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49ers DE Mykel Williams Excited to Get Back on the Field for 1st Time Since Knee Surgery
Mykel Williams says he is ready to return after missing most of his rookie season, and the 49ers may activate him from the PUP list.
- San Francisco defensive end Mykel Williams is expected to return from an ACL injury for Sunday's matchup against the Seattle Seahawks after spending time on the PUP list.
- Selected 11th in the 2025 NFL Draft, Williams recorded 20 tackles and one sack before an injury ended his rookie season early.
- During his rehabilitation, Williams became leaner to increase his quickness. "It's been like damn near a year since I played, so I just want to get back on the field," he said.
- With star Nick Bosa sidelined early this season, The Niners' pass rush has struggled; San Francisco has tallied just six sacks, tied for the sixth-fewest in the league.
- Williams hopes to prove his improvement against the defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, stating, "You gonna see Sunday" regarding his increased quickness.
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