DL: 2026 Draft Class

For today, im back on Caleb Banks at 27

Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:

Originally posted by adrianlesnar:
Ive kinda moved on from the idea of trying to find trents replacement early or upgrade over McKivitz...and I've never totally been on board with the idea of drafting a guy to play guard now and tackle later...but Iheanachor is probably the one guy in this class id use an early-ish pick to do it for.

His footwork is really gorgeous at times. He's a football newcomer with a deep athletic background. I think he can turn out to be a stellar NFL level tackle with the right coaching.

Snag eem!!

Originally posted by Kolohe:

Originally posted by 49ers808:

Originally posted by NYniner85:

#Michigan EDGE Derrick Moore vs. #ASU OT Max Iheanachor (feat. fisticuffs) pic.twitter.com/zdm0CVkY8r

— Jared Feinberg (@Jared_NFLDraft) January 28, 2026

Good rep by Max there. Also love the fact that he frustrates Moore and threw hands right back after Moore threw the punch first

That was a huge turnoff for Moore to do that after that rep. If he gets frustrated like that in practice, is he gonna cost you penalties in a game?

Imagine in a huge game (playoffs), that happens one n done

I got a feeling the 9ers will go DT or WR in the 1st round. If they go DT what are the chances Christian Miller (6'4" 305 pounds DT outta Georgia) fall to the 9ers at #27? I really like him, pushes the pocket, sheds his blocks and makes plays. He's not like Collins where he just gets locked up one on one and doesn't use his hands. If they have to trade up for Miller a couple spots so be it.

I like Kayden McDonald from Ohio St...6-3, 326 with strength, quickness and tenacity that resulted in 65 tackles, 3 sacks & 2 FF. I'd expect both Collins & West to up their games in season 2. I'm not sure the Niners keep Elliot and Davis. Khalia's had some nice moments, but hasn't really shown the kind of consistency they'd like to see.

Some of these Landon Robinson wins are unbelievably quick. The combo of balance, agility and explosiveness within tight spaces is kind of crazy. You don't really see interior DL move this. His 10-yard split, short shuttle and 3 cone are probably going to be really good. He is such an interesting prospect to me. This is who the 49ers wanted Kevin Givens to be.

Originally posted by Heroism:
Some of these Landon Robinson wins are unbelievably quick. The combo of balance, agility and explosiveness within tight spaces is kind of crazy. You don't really see interior DL move this. His 10-yard split, short shuttle and 3 cone are probably going to be really good. He is such an interesting prospect to me. This is who the 49ers wanted Kevin Givens to be.

Navy DL Landon Robinson pic.twitter.com/Y6SWlJ9rCv

— James Foster (@NoFlagsFilm) January 29, 2026

Originally posted by Heroism:

Some of these Landon Robinson wins are unbelievably quick. The combo of balance, agility and explosiveness within tight spaces is kind of crazy. You don't really see interior DL move this. His 10-yard split, short shuttle and 3 cone are probably going to be really good. He is such an interesting prospect to me. This is who the 49ers wanted Kevin Givens to be.

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I'm not gonna lie, he looks like Aaron Donald. I don't know if the rules for military academy will affect his stock. But The guy looks like a day 2 caliber pick to me.

Originally posted by OnTheClock:

Originally posted by Heroism:
Some of these Landon Robinson wins are unbelievably quick. The combo of balance, agility and explosiveness within tight spaces is kind of crazy. You don't really see interior DL move this. His 10-yard split, short shuttle and 3 cone are probably going to be really good. He is such an interesting prospect to me. This is who the 49ers wanted Kevin Givens to be.

Navy DL Landon Robinson pic.twitter.com/Y6SWlJ9rCv

— James Foster (@NoFlagsFilm) January 29, 2026

I'm not gonna lie, he looks like Aaron Donald. I don't know if the rules for military academy will affect his stock. But The guy looks like a day 2 caliber pick to me.

