Five defensive tackles 49ers could target at pick No. 27 in 2026 NFL Draft

The 49ers selected two defensive tackles within the first four rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft.And it would make sense for them this year to continue to load up on wide loads for the interior of their defensive line.The 49ers’ starting defensive tackles currently are not under contract for the 2026 season. Jordan Elliott is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent, while Kalia Davis is set to be a restricted free agent.San Francisco set out to bolster its defensive line last year with the selections of Alfred Collins and CJ West in the second and fourth rounds.Collins is in the midst of physical therapy after undergoing left shoulder surgery shortly after the conclusion of the season. General manager John Lynch on Tuesday said the 49ers anticipate Collins will be able to be a full participant when training camp opens in late-July.The 49ers’ first pick in the draft comes at No. 27 overall, and defensive tackle could be a position of interest.There do not appear to be any defensive tackles who are considered absolute locks to be chosen within the top 20. It could work out that the 49ers get to pick the top interior defensive lineman on their draft board.The defensive...