CJ Williams is a 6'6", 331-pound offensive lineman from Amityville, New York, who attended Deerfield Academy in Massachusetts. A three-star prospect rated by recruiting services, Williams ranked among the nation's top-150 offensive tackles, with recruiting services placing him 76th overall. He was unanimously ranked a top-10 player in Massachusetts, earning recruiting services's No. 3 designation. Williams selected Vanderbilt over offers from Wake Forest, Missouri, Virginia Tech, and Boston College. He also competed in basketball. In his freshman year (2024), Williams did not appear in game action and is returning as a junior.