49ers’ Reuben Foster named to PFWA all-rookie team

Inside linebacker Reuben Foster was the lone 49ers' representative on the Pro Football Writers of America All-Rookie team. Foster, the No. 31 overall pick, was recognized after he ranked seventh among rookies in tackles (72) despite missing six games due to injury. He ranked second on the team in tackles and was named the NFL's Defensive Rookie of the Month for November after he 30 tackles in three games. Defensive tackle Solomon Thomas, the No. 3 overall pick, was not selected after he had 41 tackles and 3 sacks in 14 games. The four defensive linemen selected were Philadelphia's Derek Barnett (No. 14 overall), Cleveland's Myles Garrett (No.