The Calgary Stampeders have re-signed starting centre Ucambre Williams.

Since signing with the Stamps in 2016, Williams has appeared in 36 regular-season games and five playoff contests.

The American was part of an offensive line that tied for fewest sacks allowed in the CFL last season.

"Ucambre has been one of the cornerstones of our offensive line over the past two seasons and I'm pleased he has chosen to remain in Calgary," Stampeders president and general manager John Hufnagel said in a statement.

"His reliability has been an important part of our success on offence and his versatility allows him to be a candidate to start at centre or tackle."