49ers mock draft round up: What if the Niners ignore a ‘need’ in the 1st round?
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Key Points:
- The San Francisco 49ers are widely expected to focus their first two draft picks on wide receiver and edge rusher positions, but recent analysis suggests potential surprises in their choices.
- Yahoo Sports highlights defensive lineman Woods as a possible late first-round pick for the 49ers, praising his run defense and hand usage despite being undersized.
- ESPN and CBS Sports propose offensive linemen Caleb Lomu and Blake Miller respectively, noting the team's need to plan for Trent Williams' eventual replacement given his age and contract uncertainties.
- Fox Sports suggests edge rusher Howell from Texas A&M as a fit for the 49ers, though concerns remain about his explosiveness translating into consistent pass-rushing power.
- CBS also mentions tight end Kenyon Sadiq from Oregon as a potential pick, emphasizing his athleticism and fit alongside George Kittle to add a vertical threat in the passing game.
