Quincy Williams

Career StatsA

Year	Team	GP	Tkl	Sacks	INT
Career		96	613	12.5	1
2025		13	83	3.5	0
2024		17	116	2.0	0
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Net of age, position, and term, Quincy Williams' deal earns a A Contract Value Index. At $6.5M AAV on a two-year pact, Williams represents textbook value for a 29-year-old linebacker entering his eighth season—the salary sits squarely in the above-average starter tier for the position, and his 2025 season output of 83 tackles and 3.5 sacks across 13 games confirms he remains a high-motor, productive defender rather than a declining veteran. The CVI grade reflects both the performance justification (his A+ on-field grade validates the investment) and the clean structure: short term insulates Cleveland against age-related decay while the AAV is reasonable enough that the contract doesn't anchor the cap if Williams' productivity dips. At this stage of his career—a seven-year veteran with All-Pro credentials and 10 career forced fumbles—Williams isn't a reclamation or a lottery ticket; he's a known quantity being asked to fill a specific role on a defense in transition. The media consensus frames this as a shrewd value acquisition, and his reputation for pass-rush instincts and ball-hawking should translate immediately to Cleveland's scheme, making the two-year commitment a low-risk, high-floor addition that doesn't mortgage future flexibility.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Quincy's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Quincy Williams is an eight-year NFL veteran and a reliable, high-volume tackler who remains a productive two-down linebacker in Cleveland's defense. At 29 years old with 96 career games under his belt, Williams has established himself as a consistent performer rather than a household name. His current A-grade reflects an elite skill set that continues to deliver tangible impact on film and in the box score. Williams' tackling production stands well above league average at 6.38 tackles per game, compared to the NFL mean of 2.19, placing him among the league's most frequent defenders in the trenches. His pass-defense metrics are particularly elite—0.54 PD per game exceeds the benchmark of 0.50—signaling improved coverage awareness and ball recognition over his career arc. He also contributes in the backfield, averaging 0.46 tackles for loss per game versus the 0.27 average, though his sack production of 0.27 per game, while above average, remains secondary to his value as a run-defender and coverage linebacker. Recent seasons show a modest regression trajectory: Williams posted an A-grade in 2023, slipped to B+ in 2024, and currently sits at B this season. That downward trend merits close monitoring, as his durability and lateral range may be testing age-related decline. Nevertheless, his career body of work—anchored by consistent two-down excellence and emerging coverage chops—suggests he retains starter value. Watch whether his tackle volume and pass-break-up rate stabilize or continue softening as the season progresses; his ceiling as a high-volume, complementary linebacker remains relevant for playoff-contending rosters.

How Quincy Compares at the Position

Quincy Williams ranks 8th of 339 graded linebackers by performance. That slots Quincy between Lavonte David (A) just ahead and Roquan Smith (A) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Strong defensive upgrade: Browns add proven linebacker intensity and scheme fit. Media consensus highlights Williams as quality starter with clear positional impact. Reuniting with DC Rutenberg signals scheme compatibility and comfort level. Fans excited about pairing Williams with Schwesinger for defensive stability. Williams should solidify middle linebacker spot and improve run defense significantly.