Kyle Shanahan updates Mykel Williams' injury status ahead of season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 7:51 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided an injury update on Mykel Williams prior to their season opener against the Los Angeles Rams. Williams, who is recovering from a torn ACL, is not expected to participate, as Shanahan indicated his return is unlikely in time for the game. This leaves the 49ers with limited depth at defensive end behind Nick Bosa, who is also returning from injury. Rookie Romello Height will be under extra pressure to perform and fill the gap left by Williams as the team prepares for their preseason game against the Chargers on Thursday.
- •Mykel Williams likely out for Week 1 against the Rams in Melbourne.
- •Nick Bosa also returning from his knee injury.
- •Rookie Romello Height needs to step up in Williams' absence.
- •Height had minimal impact in his preseason debut.
- •49ers face the Chargers on Thursday in the preseason.
- 7:51 PMYahoo Sports — Kyle Shanahan’s pessimistic injury update places extra pressure on 49ers rookie
"The 49ers need to see more from a player who on paper checks all the boxes.
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