Mykel Williams itching to return in 49ers vs. Seahawks game
NBC Sports Bay Area & California • • sports
Key Points:
- Mykel Williams is set to make his 2026 season debut for the San Francisco 49ers after recovering from a season-ending ACL injury sustained in Week 9 of his rookie season.
- Williams expressed frustration over being sidelined for nearly a year and watching multiple teammates in his position group suffer injuries, increasing his eagerness to return to play.
- Nick Bosa played a significant role in Williams' rehabilitation, offering advice and support based on his own experience with ACL recoveries.
- Williams has worked on transforming his physique by reducing sugar intake and focusing on strength, aiming to improve his on-field performance compared to his rookie year.
- He is motivated to demonstrate his growth and readiness in the upcoming divisional game against the Seattle Seahawks, with uncertainty about how quickly he will regain his top form.
