Adam Schefter dropped the bomb Sunday: Trent Williams, the future Hall of Famer, is suiting up for the San Francisco 49ers’ massive Week 10 clash against the Dallas Cowboys, despite a shoulder injury. This is a game San Francisco is totally expecting to win comfortably, and this news just makes that goal a whole lot easier for them.
The “Questionable” Tag That Had Everyone Sweating
Williams was listed as questionable, having picked up that shoulder injury in Thursday’s practice. Talk about a gut punch for a minute there, right? Even if we all kind of expected him to push through, that “questionable” tag had to make some folks in Santa Clara sweat. His potential absence loomed large, a possible equalizer against a Cowboys team the Niners are trying to put away. Imagine Brock Purdy trying to run that offense without one of its most critical pieces? Vederian Lowe is the backup, but come on, nobody wants to rely on that when you’re gunning for an 8-1 record, which is exactly what the 49ers are trying to do, improving on their NFL-best start.
A Profitable Afternoon for the 49ers Attack?
This ain’t just good news, it’s a game-changer. The 49ers’ offensive line has been one of the best in football through the opening nine weeks of the season. Take Williams out of that lineup, though, and suddenly even a “talented” Cowboys defensive line looks like it could cause some serious trouble. But with him in, the 49er attack is expected to enjoy a very profitable afternoon. Why? Because the Dallas defense entered Week 10 ranked a dismal 31st in the NFL by EPA per play. Let that sink in. A top-tier offensive line, with its future Hall of Famer at left tackle, going up against *that* kind of defense? Yeah, the 49ers are licking their chops.
Williams’ shoulder injury will absolutely be something to keep a close eye on during the game, but for now, the 49er faithful can breathe a huge sigh of relief. They’re gunning for an 8-1 record. Let’s see if Williams helps them make good on that expected comfortable win.
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Originally reported by Niners Nation.
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