When I leave this earth, I don’t want to be remembered for how many followers I had or how much money I made.
I want to be remembered for how I made people feel.
One of my biggest goals in life is to positively impact as many people as I can.
I want to be a blessing to everyone I come in contact with—that’s the kind of legacy I hope to leave behind.
I’m grateful to have a platform and a voice to spread the kind of light and positivity we need more of in this world.
That’s why I started a nonprofit rooted in that very mission: giving back and making a difference.
It’s one of my greatest blessings to be in a position to serve others.
I don’t take that for granted — and I hope to keep living out that purpose for as long as possible.
Getting My Start
I started playing football when I was about six years old.
My dad actually snuck me out to a tryout without my mom knowing — she was worried about the risks, especially concussions.
But after I made the team, I ran inside and yelled, “Mommy, Mommy, I made the football team!”
That moment kicked off my journey, and football has been a major part of my life ever since.
When I moved from the south side of Atlanta to Gwinnett County, I started facing top-tier competition.
That was a big step for me.
I got to go head-to-head with some of the best guys who are now playing in college or even the NFL.
It pushed, challenged, and taught me what it meant to elevate my game.
Adapting to Change
My college football journey has been amazing and full of growth.
I started out at Stanford University, which was a dream come true.
Because of the school’s academic standards, you had to be accepted into the university before you could commit athletically.
I still remember sitting in the cafeteria with my high school coach when Coach Shaw called to tell me I got in.
That moment changed my life.
Later, I transferred to Bucknell — and that turned out to be a blessing, too.
It was a big shift, moving from the West Coast to the East Coast and adapting to a new system and coaching staff.
But it gave me the opportunity to step into a leadership role and help guide the team forward.
One of the most memorable moments so far was my first career interception this past season against Navy.
It was our first away game, my dad was in the stands, and it aired on CBS.
That one meant a lot.
Earlier in my career, I also had my first forced turnover during my sophomore year at Stanford, and it came against Notre Dame.
Having big moments at both schools against storied programs has been incredibly rewarding.
I’ve had the chance to train and compete alongside elite players, many of whom are now in the NFL.
I’ve learned a lot from them.
I’m proud of what I’ve put on film and how I’ve continued to grow.
That’s what this journey is about — leveling up, learning, and leaving a legacy.
Leaving My Mark
Football has given me so much.
From those early days as a kid to signing with Stanford and now playing at Bucknell, every chapter has shaped me into the person I am today.
But beyond the stats and accolades, what matters most to me is the impact I can make off the field.
I want to be remembered as someone who gave back.
Someone who used his platform to spread kindness, to serve others, and to leave people better than he found them.
I’m excited for what’s ahead. I know there are more blessings to come.
But no matter where this path leads, one thing will always stay the same: I’ll keep chasing a legacy that goes far beyond football.
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📷 Terian Williams II and Bucknell Athletics
