Niners secure Trent Williams with massive extension, defying age and resetting the market for veteran offensive linemen. This bold move fuels Super Bowl aspirations.
The San Francisco 49ers have re-signed 12-time pro bowl offensive tackle Trent Williams. The seismic move is causing a stir in the NFL world.
The Niners re-signed a near-40-year-old tackle to a $25 million per year contract. If it seems unheard of, it's because it is. Rarely do you see any player make that kind of money this late in their career, but it speaks to the caliber of player Williams still is at 38 years old.
Clutch Points' Troy Finnegan is reacting to the move. He discussed what it means for the Niners and Williams for the next two NFL seasons.
"On Monday, just a few days before the NFL Draft, Williams agreed to a two-year, $50 million contract extension, via his agency Elite Loyalty Sports. The new deal includes $37 million guaranteed and puts him under contract until 2028. ...
In six seasons with the 49ers, Williams has made four All-Pro teams, with three First Team selections. He developed into arguably the best tackle in the league, and while he has slipped from that perch over the last two seasons, he is still paramount to this San Francisco offense due to his athleticism and his ability to dominate both in pass protection and in the run game.
This extension is a bit of a gamble, as Williams is going to be 38 years old when the season starts and he has dealt with some minor injuries in recent years, so it's a risk to say that he is going to be healthy throughout the duration of this contract extension. However, for a 49ers team that is trying to win now, making sure Williams is sticking around is a worthwhile investment especially in one of the most competitive divisions in football."
San Francisco 49ers tackle Trent Williams (71) looks on after the game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Matt Kartozian-Imagn ImagesOffensive linemen have seen their value increase publicly though for awhile NFL executives have understood their importance to win-loss records. Williams in particular has proven invaluable over his time as a player with the Niners. Since joining the team, the former Oklahoma Sooners offensive tackle has been a part of several postseason runs including multiple Super Bowl appearances.
Still, the contract is not any less stunning. It resets what players at that stage of their career can hope to make if they continue to perform at a high level.
Williams will look to secure an elusive first Super Bowl championship in what could be his final two seasons with San Francisco.