Mykel Williams Earns PFF Grade Of 50.4 In Season Debut

San Francisco 49ers edge rusher Mykel Williams returned to action in his first game since tearing an ACL last season, though he received a modest performance evaluation from analysts. Playing just 23 defensive snaps and two special teams plays against the Seattle Seahawks, Williams recorded only one pressure while finishing with a Pro Football Focus pass-rush grade of 50.4, which was the lowest among all Niners defenders that day. While head coach Kyle Shanahan praised his first step and lack of negative plays during this debut, the numbers reflect an ongoing trend from last season where he recorded just one sack in nine games prior to injury. Williams entered Week 5 as active but did not contribute significantly given expectations for a high draft pick who was projected to handle significant pass-rushing duties alongside Nick Bosa.