Antwoine Williams, a former NFL player, has been charged with both felony and misdemeanor offenses related to his involvement in the January 6, 2021, US Capitol riot. Williams, a 31-year-old defensive player from Georgia, faces charges of civil disorder, as well as assaulting, resisting, or impeding police officers.

Court documents indicate that Williams was identified through videos and online photos showing him pulling on barricades, hitting a police officer, and engaging in a struggle with other officers during the riot. His distinctive golf hat and a key fob helped online volunteers, known as "sedition hunters," identify him. These volunteers nicknamed him "RiotingGolfer."

Williams' football career included a stint with the Detroit Lions in 2016, along with brief periods with other teams. He was a college star at Georgia Southern University before being drafted into the NFL. The charges against him are part of the ongoing investigation into the Capitol riot, which has resulted in over 1,500 arrests.

The riot disrupted the certification of Joe Biden's presidential victory and has led to a complex legal process. Some individuals who have either been convicted or accused in connection with the riot have requested delays in their trials or sentencing hearings, citing Donald Trump's promise to pardon some involved. Judges have responded to these requests inconsistently, with some granting delays and others denying them.

As the FBI continues to seek dozens of remaining suspects, Williams' case highlights the efforts to hold accountable those involved in the Capitol riot. With Trump's commitment to pardon some rioters still uncertain, the legal landscape surrounding these cases remains ambiguous. For more information on the ongoing investigation and related developments, consider searching online for updates on the US Capitol riot cases.