Years after tragedy, ‘survivor’ Pop Williams doing whatever it takes for Memphis
University of Memphis wide receiver Pop Williams listens to a teammate's interview during the team's Media Day at Billy J. Murphy Football Complex on Thursday, Aug. 1. “I think this is a big year for me,” Williams said. “Whatever coach (Mike) Norvell has in store for me to do, I’ll do it. Special teams, blocking, whatever.” (Mark Weber/Daily Memphian)
After hurricanes and his brother's death, playmaker John 'Pop' Williams is set for a big year with Memphis.
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Drew Hill covers the Memphis Grizzlies and is a top-10 APSE winner. He has worked throughout the South writing about college athletics before landing in Memphis.
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