- The Washington Times - Sunday, May 20, 2018

Former Georgetown Hoyas football player Tyrell Williams, who broke his neck and suffered a spinal cord injury in a game in 2015, walked across the stage at his graduation Saturday.

It was reportedly the first time Williams walked in 2.5 years.



National outlets like ESPN and Sports Illustrated picked up on the story on social media.

Williams earned his bachelor’s degree in government, according to the school.

• Adam Zielonka can be reached at azielonka@washingtontimes.com.

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