Sources: 49ers pass on Trent Williams option, eye deal
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Key Points:
- The San Francisco 49ers declined the $10 million option bonus on left tackle Trent Williams' contract, increasing his salary cap hit to nearly $47 million, but they plan to renegotiate his contract before the 2024 NFL draft.
- Williams and the 49ers have struggled to agree on a new deal despite offseason negotiations, with Williams entering the 2026 season without guaranteed money or contract years beyond that.
- General manager John Lynch remains optimistic about reaching a new contract, emphasizing Williams' importance to the team despite his age of nearly 38.
- The 49ers have not actively sought to move on from Williams due to a lack of proven replacements on the roster, instead focusing on adding depth with players like V
