TRENT WILLIAMS STUNS NFL: REJECTS $475M DEAL FROM PHILADELPHIA EAGLES — “MY LOYALTY LIES WITH SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS”
May 12, 2025 | San Francisco, CA
In one of the most jaw-dropping offseason moments in NFL history, San Francisco 49ers superstar left tackle Trent Williams has rejected a staggering $475 million offer from the Philadelphia Eagles — a move that sent shockwaves through league circles and left fans in awe.
The offer, reportedly a five-year fully guaranteed contract that would have made him the highest-paid offensive lineman — and one of the highest-paid players — in NFL history,
was flatly turned down by Williams in favor of what he called “unwavering loyalty” to his team, the San Francisco 49ers.
“I’ve built a legacy here, and I’m not walking away from that for any amount of money,” Williams told reporters Monday morning. “My loyalty lies with San Francisco. I came here to win, to protect my brothers, and to finish what we started. Period.”
A Monumental Offer Rejected
According to sources close to the situation, the Philadelphia Eagles front office made the offer late last week in a bold bid to land the future Hall of Famer.
The deal would have given the 36-year-old a record-breaking $95 million per year, including performance incentives and off-field media bonuses — an unprecedented sum for an offensive lineman.
Yet, despite the financial enormity, Williams didn’t hesitate.
“I’m chasing rings, not checks,” he said. “And I believe that mission is best fulfilled right here, in red and gold.
Legacy over Luxury
Williams, a 12-time Pro Bowler, is widely regarded as the best left tackle of his generation. Since joining the 49ers in 2020, he’s anchored a dominant offensive line and has been instrumental in San Francisco’s recent Super Bowl run and continued NFC dominance.
NFL analysts were quick to react.
“This is unheard of,” said ESPN’s Mina Kimes. “A player turning down nearly half a billion dollars shows just how deep his bond with the 49ers organization really is. It’s more than football — it’s about identity.
Former teammate and 49ers legend Joe Staley also chimed in:
“This is why Trent is a legend. Loyalty, grit, and team-first mentality. He’s not chasing dollars — he’s building something eternal.”
Inside the 49ers Locker Room
News of the offer — and Williams’ decision to reject it — lit up the 49ers locker room.
Quarterback Brock Purdy, who often refers to Williams as “my bodyguard and brother,” posted on social media:
“This man just turned down generational money to run it back with us. That’s love. That’s leadership. Let’s get that ring for Trent.
Star linebacker Fred Warner echoed the sentiment:
“You can’t buy loyalty. Trent just proved that. He’s a Niner through and through.”