136 yards, including a 43-yard touchdown, helping East Carolina secure a 28-12 win over Rice in their American Conference opener

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Shines in start Williams was 25-for-36 passing for 341 yards, three touchdowns and one interception during Saturday's 42-9 win versus North Carolina Central.

Impact It had been a long time since Williams last earned a start under center, with his previous opportunity coming back in 2023 at Miami. The quarterback lost the competition to Mitch Griffis during fall camp and had been waiting for an opening ever since. He was tasked with facing an FBS team with a lot of pressure to perform well, and he stepped up to the occasion, tossing for three touchdowns and over 300 yards for the first time in his career. After his performance, his starting spot should be secured, and an upcoming bye gives him more time to earn extra reps with the first-team offense.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

East Carolina scores 6 TDs in first half to cruise past North Carolina Central 42-9

Emory Williams threw three touchdown passes and TJ Engleman Jr. accounted for three scores, and East Carolina rolled past North Carolina Central 42-9

SEPTEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Starting vs. North Carolina Central Williams will start at quarterback against North Carolina Central on Saturday, per 247Sports.

Impact Williams will draw the start under center Saturday after Mitch Griffis has struggled to begin the season. Both quarterbacks competed during fall camp for the starting role, but Griffis ultimately won the job as the initial starter. Williams will get his first chance under center as a starter after handling backup duties previously with Miami. The quarterback saw limited action in previous weeks this year, completing 6 of 10 passes for 45 yards.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sees snaps against Old Dominion Williams was 5-for-7 passing for 22 yards during Saturday's 20-17 victory versus Old Dominion. He also had five rushes for negative one yard.

Impact East Carolina is still sorting out its quarterback situation after Williams saw snaps under center in the first half. He seemingly failed to lock down the job, however, as Mitch Griffis took over once again near the end of the second quarter and finished out the game despite a quiet showing. With conference play right around the corner, the Pirates could continue to utilize both signal-callers moving forward, though Griffis remains the starter.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Duncanson's pick-6 ignites East Carolina in 20-17 victory against Old Dominion

Ayden Duncanson and Ja’Keith Hamilton each scored touchdowns as East Carolina beat Old Dominion 20-17 on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Backup against Bama Williams will come off the bench during East Carolina's season opener against Alabama, though he is expected to play, per Pete Thamel of ESPN.com.

Impact Williams has been competing for the starting job with fellow quarterback Mitch Griffis throughout fall camp, and though Griffis has clearly shown enough to earn the start in the season opener, the battle appears to be ongoing as Williams will get his chance to play against the Crimson Tide. The 6-foot-5 signal caller transferred in from Miami in the offseason, where he served as the primary backup a year ago.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Competing for starting QB job Williams is currently competing against Mitch Griffis for ECU's starting quarterback job, Stephen Igoe of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Williams is a transfer from Miami who never started a full season during his time there, primarily due to playing behind talented, soon-to-be NFL quarterbacks. The signal-caller brings valuable Power Four experience, though his competitor, Mitch Griffis, also offers Power Four experience and time as a starting quarterback during his tenure with Wake Forest. The two have been locked in a competitive battle since fall camp began, and the competition still remains neck-and-neck.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Lands at East Carolina Williams will transfer to East Carolina, per On3.com.

Impact Williams spent three years at Miami, where he was a backup in all three seasons. He totaled 813 passing yards, four touchdowns and two interceptions. The gunslinger will have two seasons of eligibility remaining with the Pirates, where he should be slated for a starting role.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Entering transfer portal Williams is entering the NCAA's transfer portal, Pete Thamel of ESPN reports.

Impact Miami advanced to the National Championship Game, which prolongs its eligible players' deadlines to enter the transfer portal. One of the players is Williams, who spent his 2025 season as a backup quarterback to Carson Beck. The former has two years of collegiate eligibility remaining.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Fletcher Jr. playing inspired ball for unbeaten Miami about a year after father's death

Miami running back Mark Fletcher Jr. is making headlines for his impressive performance on the field

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 10 Miami (Fla.) Digs in Late, Tops No. 6 Notre Dame in 27-24 Thriller

Carson Beck threw for 205 yards in his Miami debut, and the 10th-ranked Hurricanes beat No. 6 Notre Dame in the opener for both teams.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

No. 10 Miami (Fla.) Digs in Late, Tops No. 6 Notre Dame in 27-24 Thriller

QBs Battling Behind Carson Beck and Emory Williams on Miami Depth Chart With Miami set at the top of their depth chart at quarterback with Carson Beck and Emory Williams, Judd Anderson and Luke Nickel will battle...

AUGUST 13, 2025 • CANESWARNING.COM

Struggles in relief Williams completed 5 of 14 passes for 26 yards and one interception during Saturday's 42-41 loss versus Iowa State.

Impact The sophomore quarterback came in for the second half after starter Cam Ward opted out of the game at halftime, creating an interesting situation for Williams. He struggled in his time on the field, throwing for just 26 yards and an interception while completing less than 36 percent of his passes. Williams appeared in just a single game for the Hurricanes prior to Saturday, throwing for 161 yards and a score while completing 11-of-12 pass attempts. With Ward off to the NFL, Williams figures to be in the conversation for the starting job heading into the 2025 season.

JANUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes QB Emory Williams impresses in mop-up duty, but still set to redshirt Hurricanes quarterback Emory Williams looked impressive in his first game back from last year’s season-ending arm injury.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM

Excelled in relief duty Williams was 11-for-12 passing for 161 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 62-0 win against Ball State.

Impact Williams excelled in relief of Cam Ward as he threw just one incompletion in the 62-point route of Ball State.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Begins throwing in spring ball Williams (arm) has been seen working through throwing drills as the Hurricanes kick off spring practice, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

Impact Williams, who underwent surgery on a compound fracture in his left arm, progressed through his recovery process as predicted. The 6-foot-5 freshman appeared in five games with Miami in 2023, throwing for 470 yards (44-of-71), three touchdowns and one interception. Williams is expected to backup Cameron Ward next season in Miami.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

POLL: Who will win the starting quarterback job in 2024? Who do you expect to win the starting quarterback job for Miami in 2024?

JANUARY 10, 2024 • 247SPORTS.COM

Miami QB Emory Williams expected back for spring, Tyler Van Dyke to start vs. No. 9 Louisville

Miami quarterback Emory Williams’ significantly injured left arm is expected to heal in time for him to participate in spring practice

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • Associated Press

Mario Cristobal reviews the FSU game, talks QB Emory Williams, and praises the defense Mario Cristobal reviews the FSU game.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Expected back in spring Head coach Mario Cristobal indicated Monday that Williams (arm) is expected back for spring football and will miss the remainder of 2023, Susan Miller Degnan of The Miami Herald re...

Impact Degnan also reports that Williams suffered a compound fracture on his left arm. The freshman quarterback will work to get back to full health while Tyler Van Dyke will likely be the starter again for the remainder of the season.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hurricanes start freshman quarterback Emory Williams but still fall to rival Florida State The Hurricanes turned to freshman quarterback Emory Williams to try to revive their poor offense, but the day ended in disaster for him and...

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Miami to start freshman QB Emory Williams vs. FSU Van Dyke has struggled with turnovers over his last four starts.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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