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NFL Rumors: Lions FA Jamaal Williams, Saints Agree to 3-Year, $12M Contract

Coming off the best season of his career, Jamaal Williams has reportedly cashed in with a new contract with the New Orleans Saints.

Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Williams has agreed to a three-year deal with the Saints. Financial terms were not immediately disclosed. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported the deal is worth $12 million and includes $8 million in guaranteed money.

Williams took to social media on Wednesday to thank Lions fans:

Jamaal Williams @jswaggdaddy

I appreciate y'all and know the KazeKage always pushing forward with that warrior mindset to be great ud83dude08

Williams spent the past two seasons as the primary running back for the Detroit Lions.