Milton Williams wasn't a starter with the Eagles. That admission motivates the defensive tackle, who jumps from rotational player with the Eagles to the top player on the depth chart with the Patriots.

As the NFL's legal tampering window opened, the New England Patriots closed in on disruption. A four-year, $104 million deal with free agent Milton WIlliams followed.

FOXBORO — Last month, Milton Williams walked off a confetti-coated field at the Superdome as the best player in football’s biggest game. He authored two sacks, one forced fumble and a couple hurries, helping power the Eagles’ 40-22 demolition of Kansas City in Super Bowl LIX.