The 49ers are starting to get serious about the trenches as pre-draft visits heat up. San Francisco has brought in several defensive line prospects, including Walter Nolen and Mykel Williams—two high-upside players who could bring some long-term stability to the D-line rotation. While Nolen may be a bit undersized for the position, and Williams’ 2024 production dipped due to an ankle injury, both bring tools that fit well in Kris Kocurek’s system.
Also in town: Tennessee’s Omarr Norman-Lott, a quick and explosive interior lineman who could develop into a solid rotational piece. The 49ers clearly have D-line reinforcements on their radar.
On the offensive side, Christian McCaffrey is reportedly healthy, but that isn’t stopping Kyle Shanahan from eyeing another running back in the draft. With Jordan Mason traded and Elijah Mitchell off to Kansas City, FOX Sports linked Arizona State’s Xazavian Valladay as a possible fit—especially since he could contribute immediately on special teams and grow under McCaffrey’s mentorship.
San Francisco’s draft board is shaping up with a focus on depth, durability, and long-term value—especially in areas where injuries have tested the roster in recent years.
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