In 2012, Williams was the linebacker coach at Northern Iowa, and he spent 2013 as a high school defensive coordinator in Georgia. Malzahn hired Williams as a defensive analyst at Auburn in February 2014, a position he has held for each of the last two seasons.

“I have always been very impressed by Travis’ knowledge and passion for the game and his ability to relate to our players," Malzahn said in the release. "I'm glad to have him as an on-field coach. Travis embodies Auburn and what Auburn football is about. He’s a great addition to our staff."

Williams has some on-field experience as a coach as well. During each of the last two postseasons, Williams has served as the Tigers’ linebackers coach following coaching changes on the defensive side. He coached Auburn’s linebackers during the Outback Bowl following the 2014 season after former defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson was fired, and then he did the same this season in preparation for the Birmingham Bowl following the departure of defensive coordinator Will Muschamp and Lance Thompson’s interim promotion to defensive play-caller.