The San Francisco 49ers endured a difficult 2024 season, finishing with a disappointing 6-11 record and falling short of the playoffs.
Trent Williams, like many of his teammates, wasn’t satisfied with how things ended. This offseason, the veteran offensive tackle has already made a notable change—he’s attending voluntary workouts, something he hasn’t typically done in recent years.
According to Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle, Williams opted to join the team in Santa Clara instead of following his usual offseason routine of training in Texas.
“Trent Williams, who usually trains in Texas during the offseason, reported to Santa Clara last week for the start of Phase 1,” Branch reported.
Williams’ decision to be present signals strong leadership and commitment, qualities that could help spark a turnaround for the 49ers in 2025.
The news of his attendance has energized fans. One supporter wrote, “Ring season if all our draft picks work out and a couple sophomores make some moderate to big jumps.” Another added, “Big Trent got the best nickname in the NFL, Silverback. Ain’t nobody messing with him.”
Others saw Williams’ presence as a sign of accountability. “I think he knows he has some making up to do with The Faithful. This is a big step in the right direction,” a fan said. Another noted, “Good. I wondered how much his holdout last season contributed to his injuries late in the season. Conditioning is a critical part of playing in the NFL!”
There’s plenty of work ahead for both Williams and the 49ers if they hope to return to Super Bowl form. But showing up early is certainly a strong first step.