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Rams and Jonah Williams Agree to Contract Extension
Top Young Pass Protector Receives New Four-Year Deal
The Los Angeles Rams have agreed to a four-year contract extension with offensive tackle Jonah Williams that will keep him with the team through the 2026 season. The deal is worth $54.5 million, with $34 million guaranteed, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Williams has become one of the NFL's elite pass protectors
Williams, 26, was a first-round pick by the Cincinnati Bengals in 2020 and was traded to the Rams in 2022. He has quickly become one of the NFL's best pass protectors, allowing just one sack in 1,058 pass-blocking snaps since joining the Rams, according to Pro Football Focus. He was ranked as the No. 5 tackle in the NFL by PFF in 2022.
Williams is a key part of Rams' Super Bowl hopes
Williams is a key part of the Rams' offense, which is led by quarterback Matthew Stafford. The Rams have struggled to protect Stafford in recent years, but Williams has been a major upgrade at left tackle. He is a physical blocker who is also very athletic, which makes him difficult to beat off the edge.
Deal shows Rams' commitment to winning
The Rams' decision to extend Williams is a sign that they are committed to winning. Williams is one of the best young players in the NFL, and he is a key part of the Rams' future. The Rams have a lot of talent on their roster, and they believe that they can compete for a Super Bowl with Williams protecting Stafford.