The Panthers have, as expected, made a strong push with respect to an outside defensive addition. Milton Williams is on Carolina’s radar.
Team and player are finalizing a deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Nothing is in place for now, and free agent deals cannot of course be signed until the new league year begins on Wednesday. Terms can be agreed to at any time, though, and Williams would represent a major addition for the Panthers.
Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports other teams are still making their own efforts to secure Williams. A Panthers arrangement is considered close, but a last-minute change could still take place. The Eagles standout entered the week as PFR’s No. 3 free agent and second-best defender. It comes as no surprise interest has quickly been shown early in the negotiating period.
Once Osa Odighizuwa agreed to a new Cowboys deal (with a franchise tag looming anyway), it was clear Williams would be the top DL free agent in 2025. His rookie pact consisted of a part-time role in Philadelphia, but it allowed him to showcase his upside. Williams set a new career high in sacks (five) and QB hits (10) in 2024 during the regular season, then delivered highly impactful performances during the team’s Super Bowl run.
gonna miss ya milt! at least we got a SB Ring together! have fun in carolina
One of my favorite recent Eagles draft picks for sure. Really underrated, versatile DT.
Good luck in Carolina!
Might be an overpay but Carolina needs talent on defense so might be a good signing based on what they’re trying to accomplish on the defensive side of the ball.
Slotting him next to Brown makes for a nice interior pass rush. Curious to see what he can do with more playing time.
Signing w/Patriots apparently
Going to the Patriots
Incorrect….going to the Pats!
“A Panthers arrangement is considered close, but a last-minute change could still take place”