As part of the trade, 49ers sent 2019’s fifth-round pick and third-rounder in 2021 to Washington. Redskins ended up using this year’s pick to draft San Diego State’s center Keith Ismael.

Williams arrives in San Francisco in order to fill the void left by Pro Bowler Joe Staley’s retirement. Staley, who spent his entire career with 49ers, recently decided to walk away from football due to health concerns.

Trent Williams was attempting to leave Washington Redskins since early 2019 after the team’s medical staff failed to diagnose a tumor growth on his head. Redskins declined to trade him at the time causing Williams to sit out the entire 2019 season.

After failing to repair the relationship with the player, Washington finally started taking calls for Williams this offseason. Several teams were reportedly interested, with Minnesota Vikings being closest to getting the deal done before 49ers swopped in.

“I’m thankful this is over,” Williams told ESPN. “I thank [Redskins owner] Dan [Snyder] and the organization for all they’ve done for me. Still a lot of love for the fans and that locker room. Now I’m focusing on being the best player I can possibly be for the San Francisco 49ers.”

Williams was Redskins’ fourth overall pick in 2010. During his time in the league, he had seven consecutive Pro Bowl appearances and a Second-Team All-Pro selection in 2015.

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There were some indications that Williams, who first asked for a trade back in April, might remain in Washington following the arrival of a new head coach Ron Rivera. But despite the reports that Rivera and the 32-year-old a “good talks,” the player didn’t want to change his mind. 

“Trent is excited to resume his Pro Bowl career with a team interested in a player of his stature,” Taylor told The Athletic. “We really appreciate and respect [owner] Dan Snyder for the chance to seek another opportunity. This isn’t about a contract, but time for a change of scenery.”

Trent Williams’ trade request came after Redskins’ medical staff misdiagnosed a dangerous growth on his head. Williams opted to remain away from the team, but Redskins mostly refused to take calls from other NFL teams. He ended his holdout after the trade deadline passed but nevertheless hasn’t played a single game in 2019.

While Williams’ claims that he wants to be traded because he lost his faith in the organization, sources close to the situation say that the bigger issue is the new contract. He has one year left on his deal, which will pay him $12.5 million in 2020, and would like to get a big raise. The reports say that Williams is looking to become the highest-paid tackle in the game, and would like to get more than $20 million a year.

So far, there it’s unclear which team might make a move for Williams, but Cleveland Browns emerge as the most intriguing option. Browns tried to trade for the player in the past, and might now rekindle their interest as he’s officially on the market.

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As part of the trade, 49ers sent 2019’s fifth-round pick and third-rounder in 2021 to Washington. Redskins ended up using this year’s pick to draft San Diego State’s center Keith Ismael.

Williams arrives in San Francisco in order to fill the void left by Pro Bowler Joe Staley’s retirement. Staley, who spent his entire career with 49ers, recently decided to walk away from football due to health concerns.

Trent Williams was attempting to leave Washington Redskins since early 2019 after the team’s medical staff failed to diagnose a tumor growth on his head. Redskins declined to trade him at the time causing Williams to sit out the entire 2019 season.

After failing to repair the relationship with the player, Washington finally started taking calls for Williams this offseason. Several teams were reportedly interested, with Minnesota Vikings being closest to getting the deal done before 49ers swopped in.

“I’m thankful this is over,” Williams told ESPN. “I thank [Redskins owner] Dan [Snyder] and the organization for all they’ve done for me. Still a lot of love for the fans and that locker room. Now I’m focusing on being the best player I can possibly be for the San Francisco 49ers.”

Williams was Redskins’ fourth overall pick in 2010. During his time in the league, he had seven consecutive Pro Bowl appearances and a Second-Team All-Pro selection in 2015.

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There were some indications that Williams, who first asked for a trade back in April, might remain in Washington following the arrival of a new head coach Ron Rivera. But despite the reports that Rivera and the 32-year-old a “good talks,” the player didn’t want to change his mind. 

“Trent is excited to resume his Pro Bowl career with a team interested in a player of his stature,” Taylor told The Athletic. “We really appreciate and respect [owner] Dan Snyder for the chance to seek another opportunity. This isn’t about a contract, but time for a change of scenery.”

Trent Williams’ trade request came after Redskins’ medical staff misdiagnosed a dangerous growth on his head. Williams opted to remain away from the team, but Redskins mostly refused to take calls from other NFL teams. He ended his holdout after the trade deadline passed but nevertheless hasn’t played a single game in 2019.

While Williams’ claims that he wants to be traded because he lost his faith in the organization, sources close to the situation say that the bigger issue is the new contract. He has one year left on his deal, which will pay him $12.5 million in 2020, and would like to get a big raise. The reports say that Williams is looking to become the highest-paid tackle in the game, and would like to get more than $20 million a year.

So far, there it’s unclear which team might make a move for Williams, but Cleveland Browns emerge as the most intriguing option. Browns tried to trade for the player in the past, and might now rekindle their interest as he’s officially on the market.

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