Mykel Williams: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 21

49ers Defensive End Mykel Williams Suffers Another Knee Injury

SANTA CLARA -- Uh oh. Mykel Williams seems to have re-injured his surgically repaired knee during the 49ers' Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 16

49ers Coach Sounds Off on Mykel Williams' Debut

The San Francisco 49ers' former first-round pick Mykel Williams made his 2026 debut after tearing his ACL to end his rookie season. Williams only played 36% of the defensive snaps with 23 snaps overall.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 12

49ers' Kyle Shanahan assesses Mykel Williams' return from ACL injury

San Francisco 49ers defensive end Mykel Williams returned to action Sunday for the first time since suffering an ACL injury last season. He played 23 defensive snaps and eight on special teams, recording two tackles in the 49ers' 32-29 win over the Seattle Seahawks.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 10

49ers Activate DE Mykel Williams To Play In Week 5; Latest On WRs Mike Evans, Christian Kirk

OCTOBER 10: As expected, the 49ers officially announced this afternoon that they have activated Williams from the reserve/physically unable to perform list.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 10

49ers announce roster moves ahead of big game in Seattle, activate Mykel Williams

The San Francisco 49ers announced the following roster moves on Saturday ahead of a big game on Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Activated DL Mykel

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / October 9

San Francisco 49ers Surprisingly Part Ways With 8-Year NFL Veteran

The San Francisco 49ers released defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo on Friday, clearing a roster spot as the club prepares to bring back a younger piece of its defensive front.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 9

49ers to activate Mykel Williams, Mike Evans set to play vs. Seahawks

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that second-year defensive lineman Mykel Williams will be activated from the physically unable to perform (PUP) list on Saturday, ahead of the team's Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.

San Francisco 49ers News / Viral Sports News / October 9

49ers Get Massive Injury Update Before Seahawks Game

The San Francisco 49ers’ defensive line has been thinned by injury for most of the young season, yet the 49ers are still unbeaten and now expect one of their most promising edge rushers back in the lineup.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 8

49ers' Kyle Shanahan delivers positive Mykel Williams and Nick Bosa updates

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan shared encouraging injury updates on defensive ends Mykel Williams and Nick Bosa during a Thursday interview on Bay Area radio station KNBR as the team prepares to face the Seattle Seahawks in Week 5.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 8

Mykel Williams Sends Strong Message Ahead of 49ers Return

The San Francisco 49ers' former 11th overall pick Mykel Williams tore his ACL once he was starting to get into a groove during his rookie season. Now, Williams is about a week away from returning to the NFL to start his 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 8

Mykel Williams Is Very Anxious To Return to the Field for the 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers may be 4-0 right now, but they have also been ravaged by injuries for a third straight season. In particular, their wide receiver room and their defensive line have been depleted as a result of multiple key players getting hurt.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 7

49ers' Mykel Williams on improvement after ACL recovery: 'You gonna see Sunday'

Second-year San Francisco 49ers defensive lineman Mykel Williams spoke to reporters ahead of Wednesday's practice, saying he's eager to return to the field.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / October 5

Kyle Shanahan Gives Injury Updates on DE Mykel Williams and WR Christian Kirk

The San Francisco 49ers’ defensive line and wide receiver rooms have been seriously depleted by the old injury bug so far this season. Coming into Week 1, they were already without two key players at both position groups: defensive end Mykel Williams and wide receiver Christian Kirk.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4

49ers Expect DE Mykel Williams To Play In Week 5; Latest On WRs Mike Evans, Christian Kirk

The 49ers have received a rare piece of good news on the injury front. Per CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz, DE Mykel Williams is expected to play in San Francisco’s key Week 5 matchup with the Seahawks. Williams, a 2025 first-rounder, sustained an ACL tear midway through his rookie season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 2

John Lynch Says 49ers' Mykel Williams “Looks Excellent” Ahead of Week 5 Return

The San Francisco 49ers’ injury woes have already plagued them. It only took three games. But they’re 3-0 and sitting at the top of the NFC West, so there’s still plenty of reason for optimism.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 1

Trent Williams returns to 49ers practice as Mike Evans works on the side

As expected, San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams returned to practice Thursday after suffering a neck stinger Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / September 30

49ers Named Landing Spot for 9-Time Pro Bowl Edge Rusher

The San Francisco 49ers have a tough decision to make at edge rusher now that Nick Bosa is out for the next couple of weeks. San Francisco is getting Mykel Williams back, and they added veteran Matthew Judon, so some reinforcements are coming. Still, this duo combined for one sack last year.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 30

49ers vs. Broncos injury report: Mykel Williams returns to practice while 5 starters sit out

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 4 contest against the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. All eyes are on Mike Evans this week after the wide receiver suffered a rib injury in the 49ers' Week 3 win over the Arizona Cardinals.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 30

49ers make major Mykel Williams PUP decision before Broncos tilt

The San Francisco 49ers could soon receive another boost to their defensive front after opening the practice window for defensive lineman Mykel Williams ahead of their Week 4 matchup against the Denver Broncos.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 30

Kyle Shanahan talks 49ers injuries, Dante Pettis signing, Mykel Williams practice plan

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters ahead of Wednesday's practice, the team's first of the week as it prepares for its Week 4 matchup against the Denver Broncos.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 28

49ers To Open Mykel Williams’ Practice Window; Latest On Mike Evans

An offseason rule change adjusted the timelines for players on the reserve/PUP list. They are now eligible to practice after two missed games, as opposed to the four-game wait previously in place.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18

Shanahan: 49ers DE Mykel Williams Considered A 'Long Shot' For Week 1

49ers’ second-year DE Mykel Williams finished last season in Week 9 after suffering a torn ACL. When speaking to reporters on Tuesday, HC Kyle Shanahan

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 3

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San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 15

49ers DE Mykel Williams Expected Back For Training Camp; Week 1 Status Unclear

The 49ers dealt with a number of major injuries over the course of the 2025 campaign. One of those was the ACL tear suffered by Mykel Williams, and his ability to start next season remains in question.