San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams, now in his 15th NFL season, remains uncertain about how much longer he’ll continue his career.
However, he did make it crystal clear that he doesn’t plan on stepping away from the game he loves anytime soon.
In an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, Williams shared his perspective on his future, stating, “I don’t think I’m going to put an expiration date on it.
“I think I’m going to just enjoy this process, enjoy the ability to wake up and live a dream, enjoy the ability to get out and play this child’s game for king’s ransom. I don’t want to think about the end. I just want to enjoy every minute of it.”
Williams, widely regarded as the NFL’s premier left tackle, is coming off his third consecutive All-Pro season and has earned an impressive 11 Pro Bowl selections.
His career accomplishments already put him in line for a sure first-ballot Hall of Fame induction after his eventual retirement.
However, exactly when that retirement will come remains unclear – even to Williams.
“I might look up, we might be five years down the line,” Williams said. “I might look up, it could be two years down the line. But, at this point, I don’t even see the reason in looking towards the end.
“I’m 15 years in, and I know I don’t have another 10 left, but I’m definitely not going to put a cap on it.”
As long as he remains at the top of his game, Williams sees absolutely no reason to walk away.
“I’m from Texas, born and raised – Longview, Texas,” Williams said. “I’m groomed to play football. I’ve been playing football since the second grade. It’s pretty much all I know. And I’m just chasing that perfection. I just want to be the perfect player.
“I just want to be the best offensive lineman to ever play the game. That fire is just still burning inside. So, as long as it’s burning, I’m going to be playing.”
Williams’ passion for the game, combined with his elite performance on the field, suggests that fans will see him in a 49ers jersey for a while longer – and that’s bad news for everyone outside of northern California.
What are your thoughts on Williams’ comments? … Whenever he finally does retire, will he go down as the greatest left tackle in NFL history???
