Redskins make Trent Williams the highest paid offensive tackle
The Washington Redskins have made Trent Williams the highest paid offensive tackle in the NFL. The Washington Redskins and LT Trent Williams have reached an agreement on a five-year, $66 million extension, according to Ian Rapoport.
Adam Schefter confirms the report and adds that Williams receives $43.25 million guaranteed.
According to Rapoport, Williams will receive $32 million at signing.
At an average base salary of $13.2 million per year, Williams is now the highest paid left tackle in the NFL, beating out Cowboys LT Tyron Smith who makes $12.2 million per year.
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