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Washington All-In On Top Free Agent Safety Marcus Williams?
Posted on 3/14/22 at 9:48 am
Posted on 3/14/22 at 9:48 am
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The Washington Commanders are expected to be in play for former New Orleans Saints free safety Marcus Williams
Saints safety Marcus Williams is going to command a big deal on the free agent market after an impressive five-year run in New Orleans. Could the Washington Commanders be a front-runner in adding him to their secondary?
According to league reports, Washington is one of three teams expected to make a play for Williams at the start of the league tampering period on Monday. The Detroit Lions and New York Jets also are expected to be in the mix.
According to Sportrac, Williams' market value is set at roughly $15 million per year. The site estimates he’ll receive a five-year deal worth up to $75 million.
Williams, 25, has been one of the most consistent free safeties since arriving in New Orleans from Utah. He won't be overly physical in run support, but his coverage skills are top-notch. Williams has 15 interceptions in five seasons and he's missed only five games through his career.
Washington's secondary ranked 29th in pass coverage last season despite the additions of cornerbacks William Jackson III and rookie Benjamin St-Juste. Veteran Bobby McCain also signed a one-year deal and took reps both a free safety and nickel defender.
Commanders coach Ron Rivera said he would be interested in retaining McCain at the the right price. In his lone season, McCain recorded a career-best 63 tackles, nine pass breakups and four interceptions.
"The important thing’s going to be: Can we come up with a number that makes sense for everybody involved and how does that fit into the puzzle of putting our football team together?” Commanders general manager Martin Mayhew said at the NFL Combine.
Washington currently sits with just over $5 million in salary cap room. That number could expand if the team waives several names before signing anyone on March 16.
Free safety was a weak point last season for the Commanders. Williams fits the style of defense coordinator Jack Del Rio is looking to run. Now, Washington needs to find the funds to afford to bring him on board.
The Washington Commanders are expected to be in play for former New Orleans Saints free safety Marcus Williams
Saints safety Marcus Williams is going to command a big deal on the free agent market after an impressive five-year run in New Orleans. Could the Washington Commanders be a front-runner in adding him to their secondary?
According to league reports, Washington is one of three teams expected to make a play for Williams at the start of the league tampering period on Monday. The Detroit Lions and New York Jets also are expected to be in the mix.
According to Sportrac, Williams' market value is set at roughly $15 million per year. The site estimates he’ll receive a five-year deal worth up to $75 million.
Williams, 25, has been one of the most consistent free safeties since arriving in New Orleans from Utah. He won't be overly physical in run support, but his coverage skills are top-notch. Williams has 15 interceptions in five seasons and he's missed only five games through his career.
Washington's secondary ranked 29th in pass coverage last season despite the additions of cornerbacks William Jackson III and rookie Benjamin St-Juste. Veteran Bobby McCain also signed a one-year deal and took reps both a free safety and nickel defender.
Commanders coach Ron Rivera said he would be interested in retaining McCain at the the right price. In his lone season, McCain recorded a career-best 63 tackles, nine pass breakups and four interceptions.
"The important thing’s going to be: Can we come up with a number that makes sense for everybody involved and how does that fit into the puzzle of putting our football team together?” Commanders general manager Martin Mayhew said at the NFL Combine.
Washington currently sits with just over $5 million in salary cap room. That number could expand if the team waives several names before signing anyone on March 16.
Free safety was a weak point last season for the Commanders. Williams fits the style of defense coordinator Jack Del Rio is looking to run. Now, Washington needs to find the funds to afford to bring him on board.
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Posted on 3/14/22 at 9:49 am to hellsu
Definitely think he is gone.
Posted on 3/14/22 at 9:51 am to Fun Bunch
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Definitely think he is gone.
So do I. I expect he's gone first day.
Posted on 3/14/22 at 10:02 am to Delusional
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Arent the Skins taking a big cap hit from releasing Landon Collins? That's a lot of $ tied up into safeties. I think MW is worth the $15M/year though when you look at the list.
Detroit or someone will snatch him up first day. We are going to feel the loss on this one.
Posted on 3/14/22 at 10:13 am to hellsu
Considering his skill set and age, I think he should demand to set the Safety market to be the highest paid safety in 2022 (just under $19M). That way, if the Saints get Watson they will not be able to be big spenders in FA and can definitely get a 3rd in 2023 for him 
Posted on 3/14/22 at 10:29 am to Weekend Warrior79
I hope he signs a record contract so we get a good comp pick. Gonna need those third and fourth rounders for when we go the next 5 years without a first after the Watson trade.
Posted on 3/14/22 at 10:29 am to hellsu
Stupid on the saints end. Should have tagged him again and released Jenkins to help cover the cost.
Posted on 3/14/22 at 10:46 am to Townedrunkard
The 2nd part may still be an option
Posted on 3/14/22 at 10:56 am to Townedrunkard
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Stupid on the saints end. Should have tagged him again and released Jenkins to help cover the
Should've tagged and traded him to the lions.
Posted on 3/14/22 at 11:48 am to hellsu
Defenses is today’s passing league don’t work unless you have a great cover safety and we are about to let our top 5 FS that’s only 25 walk out the door for nothing. Just can’t get behind this.
Posted on 3/14/22 at 12:09 pm to LSUPilot07
If we let him walk we’re completely incompetent as an organization
Posted on 3/14/22 at 12:11 pm to Proximo
Any way we can trade Davenport and picks for wat son, and then restructure Watson to keep Williams?
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