49ers, Trent Williams Eye New Deal

San Francisco 49ers General Manager John Lynch said on Sunday that the team and left tackle Trent Williams are close to finalizing a restructured contract, signaling progress after negotiations accelerated over the past week. The talks have focused on adjusting the financial framework for Williams, a 12-time Pro Bowl selection who remains central to the club’s offensive line plans.

The recent push toward an agreement followed a key decision by the 49ers involving a $10 million option bonus that would have been due on March 20. The team chose not to exercise that option, a move that raised Williams’ 2026 salary cap figure to approximately $47 million. With that cap number now elevated, both sides have worked to reshape the deal in a way that better aligns with the team’s longer-term roster and cap planning.

Lynch indicated the organization’s aim is to complete the rework before the NFL draft in April. Under the approach described, Williams would receive additional guaranteed money and added years, while the 49ers would seek salary cap relief for 2026. The structure reflects a shared interest in keeping a high-level veteran in place while smoothing out future cap exposure tied to a single season.

Williams is set to turn 38 on July 19 and has said he wants to continue playing until age 40. His recent performance supports the team’s urgency: he earned Pro Bowl recognition and second-team All-Pro honors last season, reinforcing his standing as a top-tier offensive tackle. For San Francisco, retaining that level of play at a premium position is a major competitive consideration as the franchise prepares for the next roster-building cycle.

The 49ers’ current depth chart also shapes the stakes. The team does not have an immediate replacement for Williams on the roster, increasing the importance of reaching a resolution that keeps him in place. That reality can influence timing and leverage, particularly with the draft approaching and teams across the league evaluating tackle prospects and broader offensive line needs.

Both sides have projected confidence during the process, according to the account provided, but the final terms had not been announced. Until a revised agreement is completed, key unknowns include the exact amount of new guarantees, the length of any added years, and how much 2026 cap relief the 49ers ultimately secure. For now, Lynch’s comments point to a deal moving toward completion rather than a negotiation at risk of stalling.