Overview
- Williams told reporters Wednesday that the two-year, $50 million extension he signed in April will “probably” be his last and that he expects to play through the 2027 season.
- He cited wanting to be more present for his daughter and family as a major reason for stepping back, calling the idea of retiring after 2027 “scary.”
- Despite his age, Williams remains an elite starter who was a 12-time Pro Bowler and made All-Pro teams recently, and the team plans to use him as the 49ers’ left tackle while he is under contract.
- The contract carries $37 million fully guaranteed and a $22 million signing bonus, and its structure reduced near-term cap charges, giving San Francisco roster flexibility this offseason.
- With about two seasons to find a successor, the 49ers have added short-term depth (signing Vederian Lowe and drafting Enrique Cruz) and face increased urgency from new division threats such as Myles Garrett on the Rams.