KANSAS CITY (Mo.) The goal of this article is to strengthen a run defense currently ranked in the middle section of the league. Kansas City Chiefs plan to sign veteran defensive tackle Brandon Williams Sources told ESPN’s Adam Schefter that they were referring to their practice team.
Sources said Williams will be in Kansas City Wednesday to sign his contract.
Williams, 33 years old, played nine seasons (2013-21), for the Baltimore RavensHe was the starting quarterback for the final eight. He was a well-known run defender, and was elected to the Pro Bowl in 2018. He has had 6.5 career sacks.
Williams signed with the Chiefs, reuniting him with Joe Cullen who served as his position coach five years ago with the Ravens (2016-20).
At 4.35 yards per attempt, the Chiefs rank 13th in NFL for rushing attempts. The Chiefs use a run downs strategy. Chris Jones Along with one of a group that includes veterans Derrick Nnadi, Khalen Saunders And Taylor Stallworth on the inside of their defensive line.
Williams attended high school in St. Louis before transferring to Missouri Southern.