The 49ers’ win total in Las Vegas (but let’s be honest, it’s really just on your phone) is 10.5. That’s a clear expectation from bookies and the marketplace that the Niners are expected to be a playoff team this year. But even head coach Kyle Shanahan is pumping the brakes a bit.

Superstar left tackle Trent Williams didn’t participate in either of the 49ers’ joint practices this season, but there is methodical reason for his absence. Williams missed San Francisco’s practice with the Denver Broncos last week,