The New York Jets have agreed to terms with linebacker Quincy Williams on a three-year, $18-million deal that's worth up to $21 million with incentives, a source told NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
Williams has been a key starter on New York's defense since joining the team in 2021. The 2019 third-round pick spent the first two seasons of his NFL career with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The 26-year-old has topped 100 tackles in each of the last two campaigns. He also set career highs with 12 tackles for loss and three sacks in 15 games in 2022.
Williams is the older brother of defensive tackle Quinnen, who earned a first-team All-Pro nod with the Jets last year. Quinnen, who's in the final year of his rookie contract, is expected to become one of the NFL's highest-paid tackles when he signs a new contract.
Keeping the Williams brothers long term is crucial for New York to maintain its solid defensive form. The Jets ranked fourth in points allowed per game in 2022.
