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49ers confirm Mykel Williams return for Seahawks game this Sunday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 6:01 AM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

49ers confirm Mykel Williams return for Seahawks game this Sunday

Summary

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan announced that edge rusher Mykel Williams is expected to play against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Williams, the 11th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, missed the first four games due to a torn ACL. The 49ers have faced significant injury challenges, including the loss of DT Alfred Collins and DE Sam Okuayinonu. Despite these setbacks, San Francisco holds a 4-0 record as they prepare to face Seattle at Lumen Field.

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Status Watch

•San Francisco prepares for Seattle Seahawks on October 9, 2026.
•Mykel Williams practiced well and is cleared to play.
•The 49ers face significant injuries on their defensive line.
•They maintained a 4-0 record heading into the Seahawks game.

Latest Updates

6:01 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan Shares Mykel Williams Update Ahead of Seahawks Game

What they're saying

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The San Francisco 49ers have battled through injuries early in the season, especially along their defensive line.San Francisco lost second-year DT Alfred Collins to a season-ending knee injury and key contributor DE Sam Okuayinonu to a broken right foot before Week 1. Okuayinonu could return later in the year.In addition, rookie James Thompson Jr. suffered […] The post 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan Shares Mykel Williams Update Ahead of Seahawks Game appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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