49ers GM John Lynch shared Wednesday at the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine that Trent Williams (ankle) is “motivated” to play a 16th NFL season and will stay with San Francisco. The 36-year-old left tackle, a cornerstone of the line, held strong as an elite performer in 2024 when healthy, though a left ankle injury sidelined him for the final seven games, limiting him to 10 starts. Williams is on the mend from that injury, with Lynch signaling confidence in his return as the team’s starting left tackle in 2025.

Fantasy Impact

Williams’ return is a quiet win for fantasy managers rostering 49ers skill players—think Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, or George Kittle. His top-tier blocking keeps the offense humming, though last year’s 10-game stint highlights durability concerns at 36. The ankle recovery bears watching, but a full offseason should have him ready to anchor the line. No direct fantasy value at tackle, but his presence boosts Purdy’s protection and McCaffrey’s lanes—keep those guys high on your draft board.

49ers GM John Lynch said Trent Williams is "as committed as ever and has a lot in the tank."

Fantasy Impact

Williams ended the 2024 season on injured reserve due to an ankle injury that kept him from playing in the final seven games of the season. His status remains one to monitor this offseason as he has considered retirement in the past.

The 49ers placed Trent Williams on injured reserve.

Fantasy Impact

Williams had already been ruled out for the season. The 49ers offensive line will remain depleted for the final two games of the year.

Trent Williams will not play again this season.

Fantasy Impact

Williams will not play in the final two games of the year for the 49ers. They will also be without Aaron Banks and Jaylon Moore to close a lost season for San Francisco.

Trent Williams (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game against the Miami Heat.

Fantasy Impact

The 49ers will be without Williams again on Sunday. He's still battling a nagging ankle injury right now, and it remains to be seen if he will be back in the lineup anytime soon. San Francisco's offensive line will continue to be weaker than usual for however long he remains out moving forward.