FSU football: Why Amaree Williams at tight-end makes most sense

FSU football freshman Amaree Williams was a big win for the coaching staff when he reclassified from the 2025 class to join the 2024 class and enroll this summer. Williams arrived this summer after getting recruited as an athlete who could play tight and defensive end out of high school. The 6'4 and 215-pound athlete was going to play the defensive end position upon arriving at FSU, but he shed some light on a recent conversation with Mike Norvell. It appears the FSU head coach believes the freshman can make more of an early impact at the tight end position, and that's where he'll focus for now.

Why it makes sense

Williams said he's around 220-225 pounds, and he'll need to add another 25-30 pounds before he'd have a chance to make an impact as a defensive end. Also, reclassifying means his body isn't as physically mature as a normal freshman. While he might win some snaps against offensive tackles off sheer speed in third-down situations here and there, I have a doubt he could hold up against the run. The tight-end position requires a certain level of physicality too, but it's easier to insert Williams into certain positions on offense as a pass-catcher. There's also less depth at the tight end compared to the defensive end spot. Williams has excellent athleticism and body control. He and former five-star Landen Thomas could be a handful for opposing defenses in 2025 and beyond. Williams talks about a potential move to the defensive end position as he gets older and matures, and that's possible. However, I wouldn't be surprised to see him flourish on offense and stay there, especially since he played a lot of wide receiver in high school. It could come down to how his body changes over the next two years. If it appears he can't add the necessary size as he matures, it'll be the tight end position where he makes his mark.