Overview

• Milton Williams signed a four-year, $104 million contract in March, making him the highest-paid player in New England Patriots history.
• Head coach Mike Vrabel publicly challenged Williams during voluntary workouts to set the standard for effort and accountability on the team.
• Williams has embraced the role of a leader, focusing on leading by example and pushing himself to be first in every drill and rep.
• The Patriots aim to build an aggressive, accountable defense with Williams serving as a key pacesetter under Vrabel's high-intensity coaching approach.
• Williams brings proven pass-rush production from his time with the Philadelphia Eagles, including 54 pressures and seven sacks in limited snaps last season.