Trade #1: Raiders trade 2nd and 3rd for 49ers 1st and 4th (via DAL); 665 vs. 648 in points (+/- 5% in value). Raiders trade up for Nix/Penix and the 49ers trade down to acquire more day 2/3 selections. 49ers is a prime target because they are the only NFC team selecting within the last 3 picks in the first round. And the comp is fair across both sides.
R2: Kingsley Suamataia - OT - BYU (via LV)
*With a bunch of teams expected to draft tackles in R1 and the top of R2, demand will slow down as we get into the round leaving Suamataia up for grabs. Inside and outside potential, we play Suamataia to compete at both RG and RT. He'll eventually be our LT of the future.
"Displaying range and an initial pop as a drive blocker. He is nimble in pass protection with the strength to lock down rushers, but...is still very young and lacks refinement in several areas...his blend of size, mobility and core power are the foundation of a scheme-diverse NFL starter" - Dane Brugler
Trade #2: Bengals trade two 3rds for 49ers 2nd and 6th round picks; 302 vs. 282 in points (+/- 8% in value). Given the RB class is weak and a key need for the Bengals, they trade up to select J Brooks from Texas. We trade down because we want to continue to accumulate Day 2 picks.
R3: Mike Sainristil - CB - Michigan (via LV)
*Reminds me a bit of DJ Reed. Inside outside skillset that will find a good role as our slot of the future, allowing Lenior to focus on the outside spots.
"He showed off top-notch ball skills with six interceptions (two for scores) in 2023 and has no problem stepping up and doing his part as a run defender. Sainristil isn't there yet but should keep improving and has a chance to become a starting nickel in time" - Lance Zierlein
R3: Johnny Wilson - WR/TE - Florida State (via CIN)
*You don't find many athletes like Wilson. He could be TE #2. He could take Jennings role as a 3rd down WR. And he can be a red zone threat.
"Overall, Wilson has dominant physical traits that will allow him to be a key offensive weapon on the next level. The lack of speed can be compensated for by an alignment change to the slot or...tight end position — he has all of the tools needed to dominate the middle of the field" - Draft Network
R3: Mohamed Kamara - EDGE - Colorado State (via CIN comp)
*Hyper productive college player with insane athletic ability to be a rotational bookend to Bosa on passing downs.
"Overall, Kamara doesn't have the ideal size or length, but his physicality and energetic athleticism shouldn't be discounted for the right role. He projects as a high-effort rotational edge rusher and a poor man's Ogbo Okoronkwo" - Dane Brugler
R3: Tanor Bortolini - G/C - Arkansas (comp)
*He has the ideal frame, physical abilities, and IQ to be our center of the future. Similar skillset to Brendel, Bortolini will be our starter in 2025.
"Bortolini offer center/guard flexibility with good mass and below-average length. He's well-schooled from a technique standpoint and will fit his blocks with hand placement and footwork to put him in position to succeed" - Lance Zierlein
R4: Jordan McGee - LB - Temple (comp)
*Ideal scheme fit as a WILL LBer. Should be outstanding in his first year and will emerge as a potential starter in 2025.
"Overall, Magee's average play strength will stand out versus pro competition, but his athletic range and competitive play style are NFL-quality assets. He should be an outstanding special teamer as a rookie while he competes for defensive snaps" - Dane Brugler
R4: Ainias Smith - WR/KR/PR - South Carolina (penalized slot)
*Won't excel in one area, but he offers jack of all trades upside. Improvement in his route running can help him land a WR #4 role on our team.
"He expands play-calling options with his ability as an occasional ball-carrier and open-field explorer, where the quick game and West Coast routes would allow him to get the ball in his hands and do his thing" - Lance Zierlein
R5: Elijah Jones - CB - Boston College (comp)
*Pure outside corner that is an ideal fit in press-man cover 3 type scheme. Slender frame, reminding me of Witherspoon from back in the day.
R6: Jowon Briggs - DT - Cinci (comp)
*DL depth; likely PS candidate in his first year
R7: Carson Steele - RB/FB/TE - UCLA (comp)
*PS candidate in year one, but could replace Juice and offer upside on ST.
Post-Draft Moves
Extend: Aiyuk, Banks
Free Agency Targets: Justin Simmons (1 year, mid-tier deal), Carlos Watkins (1 year, vet min)
Projected Depth Chart
QB: Purdy/Dobbs* (PS: Allen)
RB: CMC/Mitchell/Mason/Taylor* (PS: Steele*)
FB: Juice
TE: Kittle/Wilson*/Saubert*/Latu (PS: Willis)
WR: Aiyuk/Bell
WR: Samuel/Smith*
WR: Jennings (PS: Conley, Martin)
LT: Williams/Moore
LG: Banks (PS:Bartch)
C: Brendel/Bortolini*
RG: Feliciano/Burford
RT: Suamatiaia*/McKivitz (PS: Parker*)
DE: Bosa/Matos* (PS: Beal, Bryant)
DT: Hargrave/Elliott*
DT: Collins*/Givens (PS: Briggs*, Watkins*)
DE: Floyd*/Jackson/Kamara*
LB: Warner/Winters (PS: Fowles, Graham)
LB: Campbell*/McGee*/Turner* (PUP: Greenlaw)
CB: Ward/Luter Jr./Lucas (PS: Ya-Sin, UDFA)
NB: Sainristil*/Womack
FS: Simmons*/Brown (PS: Hawkins)
SS: Hufanga/Odom
CB: Lenior/Yiadom/Jones*
ST: Moody, Wishnowsky, Pepper
Trade Candidates: Jackson (DE; on roster for now), Thomas (CB; traded or cut) and Zakelj (OL; traded or cut)
[ Edited by GEEK on Apr 23, 2024 at 2:23 PM ]