Bills sign DT Williams to extension Orchard Park, NY (Sports Network) - The Buffalo Bills signed third-year
defensive tackle Kyle Williams to a multi-year contract extension on Thursday.
Williams, 25, had 41 tackles and two sacks in 16 games for the Bills last
season. The two-year starter has 94 career tackles in 32 games for Buffalo.
The 6-foot-1, 306-pounder was a fifth-round pick out of LSU in the 2006 draft
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Updating an earlier report, the Buffalo Bills have in fact extended Kyle Williams to a three-year contract Thursday, which could reach $14.4 million if he reaches sscheduled incentives, this according to Scout.com. Williams is guaranteed $5.2 million over the next two years.
Our View:Williams will challenge John McCargo and free agent acquisition Spencer Johnson for a starting tackle spot next to veteran Marcus Stroud.
Marshawn Lynch will play more on third down this season, which should translate into more receptions for the second year pro, according to BuffaloBills.com. "I think this year he'll be an integral part of our third down package," said Buffalo offensive coordinator Turk Schonert
Our View:This will only enhance Lynch's fantasy value, especially in PPR leagues. Even if he does get a minor suspension for his recent traffic incident, he remains a top fantasy running back.
The Bills Insider reports that the team has come to terms with Kyle Williams on a three-year $14.5 million extension.
Our View:Williams fills the role of nose tackle exceptionally well for the Bills and it appears that they took notice. Look for Williams to help improve an already solid defense.
