The Uncertain Return: The Potential Reunion of Connor Williams and the Dallas Cowboys
During his time in Miami, Williams showcased his versatility by playing both guard and center positions. He excelled at center and became a standout player for the AFC team. Now a free agent at just 26 years old, Williams is fully available to sign with any team. However, despite his talent and availability, he has yet to receive any offers. The reason behind this lack of interest is likely due to a recent ACL injury that has cast doubt on his availability for the upcoming 2024 season.
In addition to Williams’ injury concerns, there is also another factor at play: the upcoming NFL Draft. The Cowboys are searching for players who can potentially fill roles similar to those of their former stars, Tyron Smith and Travis Frederick. This search for “The Next Tyron Smith” and “The Next Travis Frederick” adds another layer of complexity when considering re-signing Williams.
When discussing the possibility of Dallas reuniting with Williams, an NFL source sarcastically commented to CowboysSI.com, saying: “That’d be a typical (Cowboys) signing.” This remark alludes to the team’s history of making questionable signings or taking risks on players with injury concerns.
Williams’ agent, Drew Rosenhaus, recently addressed concerns about his client’s rehabilitation process during a radio interview in Miami. He emphasized that they would be taking a methodical approach and considering how Williams feels physically before signing any contracts. It appears unlikely that he will sign at the beginning of free agency, as he may need more time based on his physical condition.
Rosenhaus added that there is some uncertainty surrounding Connor’s situation due to his physical well-being but assured that they will take it one day at a time once offseason activities commence.
This statement from Rosenhaus has led some to speculate about whether or not Williams might consider retiring from football altogether despite being only 26 years old and playing at such a high level before sustaining his ACL injury.
While it may seem reasonable for teams to wait until after Williams recovers from his injury before making any commitments or offers, there is still potential for bargain-hunting teams willing to take a chance on him. The Cowboys have been known to make cost-effective signings during the early days of NFL free agency, so it wouldn’t be surprising if they were interested in bringing back their former player.
Williams has proven himself capable of being an excellent long-term solution at center; however, it will likely take him considerable time to return to top form following such a serious injury. Whether or not Dallas envisions him as worth waiting for remains uncertain; only time will tell how this situation unfolds