The New England Patriots made a major move in the NFL free agency by signing defensive tackle Milton Williams to a four-year, $104 million contract as the legal tampering period opened. This acquisition addresses the Patriots' urgent need to bolster their pass rush, having finished with the lowest sacks in the league in 2024. Williams' skills are expected to enhance the performance of other defensive players, creating opportunities for them to thrive. His notable career performance includes achieving high-pressure rates, indicating a significant positive impact on the Patriots' defense.
Williams is as disruptive an interior lineman as you will find... he had a career year in 2024 that saw him post 40 pressures and a 12.5 percent pressure rate.
The likes of Barmore, Keion White and newly-added edge Harold Landry stand to benefit from the team adding a player of Williams' caliber.
New England wasted no time doing that, signing Williams within three hours of the legal tampering window opening.
His presence immediately upgrades the Patriots defensive line from a pass rush perspective.
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