Trent Williams, 49ers reach agreement on multi-year deal

The Trent Williams era in San Francisco isn’t ending anytime soon.

After months of uncertainty surrounding his future, the All-Pro left tackle and the San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a new two-year, $50 million contract, solidifying one of the most important relationships in the organization.

The deal, first reported by Williams’ agency, Elite Loyalty Sports, includes $37 million fully guaranteed and a $22 million signing bonus.

@TrentW71 and Elite Loyalty Sports make NFL history again, securing a new 2-year, $50M deal with the #49ers.

The contract includes $37M fully guaranteed and a $22M signing bonus, making Trent the first non-QB in NFL history to surpass $400M in contracts & $225M in guarantees. pic.twitter.com/ABjpVvvwEU

— Elite Loyalty Sports (@eliteloyaltysp) April 20, 2026

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This latest agreement doesn’t just keep Trent Williams in the Bay Area—it also places him firmly in NFL history.

With this contract, Trent Williams becomes the first non-quarterback to surpass $400 million in career earnings and $225 million in total guarantees, a remarkable benchmark for an offensive lineman.

The new deal also provides clarity on his short-term future. Williams is set to earn $24.5 million this season, and the contract structure locks him in through 2027. By the time the deal concludes, he will be 39 years old, yet still among the highest-paid and most respected players at his position.

For the 49ers, this resolves a lingering question that had hovered over the offseason. Williams’ absence and contract situation had sparked speculation, but both sides ultimately found common ground. His presence remains critical for an offense built around physicality and protection in the trenches.

Trent Williams has been nothing short of dominant since arriving in San Francisco. Acquired during the 2020 NFL Draft in a trade with Washington for third- and fifth-round picks, he quickly became the anchor of the offensive line.

Since then, Williams has earned five Pro Bowl selections in six seasons with the team and has consistently been regarded as one of the best—if not the best—left tackles in football.

A future Hall of Fame candidate, Williams is widely praised for his rare combination of size, athleticism, and technique. Whether it’s protecting the quarterback’s blind side or paving the way in the run game, his impact goes far beyond traditional stats.

Now, with this new deal in place, the 49ers can move forward knowing their cornerstone lineman is staying put. And for Trent Williams, the contract is more than just another payday—it’s another chapter in a historic career that will continue for at least two more seasons.

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