Trent Williams on 49ers' North Stars and Kyle Shanahan's Un-politics

Trent Williams' Experience

Trent Williams, 38, is in his 16th NFL season and seventh with the 49ers.

49ers' Playoff Hopes

The 49ers sit at 7-1 with NFC West rivals looking weak, but Super Bowl hopes remain uncertain.

Williams' Caution

Williams says the season is too early to declare the 49ers' Super Bowl chances.

“Ain’t even halfway there yet”

North Stars Concept

Williams describes the 49ers as having North Stars to lead the team.

“All our young, super talented guys that we have, pretty much every position room has a North Star”

Kyle Shanahan's Un-politics

Shanahan's un-politics keep the locker room authentic and focused on football.

“Kyle who rarely ever cares about the politics and rarely ever cares about what people say outside the building”

Trade Additions

The 49ers added DeForest Buckner and Keenan Allen via trade in the last two weeks.

Brock Purdy's Growth

Brock Purdy, 26, is improving as a quarterback with confidence from the team.

“Generally, when you got guys who really love the game and really put their all into it, they usually continue to get better”

Colton McKivitz's Rise

Colton McKivitz, a former fifth-round pick, is playing better as a right tackle.

“He’s playing amazing”

Brandon Aiyuk's Situation

Williams feels sad for Brandon Aiyuk who can't play due to team issues.

“I feel a little sad for him that he’s not able to go out there every Sunday”

Williams' Confidence

Williams says he's still as good as he needs to be after training.

“When I get into camp, that’s when I’m judging myself to know, like, all right, did I take a step back?”

Nick Bosa's Impact

Nick Bosa helps Williams with game understanding and trust.

“Having him is like a f, ing ace in the hole because we’re able to articulate to each other”

49ers' Leadership

The 49ers have veteran leadership and young talent to win the Super Bowl.

“I think it’s a beautiful structure to the locker room”

Super Bowl Hopes

Williams hopes the 49ers win the Super Bowl but says it's too early to tell.

“I would hope [this is a championship season], but it’s too early to tell”

Shanahan's Leadership

Shanahan's leadership keeps the 49ers focused on football without politics.

“So whatever you see Kyle doing is because that’s what he thinks is best”

49ers' Future

The 49ers have a strong chance at winning the Super Bowl this season.

“I think one of the more talented teams that I’ve been on and I think one of the more composed teams too”