Now that Wednesday’s deadline has come and gone for players who were given the franchise tag to work out a long-term deal, New York Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams will play the 2020 season making $16.126 million, making him one of the highest-paid defensive linemen in the league.
It came as no surprise that general manager Dave Gettleman and Williams didn’t reach a deal. For one, we’re not sure what the salary cap will be like next season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition, Williams needs to show that he can play at a high level to earn a lengthy and lucrative contract.