The Miami Dolphins have some reloading to accomplish this off-season on the defensive side of the ball. One area they must be attentive to is the defensive line, mainly on the interior side.
Several candidates can help the Dolphins improve their defensive line. What better place to start than with the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles and their current free-agent defensive tackle, Milton Williams? Or at least, they hoped before the start of legal tampering.
The Touchdown Wire's Jarrett Bailey predicted all 32 teams and some of the biggest movements to come during the early portion of NFL Free Agency. For the Dolphins, Bailey believed that Miami would make a big splash in the middle of their defensive line if Williams were added.
While the Dolphins were predicted to land him, it was their rival in the New England Patriots that did something about a signing. The Patriots and Williams have agreed to a four-year, $104 million deal with $63 million guaranteed, according to ESPN.
For the past four years with the Eagles, Milton has been one of the most productive and disruptive defenders. This last season was potentially his best season yet in the league. Williams has accounted for 24 total tackles, 11 solo tackles, seven tackles for loss, and five sacks.
In 67 games (19 being starts), Williams has accumulated 132 total tackles, 66 solo tackles, 29 quarterback hits, 25 tackles for loss, and 11.5 sacks. One of Williams' best attributes is his ability to be an efficient pass rusher as an interior defensive tackle.
At 25 years old, Milton hasn't even reached the height of his career and can become a more solid defender once given a new opportunity. Not only did Miami miss out on that chance, but they have to face him twice in the regular season now.
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This story was originally published March 10, 2025 at 1:47 PM.