Patriots Make a Splash, Add Explosive Eagles DT to Vrabel’s Defense
The Patriots made a big splash in free agency on Monday with the addition of Milton Williams.
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After Christian Barmore was sidelined with blood clots last season, it was obvious that the Patriots were in dire need of some help along the defensive line this offseason.
On Monday, they solved that problem in a significant way.
According to the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Patriots have agreed to terms with Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams, with New England adding to a defense that has already seen them make a couple of additions so far after the legal tampering window opened.
Williams addition is certainly notable, with the Patriots adding a player who was a huge part of Philadelphia’s defense last season. He finished third on the team with sacks with 5 during the regular season in 2024, and also added two more during the postseason, both of which came in their Super Bowl blowout win over the Chiefs.
He also forced a fumble by Patrick Mahomes in the fourth quarter of that game, which led to a field goal that extended Philadelphia’s lead to 40-6.
His addition is a terrific one, to say the least. The former 2021 3rd round pick is just 25 years old and becomes a foundational piece alongside Barmore, giving the Patriots an unbelievable young duo up front.
While Barmore’s health remains a question mark, Williams certainly alleviates any concerns at the defensive tackle spot and adds to a defense that has already made a couple of additional solid signings to start things off to begin free agency.
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Milton Williams 6’3″ 291 lbs = massive. Mason Graham 6’3″ 296 lbs = undersized. ???? Something is wrong here!