I could be wrong but I believe they get out of their military commitment if drafted and make the team by waivers. Then serve the duty time after nfl career. Two years active and the remaining three reserve. This just happened with Army prospect Andre Carter. Don't know if it would apply for everyone though or how that works

Originally posted by OnTheClock:
I'm not gonna lie, he looks like Aaron Donald. I don't know if the rules for military academy will affect his stock. But The guy looks like a day 2 caliber pick to me.

I'm glad you said it because I was hesitant to do it. But he really does!! Did you guys see this? He hit 20.12 MPH on the GPS Wtfff

No. 13 Landon Robinson, Navy, nose guardA three-time Freaks List guy, the 6-foot Robinson, who arrived at the Academy at 240 pounds, is up to 286. He's a stud. Robinson made First-Team All-AAC in 2024 after posting 61 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, four sacks, seven QB hurries and two forced fumbles. His best game came on the biggest stage when he led Navy to a huge win against arch-rival No. 19 Army, making a career-high 13 tackles that included a forced fumble. He also took a fake punt 29 yards on a fourth-and-5 in the fourth quarter. In his career, he's had three rushing attempts for a total of 87 yards — a cool 29-yard per carry average with the runs of 24, 34 and 29 yards. This offseason, he bench pressed 465 pounds (up from 450), squatted 665 (up 15 pounds) and power cleaned 350. He vertical jumps 33 inches and hit 20.13 mph on the GPS.

Originally posted by Heroism:

Originally posted by OnTheClock:

I'm not gonna lie, he looks like Aaron Donald. I don't know if the rules for military academy will affect his stock. But The guy looks like a day 2 caliber pick to me.

I'm glad you said it because I was hesitant to do it. But he really does!! Did you guys see this? He hit 20.12 MPH on the GPS Wtfff

No. 13 Landon Robinson, Navy, nose guardA three-time Freaks List guy, the 6-foot Robinson, who arrived at the Academy at 240 pounds, is up to 286. He's a stud. Robinson made First-Team All-AAC in 2024 after posting 61 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, four sacks, seven QB hurries and two forced fumbles. His best game came on the biggest stage when he led Navy to a huge win against arch-rival No. 19 Army, making a career-high 13 tackles that included a forced fumble. He also took a fake punt 29 yards on a fourth-and-5 in the fourth quarter. In his career, he's had three rushing attempts for a total of 87 yards — a cool 29-yard per carry average with the runs of 24, 34 and 29 yards. This offseason, he bench pressed 465 pounds (up from 450), squatted 665 (up 15 pounds) and power cleaned 350. He vertical jumps 33 inches and hit 20.13 mph on the GPS.

That's actually insane. The article on the front page is right -- we badly need interior pressure. We have gone overkill with versatility IMO. A guy can set the edge but not rush from the edge? A guy can stop the run inside, but not rush the passer? I mean come on. Find a difference maker who can do both at a high level. FWIW, I think Mykle can be a good power rusher on the edge. We just need someone dominant inside so the edges can work better.

I know this much, anyone we like now will be drafted WAY higher than currently predicted. Especially pass rusher and oline. You guys identify targets in rd4 and 5, and they go round 2 etc. Every year, same thing.

I think at this time of year it is fun to just make a big board of each position then.... god bless figuring out the mock.

Too bad Landon Robinson didn't go to Stanford #Glynch

Good interview with Robinson. A lot of valuable info and film here. The more tape I watch and learn about this guy, the bigger and bigger fan I become of his. Watch how good he is on the rare instance he gets a true 1-on-1 pass rush opportunity. Dude is practically unblockable. These guys perfectly described what I was trying to explain earlier. Robinson has a RARE ability to ricochet off contact and stay upright and balanced while moving forward. He blasts through the trenches like a human pinball. This guy is a nightmare to reach block and so difficult to move on double teams because of his insane combination of leverage and power. He was born to play as a 3tech in the wide 9.

"This is first-round tape" CT Dafan's reactions are literally me watching Robinson's tape

Originally posted by adrianlesnar:
For today, im back on Caleb Banks at 27