Ian Williams likely out Week 1 for 49ers

Ian Williams’ availability for the San Francisco 49ers this season has been in question since he underwent multiple left ankle surgeries and failed a physical. It is appearing increasingly unlikely he will be available for at least Week 1 this fall.

Defensive tackle Ian Williams is an important, if not critical, piece of a San Francisco 49ers front seven that struggled last season. Williams had 45 tackles last season and brings veteran leadership to a very young team — and an incredibly young defensive line.

Williams’ five year contract, signed in March, became a one-year deal after Williams failed a physical later in the spring. Williams has undergone multiple left ankle surgeries and is…