Lynch and Shanahan have executed draft plan through three rounds
John Lynch has said he wants to add dynamic, game-changing players. He has accomplished that goal through the first three rounds.
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49ers add two dynamic defensive players in Round 3
Lynch and Shanahan improved their defense’s athleticism on Day 2 of the draft.
Dante Pettis admits surprise when 49ers drafted him in second round
The Washington product had nine career punt returns, the most in NCAA history.
Lynch and Shanahan considering all the right things with McGlinchey pick
The 49ers brass is valuing character more than ever. If character comes in the form of a 6-foot-8, 309-pounder, that’s just a bonus.
49ers bolster offensive line, draft Notre Dame’s Mike McGlinchey in first round
Protecting Jimmy Garoppolo is a major priority.
KNBR Draft Profile: Meet Harold Landry, a dynamic edge rusher who could fill void with 49ers at No. 9 overall pick
The 49ers are looking for edge rushers, one of their biggest holes. Enter Landry.
KNBR NFL Draft Profile: Meet Roquan Smith, the prototypical modern-day NFL linebacker who could go to 49ers at No. 9 overall
The Georgia product was the top linebacker in college football last season.
KNBR NFL Draft Profile: Meet Minkah Fitzpatrick, the battle-tested, generational defensive back prospect whom 49ers could select at No. 9 overall
Minkah Fitzpatrick has emerged from exhausting circumstances as a future NFL standout.
John Lynch breaks down ‘deep’ draft and different scenarios at No. 9 overall
“I think we do this well,” John Lynch said. “And I think the collaboration we use, to everyone coming together, is a place where we can outdistance our competition.”
Meet Quenton Nelson, a Pro Bowl-caliber talent who could be San Francisco’s pick at No. 9 overall
The former Notre Dame standout is widely viewed as one of the top guard prospects in recent years. Among the positions the 49ers are expected to address is guard, potentially drafting Nelson with the No. 9 overall selection.