Born Michael Jerome Williams, Jr., in Memphis, Tennessee, he was one of twelve children born to Denise Oher. His mother was an alcoholic and crack cocaine addict, and his father, Michael Jerome Williams, was frequently in prison. read more
Oher had his first incomplete season in Tennessee, only suiting up for 11 games that year. He finished the year on IR thanks to a lingering toe injury. After a short stint with the Titans — who released him in early 2016 — Oher made his way to the Carolina Panthers. read more
Oher was also scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday. According to the police report, Oher got into an argument with an Uber driver over a fare dispute on April 14. The driver eventually got out of the car and confronted Oher, who then allegedly shoved the driver to the ground. read more