Tech cornerback Jimmy F. Williams, considered a cornerstone of the Hokie defense, was a finalist for the Nagurski Trophy that season, but lost to Louisville's Elvis Dumervil.The Associated Press. "Louisville senior DE Dumervil wins Nagurski Trophy", ESPN.com. December 5, 2005. Accessed May 20, 2008. Williams was Tech's sole first-team Associated Press All-American and also was named to the American Football Coaches Association, Football Writers Association of American and Walter Camp All-America teams. He recorded 44 tackles and an interception for the Hokies in the regular season.Staff Report. "Williams, Ferguson tops at positions" Roanoke Times. December 14, 2005. Accessed May 20, 2008. Williams had foregone entering the NFL draft after the 2004 college football season in order to return to Virginia Tech for his senior season, and he was expected to be a high draft pick upon graduation.McConnell, Jim. "Williams glad he returned", The Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star. December 30, 2005. Accessed May 20, 2008.
