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Cutting Brandon Williams saves the Ravens $7.5 million; Is Eric DeCosta willing to cut the defender?

With the NFL navigating through the fallout (and still in the midst of) the COVID-19 pandemic, cap space has hit an all-time premium. According to overthecap.com, as of today there are 12 teams currently above the estimated cap ceiling. With teams desperate to acquire talent, fill out their roster and afford their incoming rookie class, each contract deserves scrutiny. For the Baltimore Ravens, that contract is DT Brandon Williams.

History of Brandon Williams contract

Williams’ deal has been modified multiple times over the years, but the original deal was signed back in March of 2017, when Williams signed a five-year, $52.