Here's how the NFL world reacted to defensive tackle Milton Williams' historic deal with the New England Patriots.

The New England Patriots spent more than $200 million in free agency to shore up their defense on Monday, reportedly adding defensive tackle Milton Williams, cornerback Carlton Davis and linebacker Robert Spillane.

The New England Patriots made a big splash on the first day of NFL free agency, reportedly signing defensive tackle Milton Williams to bulk up the team's defensive line.

As of now, the Patriots have signed Milton Williams, Carlton Davis, Robert Spillane, Harold Landry, Khyiris Tonga, Morgan Moses, Austin Hooper, Josh Dobbs, and Mack Hollins. Of those names, only one is a returning player.

The Patriots got busy on Monday afternoon as the NFL’s free agency negotiating period opened with a frenzy. New England made four significant signings in the first hours of the window, including some major splashes on defense and a much-needed upgrade to the offensive line.

The New England Patriots should be busy over the next several weeks as Mike Vrabel and company look to build a winning roster for 2025 and beyond. NFL free agency began Monday afternoon when the legal tampering window opened,

While the Patriots missed out on a handful of the top free agents on Monday, New England did make a pair of signings that will greatly help the defense. The Patriots reportedly signed linebacker Robert Spillane and cornerback Carlton Davis just after the NFL's negotiating window opened Monday afternoon.

As legal tampering opened, the New England Patriots closed in on an off-the-ball linebacker. The organization agreed to terms with unrestricted free agent Robert Spillane on Monday afternoon, as first reported by NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport.