The $35.3 million average annual salary sets a high benchmark, directly impacting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and two-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Vita Vea. Vea, who requested a trade from Tampa Bay in late July after extension negotiations broke down entering the final year of his contract, now faces an even wider gap in valuation. AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementChris Simms Explains Why Bucs and Vita Vea Remain 'Way Off' on Contract ExtensionFormer Buccaneers quarterback and Pro Football Talk analyst Chris Simms broke down why Williams' contract further complicates Tampa Bay's ongoing contract standoff. Williams' deal creates a steep hurdle for Tampa Bay general manager Jason Licht as the front office tries to resolve Vea's trade request. I don't think he's a $32 million, $30 million a year type of guy."