Milton Williams was signed by the Patriots during the 2025 offseason with a four-year, $104 million contract, making him the highest-paid player in the team's history. Analysts are concerned about the hefty price tag due to Williams' prior success with the Eagles, attributed to the surrounding talent. Critics, including ESPN's Seth Walder, argue that this puts undue pressure on Williams, as he enters his first season with the Patriots, typically doubting young players receiving large contracts. Williams' performance under scrutiny, especially after playing just 47% of the Eagles' snaps in his last season, raises questions about his value.
"Williams earned a contract that, after adjusting for cap inflation, is comparable in fully guaranteed money ($51 million) to what Chris Jones received in 2020, Jonathan Allen in 2021 and Javon Hargrave in 2023."
"Despite being an impressive player, he continues to be criticized for the payday. Coming off a season with the Eagles that ended with a Super Bowl win, some analysts believe he was overpaid."
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