49ers exploring trade-down options from No. 33 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Stan Szeto-Imagn Images

49ers exploring trade-down options from No. 33 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

Originally posted on 49ers Webzone | By David Bonilla | Last updated Apr 24, 2026 11:39 AM ET

The San Francisco 49ers entered the 2026 NFL Draft with six selections but reshaped their board on Thursday night. After executing two trades—one with the Miami Dolphins and another with the New York Jets—the 49ers moved out of the first round and into the No. 33 overall pick.

The deals increased San Francisco's total draft capital from six picks to seven, including newly acquired selections in the third and fifth rounds—areas where the team previously had no picks.

Now holding the first selection of Day 2, the 49ers are in a prime position. However, they may not be done dealing.

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, San Francisco remains "very open" to trading down again in an effort to accumulate additional draft capital. Schultz reports that the team has already received interest from multiple clubs regarding the No. 33 pick.

Sources: The #49ers are considered "very open" to moving back and continuing to acquire draft capital at No. 33. They're targeting several players and don't necessarily need to pick at 33 to land one of them. https://t.co/eGjc2aKEPr— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) April 24, 2026

Speaking to reporters after Round 1, general manager John Lynch stated that the 49ers have a strong sense of who they might select at No. 33, but made it clear the door remains open for another move.

"We've got a good idea of some names," Lynch said. "We're always open for business. I think that would be foolish not to listen, and so we will do that. But we have a good idea of where we're going, and looking forward to that."

Updated 49ers picks in the 2026 NFL Draft: