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Oregon Football: 3 breakout candidates on offense for 2021 season

By Connor Muldowney

Nov 21, 2020; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Devon Williams (2) catches a pass for a first down during the second half against the UCLA Bruins at Autzen Stadium. The Ducks won 38-35. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 21, 2020; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks wide receiver Devon Williams (2) catches a pass for a first down during the second half against the UCLA Bruins at Autzen Stadium. The Ducks won 38-35. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports /
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EUGENE, OREGON – MAY 01: Devon Williams #2 of the Oregon Ducks is tackled by Jaylin Davies #6 of the Oregon Ducks in the first quarter during the Oregon spring game at Autzen Stadium on May 01, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)
EUGENE, OREGON – MAY 01: Devon Williams #2 of the Oregon Ducks is tackled by Jaylin Davies #6 of the Oregon Ducks in the first quarter during the Oregon spring game at Autzen Stadium on May 01, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /

I can’t be the only one who is buying all the Devon Williams stock possible before the 2021 season, right? The redshirt sophomore receiver had his best collegiate season in 2020, catching 15 passes for 286 yards and two touchdowns and he looked like he could be that go-to guy for Oregon.

Before 2020, Williams had five career catches for 98 yards and the USC transfer was an afterthought in the receiving corps.

Williams was the No. 40 overall recruit in the 2020 class and sixth-best receiver recruit, so he was ranked highly for a reason. He flashed that potential last season and showcased big-play ability, averaging 19.1 yards per reception.

Although Oregon has a loaded receiver room and I could have picked like 3-4 guys to be breakout candidates from the group, Williams is my top choice. I think he could lead the Ducks in receiving this season and I don’t get why he’s not widely considered a lock as a starter. That’ll change.

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