The main free agency domino that was still yet to fall has now ultimately chosen its direction.
Mike Williams Had Plenty Of Options This Offseason
Mike Williams, the former 7th overall pick in the 2017 draft, was having a three way decision ponder about whether to join the Carolina Panthers, the Pittsburgh Steelers, or the New York Jets.
And now, a decision has been made, and after a Monday visit, Williams is set to sign with the New York Jets.
Sources: Former #Chargers WR Mike Williams is signing with the #Jets on a 1-year deal worth up to $15M, another weapon for Aaron Rodgers. He’s on a visit there today. pic.twitter.com/Ob8EZDTvkV
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 19, 2024
Mike Williams Ultimately Decided To Join The Hall Of Fame Quarterback In New York
All 3 teams had their benefits:
The Panthers are rebuilding with an exciting new offensive coach and major upgrades to their offensive lines and weapons, having already traded for receiver Diontae Johnson. The Pittsburgh Steelers just signed Russell Wilson and are by far the most stable, well run of the 3 franchises.
Yet it was the New York Jets, lead by future first ballot Hall of Famer, Aaron Rodgers, who will ultimately get the prize of Mike Williams.
And in many ways it is not suprising: the Jets already have a top 5 defense with no real losses in free agency, and have made improvements to their offensive line, signing All – Pro tackle, Tyron Smith, and long time reliable veteran, Morgan Moses, to help protect Rodgers, their most valuable asset.
To have the opportunity to pair with former Offensive Rookie of the Year, Garret Wilson, was clearly too good to pass up, and now we will get to (hopefully) see a Jets offense in full swing competing in the stacked AFC conference.
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