As the contract shows, there is an expectation for the role Williams will play on the defense and on the team -- as a leader and one of the stars. Williams had his first experience with how Vrabel will be as a coach this week,

Milton Williams is the highest-paid player in Patriots history. He explained why Mike Vrabel called him out this offseason and why he embraced the challenge.

He wants me to go fast and empty the tank every rep,” Williams said. “I like that. ... Calling me out is going to help the other guys."