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49ers coach updates on Mykel Williams' return ahead of Seahawks matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 1:22 AM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

49ers coach updates on Mykel Williams' return ahead of Seahawks matchup

Summary

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided a positive update regarding Mykel Williams' potential return for their Week 5 game against the Seattle Seahawks. The 49ers are currently 4-0 after defeating the Denver Broncos 24-14, but their defense is seeking improvement with Williams back on the field. Williams, who is recovering from a torn ACL sustained in 2025, has been practicing and could play on Sunday, October 11, if his recovery progresses well. Shanahan also indicated that defensive end Nick Bosa and defensive tackle James Thompson Jr. are unlikely to play against Seattle, with Bosa dealing with a calf injury and Thompson recovering from a high-ankle sprain.

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Status Watch

•49ers improve to 4-0 after defeating the Broncos 24-14.
•Mykel Williams is recovering and may return for the Week 5 matchup.
•Nick Bosa and James Thompson Jr. are doubtful for Sunday’s game.
•Kickoff against the Seahawks is set for 1:25 p.m. PST on October 11.

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1:22 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Shares Update on Mykel Williams’ Potential Return

What they're saying

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The San Francisco 49ers beat the Denver Broncos 24-14 on Sunday to remain undefeated and improve to 4-0.Despite holding the Broncos to 14 points and 296 yards of offense, the 49ers’ defense did not record a sack or tackle for loss.However, the 49ers are hopeful to get a big boost to their defensive line ahead […] The post 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Shares Update on Mykel Williams’ Potential Return appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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