Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com: OT Rashawn Slater, Northwestern
“We will see what happens to Trent Williams at the free agency, but even if the Niners manage to hire him again, Slater could easily come in to protect himself.”
Todd McShay, ESPN: S Trevon Moehrig, TCU
- TRADE: Chicago Bears pick # 20, # 52 and a 2022 first or second round pick for pick # 12 of the 49ers.
“Remember that we made the Niners trade back here. The Garoppolo decision is important to the Niners draft plan, and what happens there may not only prevent San Francisco from trading down, but it may even even influence a trade above in the Top 10. For now, however, we will focus on a secondary loss of many parts. Security Jimmie Ward is currently the team’s only defensive back under contract after next season. The 49ers may look at cornerbacks Jaycee Horn (South Carolina) or Aaron Robinson (UCF), but Moehrig’s value and need is too great to be lost. He is my potential number 13 and has obtained six passes in the past two seasons. “
Brentley Weissman, The Draft Network: CB Patrick Surtain II, Alabama
“They take who I believe to be the best corner of the draft and this is Patrick Surtain II. The corner is a great need for this football team, since they currently do not have many corners under contract. Surtain II can intervene and be his Corner No. 1 from day one. “
Drae Harris, The Draft Network: OT Rashawn Slater, Northwestern
“After being out for a year, Trent Williams gave a tremendous boost to the offensive line in San Francisco. Although they believe they can and will hire him again, Slater can be safe. Also, kick him in for guard. is where he could undoubtedly be an elite player. “
Ryan Wilson, CBS Sports: QB Trey Lance, North Dakota
- TRADE: Cowboys win 49ers # 12 and pick # 108; 49ers receive Cowboys’ No. 10 pick
“The 49ers are switched to the most athletic QB in this class, Trey Lance. Kyle Shanahan said in recent weeks that Jimmy Garoppolo is his QB for 2021, but that doesn’t mean the team cannot (or does not want to) plan for the future. he has the athletic build and arm strength to be a legitimate NFL QB, he just lacks experience. But if anyone can get the most out of his skills it’s Shanahan, who did just that with Robert Griffin III during his debut year in Washington in 2012. “
Chris Trapasso, CBS Sports: QB Trey Lance, North Dakota State
“Lance could be an All-Pro with Kyle Shanahan as his head coach.”
Josh Edwards, CBS Sports: OT Rashawn Slater, Northwestern
“The San Francisco offensive line was a disappointment in 2020. Rashawn Slater has the ability to start in all five positions and must start from day 1.”
Brad Gagnon, Bleacher Report: QB Mac Jones, Alabama
“Considering that virtually all of the cornerbacks established in their squad are turning to the free agency, the San Francisco 49ers will likely be disappointed to see Surtain II and Farley get caught before they go into action. But that could mean that one of five quarterback recruits of the caliber of the first shift will be available, as is the case here.
“It is possible for San Francisco to do something wild like acquiring Deshaun Watson from Houston Texans or Sam Darnold from Jets or signing Dak Prescott well before the draft, but if they stick with Jimmy Garoppolo in what is essentially an annual contract, this could be an opportunity perfect for bringing in a potential successor, Mac Jones.
“Alabama’s product doesn’t surprise you as the top four defenders in this class, but it’s accurate, efficient and smart. That may be all you need to stand out in Kyle Shanahan’s attack.
“Assuming they bring back the left tackle Trent Williams and at least a corner or two veterans, and assuming they can be healthier overall after a season that defined Murphy’s Law from that point of view, the 49ers are talented o enough to afford to use a choice like that on a signal caller who may or may not see the field in 2021. “
Anthony Treash, Focus on Professional Football: TE Kyle Pitts, Florida
“Pairing Pitts with George Kittle, Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk and Kyle Shanahan’s brain is too good an opportunity to pass up. That would be a scary personal package to defend. Pitts generated a 96.2 PFF note this year, more than that five rating points more than any other tight end and well above the previous record set by former FAU Owl and now Cleveland Brown Harrison Bryant in 2019 (92.5).
“Pitts generated a PFF score of 96.2 this year, more than five rating points more than any other tight end and well above the previous record set by former FAU Owl and now Cleveland Brown Harrison Bryant in 2019 (92 , 5) The 49ers’ host body was one of the worst in the NFL in 2020 – the Pitts team did a lot to change that.
“The versatile tight end played only 64% of his offensive inline snaps, but he dominated it unlike any other tight end we’ve seen when he lined up widely in individual coverage. Pitts faced press coverage when he lined up for 40 receiving pops this season and came out with seven explosive receptions of more than 15 yards on those opportunities. We’ve never seen a record for a tight final more than two in a single year before Pitts this season. “
Ian Cummings, Pro Football Network: CB Patrick Surtain II, Alabama
“Well, that worked well for the San Francisco 49ers. The cornerback is one of the 49ers’ most urgent needs in this off-season. All beginners are ready to hit the market, and only one – Jason Verrett – should experience a little resistance from the 49ers field.
“Without a doubt, there will be a need for more talent on the edge when the NFL Draft arrives. In 12th place in this NFL 2021 3-round Simulated Draft, Patrick Surtain II is one of the best potential options. Surtain II had a productive career performance with Alabama Crimson Tide, and he has the length, footwork, physicality and ball skills needed to be one of the first beginners with an advantage.
“The 49ers promoted the linebacker coach, DeMeco Ryans, to replace Robert Saleh as a defensive coordinator. Given Ryans’ experience under Saleh, he is likely to carry some of the same philosophies. In that scheme, Surtain II has a lot of potential.”
Nate Davis, USA Today: QB Trey Lance, North Dakota
“He is a highly intriguing prospect, perhaps a (slightly) smaller version of Cam Newton due to Lance’s size (6-3, 224) and his ability to make moves with his arm and legs. However, given the level of competition that he faced in college, where the pandemic limited him to one game in 2020, sitting behind a steady veteran like Jimmy Garoppolo for a year seems reasonable for all parties. “
Luke Easterling, The Draft Wire: CB Patrick Surtain II, Alabama