History of Trent Williams in Timeline
Trent Williams is a highly accomplished American football offensive tackle for the San Francisco 49ers. Drafted fourth overall in 2010 after a standout college career at the University of Oklahoma, Williams has consistently ranked among the NFL's elite tackles. His impressive resume includes eleven Pro Bowl selections and four All-Pro honors, solidifying his legacy as one of the best in the game.
July 19, 1988: Birth of Trent Williams
Trent Williams was born on July 19, 1988.
2005: High School Football and College Recruitment
In 2005, Trent Williams played high school football for the Longview Lobos and was a highly sought-after recruit, eventually choosing to attend the University of Oklahoma.
October 2006: Breakthrough as a Freshman
In October 2006, during his freshman year at the University of Oklahoma, Trent Williams stepped up as the starting right tackle due to an injury, showcasing his potential early on.
2006: Friendship with Adrian Peterson
Trent Williams and running back Adrian Peterson became teammates while playing for the University of Oklahoma in 2006.
2008: Dominating Performance with the Sooners
In 2008, Trent Williams was part of a dominant offensive line for the Oklahoma Sooners that helped the team achieve a record-breaking scoring season.
2009: Pre-Draft Recognition and Accolades
In 2009, Williams was recognized as a top prospect for the NFL draft, solidifying his reputation as one of the best offensive tackles in college football.
2009: College Career and All-American Recognition
Williams concluded his college football career at the University of Oklahoma in 2009, earning All-American recognition for his outstanding performance.
July 30, 2010: Signing with the Redskins and Early Career
On July 30, 2010, Trent Williams officially signed with the Washington Redskins, marking the beginning of his professional career.
2010: High Expectations in the NFL Draft
In the lead-up to the 2010 NFL draft, Trent Williams was widely regarded as one of the best offensive tackle prospects and was projected as a top pick.
2010: Drafted by Washington Redskins
In 2010, Trent Williams was drafted by the Washington Redskins, a significant milestone in his professional football career.
2010: Nicknamed "Silverback" at NFL Draft
At the 2010 NFL Draft, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell introduced Trent Williams with the nickname "Silverback", a moniker inspired by Williams' gorilla tattoo and his affinity for the animal.
2011: Leadership Role and Suspension
In 2011, Trent Williams was named team captain for the Washington Redskins. However, he also faced a setback when he was suspended for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.
2012: Injuries and Pro Bowl Selection
Despite battling injuries throughout the 2012 season, Trent Williams delivered his best performance, earning him a Pro Bowl selection.
January 6, 2013: Altercation with Richard Sherman
On January 6, 2013, after a playoff loss, Trent Williams was involved in an on-field altercation with Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman, resulting in a fine.
2013: Incident with Umpire Roy Ellison
In 2013, Trent Williams accused umpire Roy Ellison of using abusive language towards him during a game, an incident that led to Ellison's suspension and sparked controversy.
2013: Initial Cancer Diagnosis
In 2013, Trent Williams was initially diagnosed with a growth on his head, marking the beginning of a challenging health journey.
2014: Pro Bowl Selection Amidst Team's Struggles
Despite the Washington Redskins having a challenging season in 2014, Trent Williams stood out as the team's sole representative in the Pro Bowl.
August 29, 2015: Contract Extension with the Redskins
On August 29, 2015, Trent Williams secured a significant contract extension with the Washington Redskins, reflecting his value to the team.
November 1, 2016: Suspension and Pro Bowl Recognition
Despite serving a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy in 2016, Trent Williams' performance earned him his fifth consecutive Pro Bowl selection.
December 22, 2017: Season-Ending Injury and Pro Bowl Honors
On December 22, 2017, Trent Williams was placed on injured reserve, ending his season prematurely. However, he was still recognized with a Pro Bowl selection for his performance prior to the injury.
April 2019: Cancer Diagnosis and Dispute with Redskins
In April 2019, it was revealed that Trent Williams had undergone surgery for a cancerous growth on his head. This led to a dispute with the Redskins as Williams felt the team's medical staff had mishandled his initial diagnosis in 2013.
July 27, 2019: Placement on Reserve List
On July 27, 2019, the Redskins placed Williams on the reserve list amidst his holdout.
October 30, 2019: Reinstatement and Failed Physical
On October 30, 2019, after failing to trade him, the Redskins reinstated Williams. However, he failed his physical due to discomfort from his prior surgery.
2019: Holdout and Cancer Diagnosis
In 2019, Trent Williams held out for the entire year due to a contract dispute and a cancerous growth on his head. Williams was unhappy with how the Redskins medical staff handled the situation, feeling they downplayed the seriousness of his condition.
March 2020: Permission to Seek Trade
In March 2020, after months of conflict with the Washington Redskins, Trent Williams and his agent were granted permission to seek a trade to another NFL team.
April 25, 2020: Traded to the San Francisco 49ers
On April 25, 2020, Trent Williams was traded to the San Francisco 49ers from the Washington Redskins in exchange for draft picks. This trade reunited him with head coach Kyle Shanahan.
November 4, 2020: Placed on COVID-19 List
On November 4, 2020, Trent Williams was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
2020: Trade to San Fransisco 49ers
In 2020, after a standoff with his former team, the Washington Redskins, Trent Williams was traded to the San Francisco 49ers.
January 1, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve
Trent Williams was placed on injured reserve on January 1, 2021, after sustaining an elbow injury during the game against the Arizona Cardinals the previous week.
March 23, 2021: Signs Contract Extension with the 49ers
On March 23, 2021, Trent Williams signed a six-year contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers, making him the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL at the time.
December 2021: Documentary "Silverback" is Released
A documentary titled "Silverback", chronicling Trent Williams' comeback from a life-threatening sarcoma on his scalp, was released in December 2021.
September 1, 2022: Induction into Washington's Greatest Players
On September 1, 2022, Trent Williams received a significant honor when he was inducted into Washington's Greatest Players list, a testament to his legacy with the franchise.
2022: Named to Pro Bowl and Earns All-Pro Honors
In 2022, Trent Williams was named to his tenth Pro Bowl and earned first-team All-Pro honors for the second consecutive year.
2022: Earns Pro Bowl and All-Pro Honors
Trent Williams was selected for the Pro Bowl and named a first-team All-Pro for the 2021 NFL season.
January 29, 2023: Ejected from NFC Championship Game
On January 29, 2023, during the NFC Championship game, Trent Williams was ejected for unsportsmanlike conduct after getting into a physical altercation with Philadelphia Eagles safety K'Von Wallace.
2023: Reaches First Super Bowl
In the 2023 season, Trent Williams and the San Franscisco 49ers reached Super Bowl [Roman numeral], where they lost to the Kansas City Chiefs.