Staley announced via his personal Instagram account Saturday that he is retiring from the NFL.

EDGE Analysis

The 35-year-old first informed the 49ers of the decision, allowing them to acquire Trent Williams from the Redskins to serve as his replacement at left tackle. Staley was limited to seven games during the 2019 season, but he started 181 regular-season contests since being drafted in the first round by San Francisco in 2007.

Staley (thumb) is still deliberating whether or not he wants to return for his 14th professional season, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

It sure seems as if the 49ers know something regarding the status of their long-time veteran, as the team traded for former Redskins left tackle Trent Williams on Saturday for a fifth-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft as well as a third-round pick next season. While Staley's contract does run through the 2021 campaign, he turns 36 years old in August.

General manager John Lynch is optimistic Staley (thumb) will play another season for the 49ers, Eric Branch of The San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staley continues to play at a high level, but he missed a career-high nine games in 2019, dealing with injuries to his pectoral, lower leg, finger and thumb. He'll turn 36 in August, but the 49ers are cautiously optimistic he'll stick around for at least one more season. Staley's contract runs through 2021.

Staley said he injured his thumb during Sunday's 31-20 Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs and required four stitches, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staley was forced to leave Sunday's game early in the second half, but he managed to retake the field during the fourth quarter. The 35-year-old tackle's injury shouldn't impact his availability for OTAs or training camp.

Staley (hand) has retaken the field for Sunday's Super Bowl against Kansas City, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staley was forced off the field in the third quarter due to a hand injury, but he's managed to return to game-action. The stalwart left tackle's presence will provide a notable boost for the 49ers' offensive line.

Staley is questionable to return to Sunday's Super Bowl against the Chiefs due to a hand injury, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staley left the field midway through the third quarter. As long as the All-Pro is unable to take the field, Justin Skule will slot in at left tackle for the 49ers.

Staley (finger) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staley has missed two straight games due to a dislocated finger, but he now looks set to retake the reins as San Francisco's starting left tackle. The All-Pro's presence will be a huge boost for the 49ers' offensive line.

Staley (finger) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints.

EDGE Analysis

Staley practiced on a limited basis throughout the week, which is a slight increase in activity from Week 13. If the 35-year-old is forced to miss a third-straight game, Daniel Brunskill will continue to see time.

Staley (finger) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staley underwent surgery Nov. 13 to address a dislocated finger and hasn't returned since. He was able to practice on a limited basis late in the week, however, meaning his return could be coming soon. In Staley's stead, Daniel Brunskill will take the reins as the team's starting left tackle.

Staley (finger) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Ravens.

EDGE Analysis

Staley sat out Wednesday before returning on a limited basis for the final two practices of the week. The 35-year-old would be playing in just his fourth game of the 2019 season if he is able to go Sunday.