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Redskins: Why bringing back Trent Williams is the best option in 2020

By Ian Cummings

LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 20: Defensive back Tanard Jackson #36 of the Washington Redskins, nose tackle Chris Baker #92 of the Washington Redskins, inside linebacker Will Compton #51 of the Washington Redskins, and tackle Trent Williams #71 of the Washington Redskins prepare to run onto the field prior to the start of a game against the St. Louis Rams at FedExField on September 20, 2015 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Matt Hazlett/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD - SEPTEMBER 20: Defensive back Tanard Jackson #36 of the Washington Redskins, nose tackle Chris Baker #92 of the Washington Redskins, inside linebacker Will Compton #51 of the Washington Redskins, and tackle Trent Williams #71 of the Washington Redskins prepare to run onto the field prior to the start of a game against the St. Louis Rams at FedExField on September 20, 2015 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Matt Hazlett/Getty Images) /
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LANDOVER, MD – OCTOBER 04: Trent Williams #71 of the Washington Redskins celebrates after beating the Philadelphia Eagles 23-20 at FedExField on October 4, 2015 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Evan Habeeb/Getty Images)
LANDOVER, MD – OCTOBER 04: Trent Williams #71 of the Washington Redskins celebrates after beating the Philadelphia Eagles 23-20 at FedExField on October 4, 2015 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Evan Habeeb/Getty Images) /

No. 1 – Trent Williams might still have a couple years left in the tank

Williams’ age is a concern, as the veteran will turn 32 years old this coming offseason. But all things considered, he’s not quite at the top of the spectrum in that category, and he might still have a couple years left in the tank.

Heading into 2020, Williams is currently younger than offensive tackles Andrew Whitworth, Duane Brown, Joe Staley, Russell Okung, and Jason Peters. Three of those five are likely to be starters in 2020: Whitworth, who is 38, Brown, who is 34, and Staley, who is 35. All but Okung carried their peak play into their mid-thirties, and there’s little reason to think Williams can’t do the same.

Yes, Williams has a notable injury history at this point in his career, but he’s been sitting, resting, and keeping himself in shape for almost a year and a half now. He’s bound to be healthy entering the 2020 season, and a healthy Trent Williams is a better short-term tackle option than anything the Redskins can get in the offseason.

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Washington would still be able to look to the future while keeping Williams as well. The deep 2020 tackle class provides ample opportunity for developmental additions from Round 3 to Round 7, and giving Williams and the new offensive line coach a toolsy prospect to develop would be a nice move in tandem with Williams’ retainment.

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