History of Trent Williams in Timeline

Trent Williams is a highly acclaimed American football offensive tackle currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers. Drafted fourth overall by the Washington Redskins in 2010 after a successful college career at Oklahoma, where he earned All-American honors, Williams has established himself as one of the best in his position. His career is highlighted by eleven Pro Bowl selections and four All-Pro team selections, solidifying his reputation as an elite player and one of the greatest offensive tackles of all time.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Challenges & Struggles

July 19, 1988: Trent Williams Born

On July 19, 1988, Trent Williams, the future NFL offensive tackle, was born.

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2005: High School Football Season

In 2005, during his senior year at Longview High School, Trent Williams was a unanimous first-team all-district selection, and his team entered the UIL playoffs with a 10-0 record.

October 2006: Became Starting Right Tackle

In late October 2006, Trent Williams became the starting right tackle for the Oklahoma Sooners after an injury to Branndon Braxton.

2006: Teammates with Adrian Peterson

In 2006, Trent Williams and Adrian Peterson were teammates at the University of Oklahoma.

2008: Started All Games as a Junior

In 2008, Trent Williams started all 14 games as a junior, playing both left and right tackle, and was part of an elite offensive line that allowed only 11 sacks.

2009: Named All-American

In 2009, Trent Williams was named an All-American by the American Football Coaches Association after leading Oklahoma with 102 knockdown blocks.

2009: Played for Oklahoma Sooners

Trent Williams played for the Oklahoma Sooners football team until 2009.

July 30, 2010: Signed with Washington Redskins

On July 30, 2010, Trent Williams agreed to a six-year, US$60 million contract with the Washington Redskins.

2010: Introduced as "Silverback"

At the 2010 NFL Draft, Trent Williams was introduced by league commissioner Roger Goodell with the moniker "Silverback".

2010: Considered Top Offensive Tackle Prospect

In 2010, Trent Williams was considered one of the best offensive tackles available in the NFL draft.

2010: Drafted by Washington Redskins

In 2010, Trent Williams was drafted fourth overall by the Washington Redskins in the NFL draft, launching his professional career.

2011: Suspended for Drug Tests

In 2011, Trent Williams was suspended for four games after failing several drug tests.

2012: Pro Bowl Selection

In 2012, Trent Williams had his best performance and was selected for the 2013 Pro Bowl.

January 6, 2013: Fined for Striking Richard Sherman

On January 6, 2013, after the Redskins' playoff loss, Trent Williams was fined for striking Richard Sherman.

2013: Accusation Against Umpire

During the 2013 season, Trent Williams accused umpire Roy Ellison of swearing at him during a game, leading to Ellison's suspension.

2014: Pro Bowl Selection

In 2014, Trent Williams was chosen as the Redskins' only player on the Pro Bowl team.

August 29, 2015: Contract Extension with Redskins

On August 29, 2015, Trent Williams agreed to a five-year, $66 million contract extension with the Washington Redskins.

November 1, 2016: Suspended for Substance Abuse

On November 1, 2016, Trent Williams was suspended four games for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.

December 22, 2017: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 22, 2017, Trent Williams was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury.

April 2019: Cancer Diagnosis and Surgery

In April 2019, Trent Williams had a surgical procedure to remove a cancerous growth from his head.

July 27, 2019: Placed on Reserve List

On July 27, 2019, the Redskins placed Trent Williams on the team's reserve list.

October 30, 2019: Reinstated by Redskins

On October 30, 2019, Trent Williams was reinstated by the Redskins after failing to be traded before the deadline.

2019: Contractual Dispute and Health Issues

In 2019, Trent Williams held out with the Redskins due to contractual and personal grievances related to a cancerous growth on his head.

March 2020: Granted Permission to Seek Trade

In March 2020, Trent Williams and his agent were granted permission to seek a trade to another team.

April 25, 2020: Traded to the 49ers

On April 25, 2020, Trent Williams was traded to the San Francisco 49ers.

November 4, 2020: Placed on Reserve/COVID-19 List

On November 4, 2020, Trent Williams was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list by the 49ers.

2020: Traded to the 49ers

In 2020, Trent Williams was traded to the San Francisco 49ers after his standoff with the Redskins.

January 1, 2021: Placed on Injured Reserve

On January 1, 2021, Trent Williams was placed on injured reserve due to an elbow injury.

March 23, 2021: Signed Contract Extension with 49ers

On March 23, 2021, Trent Williams signed a six-year, $138.06 million contract extension with the 49ers, becoming the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL.

December 2021: Silverback Documentary Debuted

In December 2021, a documentary called Silverback, about Trent Williams' comeback from sarcoma, debuted.

September 1, 2022: Inducted into Washington's Greatest Players List

On September 1, 2022, Trent Williams was inducted into Washington's Greatest Players list.

2022: Made the Pro Bowl

During the 2022 season, Trent Williams made the Pro Bowl for the tenth time.

2022: Ranked 14th on NFL Top 100

In 2022, Trent Williams was ranked 14th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

January 29, 2023: Ejected from NFC Championship

On January 29, 2023, Trent Williams was ejected during the NFC Championship for slamming Philadelphia Eagles safety K'Von Wallace.

2023: Reached First Super Bowl

In 2023, Trent Williams reached his first Super Bowl, which the 49ers lost to the Kansas City Chiefs.

September 3, 2024: Finalized New Deal with 49ers

On September 3, 2024, Trent Williams finalized a new three-year, $82.66 million deal with the 49ers.

November 2024: Loss of Son

In November 2024, Trent Williams and his wife Sondra announced the loss of their stillborn son and the earlier loss of the son's twin during pregnancy.