For the second consecutive year, Trent Williams is the No. 1 ranked offensive tackle in the NFL, and that should surprise no one. Williams is widely regarded as the best at his position. The massive offensive lineman is a consistent and punishing blocker.
"Pro Football Focus gave him an outrageous 97.8 rating in 2022, his 92.3% pass block win rate was ninth among tackles, and he didn't allow a single sack," wrote Fowler. "One knock on Williams is he occasionally misses in the open field -- his seven run-game whiffs last season were the most among the tackles who made the list -- but that's a small toll for his splash playmaking."
Williams has spent the past two seasons with the 49ers following a trade from Washington. He has since started 29 games for San Francisco and has led all offensive linemen in Pro Football Focus grades during that timespan.
"He's the most talented for sure," one NFC executive told Fowler, "but he is a true student of the game with great passion for improving and an extremely smart player as well. He's the total package."
Last year, Williams signed a six-year, $138.06 million deal, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman in NFL history and keeping him with the 49ers through 2026. Williams is a nine-time Pro Bowl selection, including the past two seasons, and was named a 2021 first-team All-Pro.
No Nick Bosa or Trent Williams at final 49ers practice before Bears game
By David Bonilla
Dec 6
Defensive end Nick Bosa and left tackle Trent Williams were absent during the early portion of Friday's practice, the segment open to the media. Neither player has participated in practice this week, raising significant doubts about their availability for Sunday's matchup...
49ers vs. Bears: Kyle Shanahan provides updates on Nick Bosa, Trent Williams
By David Bonilla
Dec 5
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa and tackle Trent Williams have not practiced this week after missing their second consecutive game, casting doubt on their availability for Sunday's matchup against the Chicago Bears.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan provided updates on both...
No sign of Nick Bosa or Trent Williams at 49ers' Thursday practice
By David Bonilla
Dec 5
The San Francisco 49ers took the practice field on Thursday for the second session of the week, with one more practice scheduled for Friday before hosting the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium on Sunday. However, two key starters—defensive end Nick Bosa and tackle Trent...
49ers' Trent Williams and wife mourn the loss of twins
By David Bonilla
Dec 2
San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Trent Williams was sidelined Sunday against the Buffalo Bills due to an ankle injury. However, few knew the All-Pro tackle has been facing an unimaginable personal tragedy off the field.
Williams and his wife, Sondra, recently experienced...
