University of Minnesota Athletics

2023 Football Roster

Williams Marquese
Jersey Number 23

Marquese Williams

  • Position:
    RB
  • Ht./Wt.:
    5-9 / 175
  • Hometown:
    Harrisburg, Pa.
  • High School:
    Bishop McDevitt
  • Years in College / At Minnesota:
    1 / 1
  • Remaining Eligibility Entering 2025 Season:
    4 years
  • Class:
    Freshman
OVERVIEW: Rated a consensus three-star prospect • ranked as the No. 29 running back in the country and the 12th-ranked player in the state of Pennsylvania by Rivals.

HIGH SCHOOL: Attended Bishop McDevitt High School in Harrisburg, Pa. • wore No. 26 for the Crusaders • ran for 4,465 yards and 71 touchdowns on 545 carries (8.2) yards per carry, and caught 47 passes for 655 yards and 10 more touchdowns in his career • invited to the 2023 Polynesian Bowl • helped lead the Crusaders to a state title in 2022 • in his senior season, rushed 167 times for 1,501 yards (9.0 yards per carry) and had 20 receptions for 317 yards and four touchdowns • as a junior, achieved 1,697 yards and 26 touchdowns on 170 carries (10.0 yards per carry) and caught 13 passes for 217 yards and five scores • was a MaxPreps Freshman All-American after rushing 155 times for 1019 yards (6.6 yards per carry) and 15 touchdowns • coached by Jeff Weachter.
Game Trailer: Gophers-Bears
Friday, September 12
Cinematic Recap: Gophers Rout Demons
Tuesday, September 09
Cinematic Recap: Gophers Win 66-0
Monday, September 08
Highlights: Gophers 66, Northwestern State 0
Saturday, September 06