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Running back DeAngelo Williams made his wrestling debut and looked like a natural

The former Steeler is currently unsigned but still expects to play this season — but is making a striking impression on the wrestling world in the mean time.

Despite starting out last season as a proficient rusher while filling in for Le'Veon Bell, veteran running back DeAngelo Williams currently finds himself without a team heading into the 2017 season.

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Free from the training camps and tape sessions of a more traditional off-season, Williams has decided to use his spare time on pursuits outside of football, and found good use of it inside the ring.

On Sunday, Williams made his wrestling debut at Impact Wrestling's

Williams was close to executing a perfect wrestling debut, and as Moose set up their opponent on a table in the ring, it looked like he might pull it off. Unfortunately, Williams underestimated his own strength while setting up a frog splash onto the table, and ended up overshooting his mark and came very close to hurting himself. But despite the miss, Williams was able to collect himself and get the pin.

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For now, Williams still plans on playing this NFL season, telling Adam Schefter, "

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