49ers Shake Things Up! Secret Plan to Replace Trent Williams Revealed?
49ers Make Bold Draft-Day Move? Shocking Trade-Up for Trent Williams’ Successor!
Could the San Francisco 49ers be preparing for life after Trent Williams?
In a recent With the First Pick podcast mock draft, analysts Ryan Wilson and Mike Renner envisioned a scenario that would shake up the first round. When the No. 9 overall pick rolled around, Renner didn’t hesitate—he projected the 49ers to trade up with the New Orleans Saints to secure Texas offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr., a potential heir to the legendary Trent Williams.
Jumping the Bears for an OT?
“I think everyone’s going to want to jump the Bears for an OT if you want one,” Renner explained. “… Trent Williams is getting up there, man. I know he’s ageless, but he’s getting up there. They need any help they can get along their offensive line.”
Banks became the second offensive lineman off the board, following LSU’s Will Campbell (selected by the New England Patriots at No. 4). This trade also marked the third major first-round deal, hinting that chaos could be brewing on draft day.
Why Banks? The Perfect Fit for San Francisco
At 6-foot-4, 320 pounds, Banks has the ideal frame and talent to step into a role protecting Brock Purdy for years to come. Over the past three seasons at Texas, he’s played exclusively at left tackle, drawing comparisons to Williams due to his strength, agility, and technical prowess.
His 2024 season was nothing short of dominant:
- Pass-blocking grade: 89.9 (4th among all collegiate OTs)
- Total snaps: 935 (538 in pass protection)
- Sacks allowed: 1
- Total pressures allowed: 10
- Run-blocking grade: 81.0
- Overall PFF grade: 86.0
With Williams turning 37 at the start of the 2025 season, the 49ers can’t afford to wait for his replacement. If San Francisco is serious about maintaining an elite offensive line, this move could be a game-changer.
Draft-Day Fireworks Incoming?
The 49ers rarely sit back and wait when they see a player they love. If they pull the trigger on this blockbuster trade, it could reshape their future—and possibly shake up the entire first round.
Would San Francisco actually trade up for Trent Williams’ successor? Don’t rule it out.
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