As the contract shows, there is an expectation for the role Williams will play on the defense and on the team -- as a leader and one of the stars. Williams had his first experience with how Vrabel will be as a coach this week,

Only, Mike Vrabel had other ideas. The Patriots coach blocked out a spot on the team calendar for the players, coaches and football staff to head out and participate in community events throughout Greater Boston.

He wants me to go fast and empty the tank every rep,” Williams said. “I like that. ... Calling me out is going to help the other guys."