Coming off of a playoff appearance, the Miami Dolphins enter minicamp looking to reach new heights. However, not everyone on the Dolphins roster is keen on Miami's current plans.
Center Connor Williams is skipping mandatory minicamp with head coach Mike McDaniel calling it an unexcused absence, via Cameron Wolfe of the NFL Network. Williams is the only current Dolphins player not expected to be at mandatory minicamp.
Williams' beef comes due to his current contract situation. Entering the final year of his contract, the offensive lineman is looking for a long-term deal. With the Dolphins so far reluctant, Williams has decided to skip out on minicamp.
Eventually, both sides will need to come to an agreement. As Miami begins to prepare for the season, Williams is expected to play a major role. However, if he isn't with the team things change. Whether short-term, long-term or a complete separation, the Dolphins cannot let their Williams' situation go unattended.
Connor Williams signed a two-year deal with Miami in 2022 after beginning his career with the Dallas Cowboys. In his Dolphins debut season, Williams started every single game. He earned an impressive 78.4 grade from Pro Football Focus.
With Tua Tagovailoa's health of upmost importance, a strong offensive line in Miami is crucial. Having Williams back would only bolster that line. Still under contract, the Dolphins hold the cards when it comes to Williams. Still, his early minicamp absence casts doubt on whether he will be back in Miami, blocking for Tagovailoa and the Dolphins in 2023.
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