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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 19
1 Perfect Safety Target for the 49ers in Every Round of the NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers may want to take a safety in the 2026 NFL draft. If they were going to take one strong option with each of their six picks in this draft, who are the best players for them to end up with?
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 19
49ers Draft Profile: Edge Rushers by Round
Edge, the 49ers' perennial need. They are positioned well for an edge at 27, trading back, or with pick 58 in the second round. What they can’t afford is to wait on edge until they pick in the late 4th; by then the talent is gone.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 19
49ers warned to avoid one edge rusher in 2026 NFL Draft
There's a strong possibility the San Francisco 49ers will target a pass rusher when they're on the clock at No. 27 overall. The team totaled just 20 sacks last season—the fewest in the NFL.
The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz
The AP has awarded its Defensive Player of the Year Award to the NFL's most outstanding defender since 1971. How many of the NFL DPOYs can you name in six minutes?
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 19
49ers 7-Round Mock Draft: A Complete Blueprint for Winning a Super Bowl
Now that we are into draft week, it is time for the final 7-round mock draft of the season. We have all of the information needed, and now it is time to see who the 49ers take.
First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?
Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 19
5 Best Fits at Linebacker for the 49ers in the 2026 NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers are unlikely to draft a linebacker in the 2026 NFL draft. However, if they did, these are the most likely options and best fits for them.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 19
49ers mock draft roundup: Experts split on No. 27 overall pick
The 2026 NFL Draft is just days away, and final mock drafts are rolling in as analysts attempt to predict how teams like the San Francisco 49ers will address key roster needs.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 19
49ers at Pick 27: Safe O-Line Fix or Bold Franchise-Altering Swing?
The San Francisco 49ers don't have a skill-position problem. They have a protection problem. Honestly, picking 27th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft might be less about selecting the best available player and more about addressing the 49ers' protection issues that could threaten future success.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 19
The 5 Best Edge-Rusher Fits for the 49ers in the 2026 NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers are going to need to draft an edge rusher in the 2026 NFL draft. While they typically like big, run-defending edge rushers, they need to replace Bryce Huff, who was a shift in what they usually like.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 19
One Surprising Position the 49ers Might Pass on in Round 1
The San Francisco 49ers are widely expected to address the edge rusher position at some point in the 2026 NFL Draft. While many projections have them targeting the position in the first round, there is a strong case that their best approach could be waiting until the second round.
Mike Evans News / Football Analysis / April 19
Mike Evans Leaves $14.3M ‘Never About Money’ Deal To Chase What Tampa Couldn’t Give Him
Mike Evans walked away from Tampa Bay after 12 seasons, 866 receptions, 13,052 yards, and 108 touchdowns. He signed a three-year deal worth about $42.5 million with the San Francisco 49ers on March 12, 2026, and the most accomplished receiver on the free agent market didn’t chase the richest offer.
2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact
NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
Why the 49ers are Fortunate They Don't Have a Third-Round Pick
The San Francisco 49ers only have six picks in the upcoming NFL Draft. A first, a second, and four fourth-round picks is all they’ve got left. They traded their third to the Dallas Cowboys for Osa Odighizuwa, which, to be fair, was a good move.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
5 Edge Rushers the 49ers Must Avoid in the 2026 NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers are expected to draft an edge rusher at some point in the 2026 NFL draft. While there are plenty of options to choose from, some options would end up being disappointing picks for San Francisco.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
5 Current 49ers Players Who Could Lose Their Jobs on Draft Night
Draft weekend can be a happy weekend for so many, but it can be tough for others as well. While new prospects are earning new jobs, there were players in those spots already, and they are likely to lose their chance at playing.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
4 Prospects the 49ers Cannot Pass Up if They Fall in the NFL Draft
The San Francisco 49ers could go in several different directions in the 2026 NFL Draft, but most expectations point toward offensive line, wide receiver, edge rusher, or safety in the first round.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 18
Can the players the 49ers brought in for 30-visits tell us anything about who they might draft?
The players who are reportedly meeting with the San Francisco 49ers for a Top-30 visit have been revealed. But can those visits tell us anything about who the 49ers might draft?
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 18
NFL insider believes 49ers could move up in NFL draft to address 'anemic pass rush'
Twenty sacks. That's the total number of times the San Francisco 49ers brought down opposing quarterbacks in 2025. And that was good for last in the NFL.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 18
49ers Draft Profile: Wide Receivers by Round
After signing Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, it wouldn’t appear that the 49ers need to pick a wide receiver in the first round of the upcoming draft. But this is Kyle Shanahan’s team, and the history speaks for itself.
NFL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 18
Big Hype Prospects: Suvanto, Dagenais, Willis, Tomek
Pre-tournament action has kicked off at the IIHF U18 Men’s World Championship. This year will be a tournament to watch, with standout draft talent spread across a big group of contenders.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 18
49ers Draft Debate: Which EDGE at Pick 27 Makes the Most Sense?
If there's one thing we've learned about the San Francisco 49ers over the years, it's this: you can never have too many pass rushers. As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, that conversation is back and louder than ever.
San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 17
Two Position Groups the 49ers Don’t Need to Target in the Draft
The San Francisco 49ers made several notable moves in free agency, strengthening key parts of the roster on both sides of the ball. The shopping list was extensive, and the 49ers have addressed a large portion of their needs.
George Kittle News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 17
49ers' George Kittle Shares Positive News on his Achilles Recovery
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has issued a new update on his Achilles injury. The 32-year-old suffered the worst injury of his career in the wild-card round against the Philadelphia Eagles, going down with an Achilles tear that ended his season and began an intense recovery period.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 16
Mike Evans expands on leaving Buccaneers for 49ers in free agency
After spending the first 12 seasons of his NFL career with the Buccaneers, veteran wide receiver Mike Evans left the club to sign a three-year contract with the 49ers.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 15
Christian McCaffrey had emotional reaction to Mike Evans leaving Buccaneers for 49ers
After playing only for the Buccaneers from the 2014 NFL Draft through this past season, Evans signed a three-year contract to join the 49ers early in free agency.
Trent Williams News / Yardbarker / April 13
49ers reportedly make big move amid Trent Williams contract dispute
The San Francisco 49ers and star left tackle Trent Williams have spent the offseason involved in a contract dispute.
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