Trading offensive lineman Trent Williams seems to be an inevitability for the Washington Redskins this offseason. But as of now, talks have been slowed.
Why?
Well, Josina Anderson of ESPN is reporting that the Redskins are placing a rather hefty price on Williams. They're asking for a second-round draft pick in return. Also, Anderson adds that contractual demands may be inhibiting Washington's ability to swing a trade.
Williams has one year remaining on his current deal and is slated to make $12.5 million in base salary next season. The 31-year-old was originally selected by the Redskins with the fourth overall pick of the 2010 NFL Draft.
It didn't take long for Williams to establish himself as one of the league's top left tackles. He made the Pro Bowl as soon as his third season and went on to make seven straight Pro Bowl appearances between 2012 and 2018.
However, a rift between Williams and Washington occurred last offseason. Williams discovered a growth on his head that the Redskins brushed off as immaterial back in 2013 is actually cancerous.
Williams underwent surgery to remove the growth. He then stayed away from Washington's offseason activities due to his displeasure with the organization.
The Redskins attempted to trade him this past October. But they were unable to find a team willing to send them a first-round pick in exchange for his services.
Williams tried to retake the field at the end of Octobe. But he experienced discomfort when attempting to put on his helmet due to post-surgical soreness on his scalp. He was then placed on injured reserve.
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