Who is the best ILB in the draft for the 49ers?

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:
I think they need someone that is really fluid in coverage. I see Smith or Jack as the best fits in that regard.

In terms of a guy that I think will be an absolute steal later on in the draft, Tyler Matakevich is a heck of a prospect. May not be a great player but I can see him being a pretty good NFL ILB.

Originally posted by highway49:

Wait till the 4 th or 5 th round for Josh Forest/ ILB 6" 3. 252 lb...3rd team all SEC.....just my thought

Originally posted by Butter:

Originally posted by highway49:

Wait till the 4 th or 5 th round for Josh Forest/ ILB 6" 3. 252 lb...3rd team all SEC.....just my thought

I like Josh Forrests measurables, but his scouting reports say he's raw and does a poor job reading the play?

STRENGTHS: Forrest still looks a bit more like a receiver (or tight end) than a traditional 'thumper inside linebacker. He sports a relatively lanky, athletic frame, and his best attribute may be his acceleration as Forrest's speed and aggression make him a nice fit in coach Mike Stoops' scheme.
WEAKNESSES: He needs to develop greater functional strength to shed blockers and his relative inexperience at the position is clear on tape, as too often he's fooled by misdirection. Possesses impressive burst and closing speed for his size once he locates the ball - traits which could intrigue special teams coaches. Flashes physicality in taking on blockers.

Forrest is understandably a bit slow to diagnose the action. Too often is passive in this area, spinning off would-be blockers yards downfield rather than forcing the action near the line of scrimmage. Further, Forrest prefers to grab hold and drag down ballcarriers rather than striking them, wrapping securely with both arms and bringing his hips in textbook form.

IN OUR VIEW: Forrest possesses many of the traits scouts are looking for at the next level. He remains quite raw, however, and must cut down on misreads and finesse play in 2015 to warrant anything more than late-round consideration.

--Rob Rang (8/24/15)

Originally posted by Butter:

Josh Forest

STRENGTHS: Forrest still looks a bit more like a receiver (or tight end) than a traditional 'thumper inside linebacker. He sports a relatively lanky, athletic frame, and his best attribute may be his acceleration as Forrest's speed and aggression make him a nice fit in coach Mike Stoops' scheme.
WEAKNESSES: He needs to develop greater functional strength to shed blockers and his relative inexperience at the position is clear on tape, as too often he's fooled by misdirection. Possesses impressive burst and closing speed for his size once he locates the ball - traits which could intrigue special teams coaches. Flashes physicality in taking on blockers.

Forrest is understandably a bit slow to diagnose the action. Too often is passive in this area, spinning off would-be blockers yards downfield rather than forcing the action near the line of scrimmage. Further, Forrest prefers to grab hold and drag down ballcarriers rather than striking them, wrapping securely with both arms and bringing his hips in textbook form.

IN OUR VIEW: Forrest possesses many of the traits scouts are looking for at the next level. He remains quite raw, however, and must cut down on misreads and finesse play in 2015 to warrant anything more than late-round consideration.

--Rob Rang (8/24/15)

I agree on taking a shot on him with a late pick. Worst case he can compete for a ST slot. If he doesn't make it, at least he could compete for a PS spot.