John Lynch Hopes Trent Williams’ Legacy Reaches 49ers Rafters

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John Lynch Hopes Trent Williams’ Legacy Reaches 49ers Rafters

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch said he hopes Trent Williams will have his “name and number up in those rafters” after signing a two-year, $50 million extension. Lynch praised Williams’ impact, calling him vital to the team’s culture, while the deal provides stability at left tackle and eases immediate draft pressure.

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John Lynch: 49ers ‘Need to Get Better’ at Pass Rush

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LSU WR Zavion Thomas: Saints Fan Grandpa Would ‘Jump Through the TV’ if Drafted

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