Michigan State has decided to go local by extending a PWO (preferred walk-on opportunity) to Cedric Williams. Williams is listed as one of the top running backs in the state of Michigan, as he’s crushing it with Detroit Catholic Central.
After being named All-Catholic, Williams received stellar news from the Spartans. Michigan State is extremely interested in the 5’1” 185-pound RB, but he knows he’s going to have to prove his worth.
MSU Extends PWO To Williams
After a great talk with @ColeMoore1991 I’m blessed to receive an offer (PWO) from Michigan State University! #gogreen@DCCfootball@jcessante@LegacyLouAdams@copatton@35Lewis53@KbTheStable@SeanLevyMSU@TheD_Zone@AllenTrieu@[email protected]/CfEOcRFInv
— Cedric Williams Jr. (@CedWilliamsjr_) October 24, 2025
PWOs at this point in the season seem few and far between, but Williams knows it’s time for him to shine. He already has ties with MSU as his All-Catholic teammate, four-star wide receiver Samson Gash, committed to the Spartans in June.
While Gash may flip to Alabama, he still proved to be a key way in for Williams. Rivals’ Corey Robinson credits Williams for guiding Detroit Catholic Central to their 8-0 record despite facing one of the toughest schedules in the state…