The 49ers are coming off a forgettable season after making it to the Super Bowl in the 2023 season. The 49ers would be eyeing to turn it around with talent from the draft. Let's look at what PFN predicted in their most recent 7-round mock.
Playing cornerback well is as much about being a schematic fit as it is being an outrageous talent. Only the elite are completely safe from looking like a fish out of water in diverse defensive structures. Thomas best fits a role that lets him be an athlete. Luckily, Kyle Shanahan’s (yes, his defense) should allow Thomas to do just that by working in a lot of Cover 1 and Cover 3 while avoiding too much confusing processing.
At 6’6″, 332 pounds, with near-35″ arms, Alfred Collins is a mountain of a man who might be able to take the reins from DaQuan Jones inside. Collins doesn’t have much pass-rush value to speak of, but he’s a stack-and-shed machine who can erase double teams.
Rob Havenstein has been an iron man for the Los Angeles Rams at right tackle, but he’s well into his mid-30s, and his contract will be up in 2026. The Rams have to think about a succession plan soon, and in the early days of the 2026 cycle, Blake Miller stands out. If Miller declares in 2026, he’ll be a four-year starter with over 50 collegiate starts. From his experience, he’s gleaned an inspiring level of operational consistency, and yet, he’s a rangy athlete at 6’6″, 315 pounds, with some of the best pulling and space blocking ability in the 2026 class.
At 6’5″ and almost 250 pounds, Terrance Ferguson checks almost all the boxes. He’s big, with a wide catch radius, he’s an elite athlete, he’s a fluid, efficient, and well-versed route runner, he can make easy RAC catches or box out DBs, and he can work up the seam.
A rare combination of size, speed, and after-the-catch ability makes Samuel Brown a valuable asset for most teams and something scouts look out for. But he’ll need to develop his abilities alongside his physical attributes to become a valuable contributor.
Defensive line is an underrated need for the Chargers. At 6’2″, 291 pounds, with 34″ arms and enthralling pass-rush potential, Omarr Norman-Lott gives them more to work with.
The Chargers’ defense earned an 81.5 grade in the PFSN Defensive+ Metric, ranking fourth among all 32 teams. They recorded 46 sacks last season — good for sixth in the NFL. With Joey Bosa’s departure, the addition of Norman-Lott is aimed at maintaining the unit’s strong 2023 performance.
Max Brosmer threw and ran for 102 touchdowns in his five seasons in college (six years), first with the New Hampshire Wildcats before finishing his college career at Minnesota. He is an efficient passer with a quick release. He delivers accurate throws with plus-level arm talent. Brosmer reads coverages well, anticipates throws, and finds space in the pocket. He struggles under heavy pressure and must prove himself against tougher Big Ten competition.
Dante Trader Jr. is a versatile defender with quick feet, strong instincts, and physicality. He excels in zone coverage, disrupting passes and reading plays. Trader is great at run support, secure tackling, and downhill efficiency. While his speed and man coverage need work against athletic matchups, his awareness and reliability make him a strong fit for zone-heavy schemes.
Josh Kelly is a skilled and experienced wide receiver with 148 catches for 2,228 yards and 12 touchdowns in 38 games. An incredible route-runner, Kelly uses tempo, smooth breaks, and strong ball skills to make plays. He excels at shorter routes, showing spatial awareness, reliable hands, and strength after the catch. While not explosive or particularly fast, Kelly is a dependable target with inside and outside flexibility.
