American · Beaumont, USA · Born 19 July 1988Trent Williams is one of the most decorated offensive tackles of his generation, anchoring elite offensive lines for Washington and San Francisco.
Trent Williams' relationship with Washington ended in a protracted, very public dispute that eventually forced a trade -- the kind of breakdown between a star player and his original franchise that's common enough in the NFL, but rarely this openly contentious for this long before a resolution finally arrived. What followed in San Francisco reset how his career is remembered: rather than fading as a disgruntled veteran, Williams kept adding Pro Bowl and All-Pro selections at left tackle well into his thirties, a position where the physical demands typically shorten primes faster than almost anywhere else on the field. His eleven Pro Bowl selections and eight All-Pro honours, split across two very different organizational situations, make the case that Williams's talent was never really in question during the Washington years -- whatever the dispute was actually about, it wasn't a reflection of declining ability.
Dominant left tackle for the Redskins/Commanders and San Francisco 49ers
How They Played
Athletic left tackle with excellent footwork, strength, and ability to handle elite pass rushers
Lasting Impact
Considered one of the best offensive tackles of his generation with exceptional longevity and consistency
Career Honours
- 11x Pro Bowl
- 8x All-Pro (6x First-team)
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | 2020–2024 | 77 | #71 |
| Washington Redskins | 2010–2019 | 164 | #71 |
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