Mykel Williams credits Malik Mustapha for defensive effort

Mustapha had 76 tackles in 12 games in 2025

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

"You repeatedly do something, that's who you are." 💪 Mykel Williams on Malik Mustapha and the defensive effort during o Via @49ers on X

What happened: Mykel Williams praised Malik Mustapha while discussing the defensive effort after the game. "You repeatedly do something, that's who you are," Williams said.

Why it matters: Mustapha, a 2024 fourth-round pick out of Wake Forest, has become a regular in the secondary rotation. Mykel Williams, the 11th overall pick in 2025 out of Georgia, is establishing a voice on the defensive line.

By the numbers: In 2025, Mustapha recorded 76 tackles and 1 interception across 12 games. Williams recorded 20 tackles and 1 sack across 9 games in 2025.

What to watch: Watch whether the defensive rotation continues to lean on both young contributors in coming weeks.

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