Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams discusses the importance of team connection and veteran presence during OTAs. He highlights the improved synergy in the team's second year under the current coaching staff (0:10). Williams emphasizes the significance of team connection over individual talent, drawing from his 11 years of NFL experience (0:35). He praises new teammate DeMarcus Lawrence for his leadership and work ethic (2:28). Williams also mentions Brandon Pili's impressive progress during OTAs (3:44) and talks about his own focus on diversifying his pass-rush moves (4:26). He commends Ernest Jones IV for his impact on the team's run defense last season (5:10). Williams shares his personal "why" for playing football, citing how it provided stability in his childhood (7:06), and reflects on his natural leadership qualities since high school (8:48).

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