Trent Williams not holding out for money; wants to be traded or released, per report

Washington Redskins Pro Bowl left tackle Trent Williams has been staying away from his team during the 2019 offseason, but it has nothing to do with money.

Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports is reporting that Williams has told teammates he’s demanding a trade or release due to the team’s handling of his recent medical situation.

Trent Williams issues with Skins are not financial at all according to numerous sources with knowledge of the situation. He's told teammates he has demanded a trade or his release from the club due to their handling of his recent medical situation. Has vowed not to play for them

— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) June 5, 2019

This is quite a twist.

Previously, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported Williams was holding out of mandatory minicamp because he was looking for a new contract.

#Redskins LT Trent Williams, not spotted in the building this morning, wants a new deal, I’m told. His deal was huge when he signed out, but the market has shifted greatly. https://t.co/12AFhn394d

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) June 4, 2019

The medical situation La Canfora referenced is a growth or tumor that was discovered on Williams’ head. Described as a “medical scare,” the growth was found not to be malignant, and Williams should be fine going forward.

A seven-time Pro Bowler, Williams is one of the premier left tackles in the NFL today.