49ers’ four-round mock draft: The Deebo void is filled
Niners Nation • • sports
Key Points:
- The San Francisco 49ers hold the 27th overall pick in the first round of the NFL Draft and may consider trading down to acquire more selections, potentially delaying their first pick announcement until Friday.
- The team's first-round choice is expected to focus on either a wide receiver or defensive lineman, or possibly an offensive lineman, marking a potential shift from their usual draft strategy.
- A mock draft projects the 49ers selecting WR Omar Cooper from Indiana at 27th overall, praising his route-running, explosiveness, and potential to fill the void left by Deebo Samuel.
- In the second round, edge rusher Dani Dennis-Sutton from Penn State is highlighted as a strong value pick with impressive pass-rushing skills and room for growth, though not previously linked to the 49ers.
- Later round picks include DT Chris McClellan (Missouri) for interior pass rush, TE Jack Endries (Texas) as a potential heir to George Kittle, CB Charles Demmings (Stephen F. Austin) for depth and special teams, and T J.C. Davis (Illinois) as a developmental left tackle prospect.
