Why Trent Williams’ new contract extension is best of both worlds for 49ers

There was just enough uncertainty about Trent Williams’ future that it would have been reasonable for the 49ers to enact an immediate succession plan.3But two weeks after 49ers general manager John Lynch revealed the sides were on the “precipice” of a contract agreement, that new deal is done.And that means there is now zero urgency for the 49ers to bring in Williams’ eventual replacement. And that news definitely has an impact on the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.Williams, who turns 38 in July, figures to be around for another two seasons.The agency that represents Williams announced Monday morning the sides reached an agreement that keeps the 12-time Pro Bowl left tackle around another couple of seasons.It is a two-year, $50 million contract with $37 million fully guaranteed, according to Elite Loyalty Sports.The deal comes four days before the first round of the draft, and should influence the direction the 49ers take with the No. 27 overall selection.San Francisco still has an urgent need at left guard, where it currently does not have a starter. But left tackle should be in good hands for the next two seasons.Keeping Williams around through the...