The San Francisco 49ers made a significant move in the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting Mykel Williams from the Georgia Bulldogs to bolster their defensive line alongside superstar Nick Bosa. Williams, a two-time All-SEC performer, was a dominant force in college, accumulating 14 sacks and 23 tackles for loss over three seasons. This physical pass rusher, standing at 6-foot-5 and weighing 265 pounds, is expected to make an instant impact against the run while developing his pass-rushing skills.

Having struggled to find a consistent partner for Bosa, the 49ers believe Williams will fill that void effectively. Historically, the team has rotated players like Leonard Floyd and Clelin Ferrell on the opposite end, but Williams offers a new dynamic to the edge rushing game. With the addition of this promising talent, the 49ers aim to transform their pass-rush and improve their defense, which allowed an average of 124.5 rushing yards per game last season.