Patriots' Milton Williams enters best-DT debate

Had 29 tackles, 3.5 sacks in 12 games in 2025

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 44m1 min read

Milton Williams the best DT in ball? @Patriots @MikeReiss #nfllive https://t.co/go46xDPXMO Via @danorlovsky7 on X

What happened: Dan Orlovsky raised whether Milton Williams is the league's best defensive tackle. Williams is playing defensive tackle for New England during the 2026 regular season.

Why it matters: Elite interior disruption reshapes protections and unlocks edge rushers. Patriots defensive coordinator Zak Kuhr says offenses are sliding to or double-teaming Milton Williams more this season.

By the numbers: 2025 with New England (per ESPN, as of 2026-09-29): 29 tackles, 3.5 sacks in 12 games. Drafted by Philadelphia in round 3 (73rd overall) in 2021 out of Louisiana Tech.

What to watch: The next measure is snap-to-snap consistency against slides and double teams through October.

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@DanOrlovsky7 2026-10-15T21:23:26.892276+00:00

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