Well, we know he was going to be a fan favorite and he did not disappoint. Newly-signed New Orleans Saints running back Jamaal Williams was introduced as an official signing on Friday and brought every bit of jovial charm that was expected along with him. From leaning in on his anime fandom while rocking the Eevee-themed hat (a character from the Pokémon franchise), to boisterously displaying his excitement, Williams is going to quickly endear himself to Saints fans that may not know him yet.
In the midst of the fun and joy, Williams also expressed how it is that he hopes to fit in the organization, contribute on the field and lead in the locker room. The Saints are clearly focused on character and culture additions this offseason and Williams looks like he’ll be a cornerstone of exactly that. Here are five key takeaways from the running back’s introductory presser.
