The Facts: Williams had stronger offers when he hit the free agent market for the first time earlier this offseason, but he opted to stay with the Dallas Cowboys. "It just wasn't about money to me," Williams said of his free agency. "There was a lot of money I could have taken, but it's just the people. The guys I hang around with in my locker room and then the coaches that I have. That's a bigger price tag on it for me than money."
Diehards Line:
Williams signed a four-year, $17 million contract with $9.5 million guaranteed early on in free agency. ... Williams, who joined the Cowboys as a third-round pick in 2013, felt loyal to owner Jerry Jones and his fellow teammates. He specifically mentioned top receiver Dez Bryant as a reason he returned for lesser money. Williams is also familiar with the offense, serving as the No. 2 receiver. He had 44 catches for 594 yards and four touchdowns last season. His best year came in 2015 when he sets career highs in receptions (52) and yards (840).