ESPN.com · Mar 10, 2017
Ravens make big splash in retaining Brandon Williams to anchor defensive line
OWINGS MILLS, Md. -- The Baltimore Ravens accomplished what many once presumed was unthinkable: They held onto nose tackle Brandon Williams by reaching an agreement in principle Thursday night.
After losing so many rising young players -- Kelechi Osemele, Pernell McPhee, Rick Wagner, Kyle Juszczyk -- in recent years, the Ravens made a push this past week to retain Williams. A third-round pick in 2013 from Division II Missouri Southern State, Williams became one of the top players in free agency.
Brandon Williams, rated the top free agent available by ESPN, chose to remain with the Ravens.Terms: Reached agreement in principle on a five-year deal.
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