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The San Francisco 49ers are set to sign Trent Williams to a $50 million contract for the next two seasons, easing concerns about his future with the team. This news comes ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft.
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The San Francisco 49ers were entering the 2026 NFL Draft with a first-round pick that had a few different routes the team could take.
Edge rusher and wide receiver are two spots to keep in mind, but with the uncertainty around Trent Williams, offensive tackle was also on the table.
However, as Elite Loyalty Sports, William's agency, shared on Twitter/x, the 49ers can breathe a sigh of relief, as Williams is set to sign a huge $50 million contract to remain with the 49ers for the next two seasons.
"@TrentW71 and Elite Loyalty Sports make NFL history again, securing a new 2-year, $50M deal with the 49ers," Elite Loyalty Sports shared.
This is some huge news for the 49ers, as they no longer have to worry about finding the Williams' successor over the next two seasons.
Brock Purdy has his left tackle locked in for then ext two years on a $50 million deal, which includes $37 million fully guaranteed to go with a $22 million signing bonus, according to Williams' agency.
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Trent Williams' new contract with the 49ers is valued at $50 million for the next two seasons.
With Trent Williams secured, the 49ers can focus on other positions like edge rusher and wide receiver in the upcoming draft.
Trent Williams' new contract is set to take effect for the next two seasons, starting after the current season.

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Another interesting facet of this signing for the 49ers and Williams is that he's now become the first non-QB to make $400M in contracts with $225M in guarantees in his NFL career, according to his agency.
Not only do the 49ers get to keep their future Hall of Fame left tackle for the next two seasons, but he's getting a good amount of new, guaranteed money, and breaking records in the process.
This is some huge news for the 49ers right at the start of NFL Draft week. Offensive tackle is no longer a need, letting John Lynch focus on edge rusher and wide receiver early in the upcoming draft.