The Facts: The Buccaneers on Wednesday announced that Williams, the fourth-year wide receiver, has signed a new six-year contract that runs through the 2018 season. The contract is worth $40.25 million.
Diehards Line:Williams and Vincent Jackson helped last year's Buccaneers set franchise records for yardage (5,820) and points (389) in a single season. Williams’ 23 touchdowns since 2010 are the most by any Tampa Bay player after three seasons in the league. As NFL.com notes, along with a knack for the end zone, Williams has been durable, playing in all 48 games since entering the league and averaging 64.3 catches per campaign. Williams ranked 16th in the NFL last year with 15.8 yards per reception.