Trent Williams ranks No. 2 among NFL offensive tackles in ESPN survey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Trent Williams of the San Francisco 49ers ranks second in ESPN's annual offensive tackle survey, falling short of the top spot held by Detroit's Penei Sewell. Williams, who turns 38 this month, received varied rankings from NFL executives, coaches, and scouts due to concerns about his age despite solid performance metrics. His two-year, $50 million extension with the 49ers, finalized in April, underscores the team's reliance on him, as evidenced by their performance with and without him on the field. Williams posted a 92.2% pass block win rate in 2025, maintaining his status among the league's best tackles. He is expected to continue protecting quarterback Brock Purdy for at least the next two seasons.
- •Williams is ranked No. 2 behind Penei Sewell in ESPN's survey.
- •The survey's results reflect mixed opinions on Williams' performance.
- •He signed a two-year, $50 million contract extension in April.
- •The 49ers have a significantly better record with Williams in the lineup.
- •Williams recorded a 92.2% pass block win rate in 2025.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Trent Williams left off the No. 1 spot in ESPN's OT rankings
"Trent Williams' time at the top of the NFL might be over.
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