The Seahawks (5–2) lead the NFC West and made a big move to upgrade their defensive line the day before the NFL trade deadline, sending 2024 second- and ’25 fifth-round picks to the Giants for defensive tackle Leonard Williams.
Williams, 29, is in the final year of his deal. The Giants owed him $18 million in base salary this season. While Seattle would have been paying him the prorated amount of $9.5 million, New York is reportedly paying a good chunk of the cost in return for better draft capital.
So far this year, Williams has recorded 21 tackles and 1.5 sacks along with five quarterback hits and one tackle for loss. Once a household name, he’s fallen off somewhat in production but remains an interior presence who can push the pocket.
