The Good, the Bad, and the Head Scratchers: Grading the 49ers' Draft
By Jack Stewart
44 mins
Multiple factors go into judging a draft. The simple quality of the players is paramount. However, key categories are also needed: what other players were still available at the time, and value (would he have been available later?). Below are my assessments of the players the...
John Lynch: Mykel Williams 'checks a ton of boxes' for 49ers
By David Bonilla
Apr 25
Shortly after selecting Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams in the NFL Draft, San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch spoke with team reporter Lindsey Pallares to explain why the young pass rusher is such a strong fit for the team's defense.
Lynch emphasized that...
The immediate feedback from San Francisco 49ers fans on the selection of Georgia defensive end Mikel Williams has been overwhelmingly positive, but what do the experts have to say? Several weighed in after the pick, handing out their grades—probably way too early.
The...
John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan discuss the 49ers drafting Mykel Williams; Williams speaks to reporters
By Site Staff
Apr 24
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters after selecting Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams with the 11th overall pick. Additionally, Williams spoke to reporters via Zoom. Here is everything they said.
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