49ers add more depth on offensive line

ESPN reporter Jeremy Fowler identified the selection of wide receiver Ricky Pearsall as the most questionable move of the 2024 NFL Draft, instead expecting the San Francisco 49ers to bolster their offensive line with their first-round pick. This week, Matt Barrows of The Athletic fielded fan questions and was asked why more wasn't done to fortify the offensive line. Yes, the 49ers drafted two offensive linemen, but not until the third and sixth rounds. Barrows highlights two narratives to explain the failure to address the tackle position. After all, Trent

The San Francisco 49ers drafted two offensive linemen in the 2024 NFL Draft, both with experience playing guard. However, these acquisitions occurred in the third and sixth rounds. Was it enough to immediately improve the team's offensive line for the upcoming season? Gordon McGuinness isn't convinced. The Pro Football Focus analyst examined one potential offseason move for each NFC team that can improve its roster, and upon reviewing the 49ers' roster, suggests that adding a veteran guard might be necessary. "Dominick Puni can be a day-one starter at right guard for the 49ers as a third-round draft pick out of Kansas, but they could still stand to improve on the

The fourth round of the NFL draft had a common theme for the San Francisco 49ers' offense between rookie running back Isaac Guerendo and wide receiver Jacob Cowing—speed. Cowing of Arizona was selected 135th overall with the 49ers' final fourth-round pick; he reached the fastest top speed in the first 5 yards of the 40-yard dash in the entire draft class. RD 4 | PK 135 - 49ers: Jacob Cowing WR, Arizonahe @49ers continue to emphasize athleticism in their selection of Cowing, who reached the fastest top speed in the first 5 yards

Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk were both subjects of trade speculation before and during the draft. While the San Francisco 49ers seem poised to retain both receivers for at least one more season, their long-term futures with the team remain uncertain. The 49ers seek to sign Aiyuk to a contract extension, which could lead to efforts to offload Samuel's salary as early as next year. However, this remains speculative as the team's brass continues to express support for both players. RELATED: When the 49ers reportedly ceased entertaining Deebo Samuel trade offers During a segment on NFL Network's "NFL Total Access," former NFL running back Robert