Trent Williams praises 49ers' revamped defensive line after preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 1:05 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Trent Williams of the San Francisco 49ers expressed optimism about the team's revamped defensive line following their preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. Williams highlighted the performance of rookie Gracen Halton, noting his explosiveness and intensity. The 49ers' defensive line struggled last season, ranking at the bottom of the league in sacks. This offseason, San Francisco addressed these issues by trading for Osa Odighizuwa and drafting Halton and Romello Height, aiming to enhance the unit's depth and competitiveness. Williams believes the current lineup is one of the deepest he's seen, contrasting sharply with last season's struggles.
- •Trent Williams praises rookie Gracen Halton's performance in preseason opener.
- •49ers ranked last in the league for sacks last season.
- •San Francisco made significant offseason moves to strengthen the defensive line.
- •Williams claims the current defensive line is one of the team's deepest.
- •Preseason serves as a vital assessment for the 49ers' roster.
- 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers’ Trent Williams Makes Bold Claim About Revamped Defensive Line
"The San Francisco 49ers could not get to the quarterback last season. The pass rush fell to the bottom of the league, producing fewer sacks than any other team in football. Injuries to Nick Bosa and first-round pick Mykel Williams hurt the team.The front office made the defensive front a priority this offseason. San Francisco […] The post 49ers’ Trent Williams Makes Bold Claim About Revamped Defensive Line appeared first on HEAVY.
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