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The San Francisco 49ers were among numerous teams to hold a private workout with Kansas defensive end Dorance Armstrong, according to a report from Aaron Wilson of the Houston Chronicle. Armstrong has visited with the Seattle Seahawks, Los Angeles Rams, and Buffalo Bills and worked out for the 49ers, Houston Texans, New England Patriots, Kansas City Chiefs, Detroit Lions, and New Orleans Saints.
Kansas pass rusher Dorance Armstrong @Dorance_ALegend of North Shore HS visited Seahawks, Rams, Bills, did private workouts for Texans, Patriots, 49ers, Chiefs, Lions and Saints
In three seasons with the Jayhawks, Armstrong registered 142 combined tackles, 34.5 for a loss, 15.5 sacks, eight passes defensed, six forced fumbles, and three fumble recoveries. During his sophomore campaign in 2016, he brought down the quarterback 10 times while recording 56 combined tackles with 20 for a loss and was named first-team All-Big 12.
At the NFL Scouting Combine, the 6-foot-4 and 246-pound Armstrong had a 40-time of 4.87 seconds, a vertical jump of 30 inches, a broad jump of 118 inches, completed the three-cone drill in 7.12 seconds, had 20 reps in the bench press, a 20-yard shuttle time of 4.23 seconds, and a 60-yard shuttle time of 11.82 seconds.
NFL.com projects Armstrong to be a fourth- or fifth-round draft pick.
Lance Zierlein of NFL.com, who compares Armstrong to Kamerion Wimbley, wrote the following within his scouting report:
"Armstrong is an intriguing prospect with the build and fluid athleticism of a shooting guard. Armstrong's drop in production can be attributed to a change in scheme that asked him to play run first and pass second. His game revolves around athletic ability over technique, but his poor forty times at both the Combine and his pro day could cause concerns. Armstrong has the tools and upside to become an eventual starter at outside linebacker in a 3-4."
Marcus Mosher of The 33rd Team revealed his latest mock draft, which goes seven rounds deep and projects every selection for every NFL team. While most predict that the San Francisco 49ers will add an offensive lineman with their first selection, No. 31 overall, Mosher has the Bay Area team going in a different direction.
The writer and analyst has the Niners selecting former UCLA pass rusher Laiatu Latu in the first round.
"It wouldn't be a shock to see Laiatu Latu fall in the draft due to his medical history, but he is too good of a value to pass up here at No. 31," Mosher wrote. "The San Francisco 49ers have been searching for the right pass
49ers held pre-draft interview with Memphis RB Blake Watson
By David Bonilla
Apr 18
Justin Melo of The Draft Network reports that the San Francisco 49ers conducted a virtual interview with former Memphis running back Blake Watson. NFL teams are finalizing their prospect evaluations ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, which kicks off in one week.
.@MemphisFB RB Blake Watson has outstanding burst + speed. 1,252 yards + 14 TDs 2023. 4.39 40, 41.5" VJ, 11-3 BJ at Pro Day.30s w/ #Broncos +
49ers held pre-draft visit with South Carolina WR Xavier Legette
By David Bonilla
Apr 23
South Carolina wide receiver Xavier Legette recently informed Justin Melo of The Draft Network that the San Francisco 49ers were among the many teams he visited leading up to the 2024 NFL Draft.
.@GamecockFB WR Xavier Legette had 13+ pre-draft visits! Among the most in-demand prospects heading into Thurs.#Texans #Steelers
49ers hosted Alabama edge rusher Chris Braswell on pre-draft visit
By David Bonilla
Apr 24
Ben Standig of The Athletic reports that the San Francisco 49ers, along with several other teams, hosted Alabama edge defender Chris Braswell on a pre-draft visit.
Alabama edge rusher Chris Braswell, randomly pictured below, had a 30 visit with the Commanders, per source. Also, Panthers, 49ers and others. Hadn't seen much about his visits elsewhere.Discussed him here. Day 2. https://t.co/WX0UcMr3Pr— Ben Standig (@BenStandig) April 24,
