"The defensive tackle was signed after an excellent 2024 with the Eagles in a rotational role to become the latest centerpiece of the Patriots' revamped roster. The Louisiana Tech standout had two sacks in the Super Bowl, catapulting him atop free agency charts. After he originally was slated to sign with the Panthers, the Patriots undercut the deal and landed him for Vrabel's defense."
"He's been a game wrecker for them, playing over 400 snaps and recording 26 pressures and four sacks, including a game-clinching fourth-down effort against the Dolphins in Week 2 that saw the Patriots beat Tua Tagovailoa for the first time. Williams has lived up to the billing of being a top defensive tackle in the league, and combined with Christian Barmore and Khyiris Tonga, has anchored the best run defense in the league."
"Robert Spillane, a captain and the team's leading tackler, has a clear message for the squad, saying everyone needs to "Prepare as a starter," mentioning that no one knows when exactly they'll be called upon. Spillane will need to be one of the players who continue to perform to fill in for what they've lost with Williams' injury, but the defensive line will equally need to carry their weight."
The Patriots will be without Milton Williams for the next few games due to a high ankle sprain. Williams signed after a strong 2024 season with the Eagles and two Super Bowl sacks elevated his free-agent profile. He has played over 400 snaps, produced 26 pressures and four sacks, and delivered a game-clinching play against the Dolphins. Christian Barmore and Khyiris Tonga remain starters and help anchor the league's top run defense. Robert Spillane urged teammates to "Prepare as a starter" as depth players like Joshua Farmer, Cory Durden and Eric Gregory must step up.
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