The Price of Dominance: What Seattle's Williams Deal Says About NFL Economics The National Football League's top teams are willing to spend lavishly on impact players like Leonard Williams, but this trend has significant implications for the league's long term financial health.
A new three year, $90 million contract extension for Williams, one of the league's highest paid defensive tackles, is just the latest example of the escalating costs of keeping stars on your roster.
At 32, Williams is not in his prime, but he continues to impress with his stats and accolades – including a recent Super Bowl championship with the Seahawks.