The Calgary Stampeders have re-signed national offensive lineman Zack Williams to a two-year contract.

A third-round selection by the Stamps in the 2019 draft, Williams had been eligible to become a free agent next month.

“We’re excited to bring Zack back for two more years and for him to continue his development as a key piece of one of the top O-line groups in the CFL,” said Stampeders general manager and head coach Dave Dickenson. “We want players like Zack on our team, and we look forward to watching him work in 2023.”

“I’m just really thankful to be a part of a great organization,” said Williams. “I’m proud to represent the white horse and I’m excited to be back.”

In 2022, his third season with the Stampeders, Williams started all 18 regular-season games at left guard. He was part of an offensive line that allowed just 17 sacks – 12 fewer than the next-best team in that category – and helped the Stampeders lead the CFL with 135.3 rushing yards per game, 21.8 yards more than runner-up Winnipeg. The offensive line helped Ka’Deem Carey win the CFL rushing crown.

Williams has dressed for all 34 regular-season and playoff games over the past two seasons including 33 starts. He saw action in two games as a rookie in 2019.

Prior to joining the Stampeders, Williams played four seasons at the University of Manitoba and was a Canada West all-star in 2018.