Milton Williams is a big man with a big contract, and he has big plans for the New England Patriots defense. The Patriots introduced the defensive lineman to New England on Thursday, as the team welcomed in four of its signings from the first week of NFL free agency.

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.

New Patriots defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga was one of the team’s quieter free-agent additions this week, signing a 1-year, $2.7 million contract. What’s next after David Andrews’ release? Patriots ‘not finished’ in free agency He’s a journeyman run stuffer,