Alexander reportedly sustained a torn Achilles in the Saints' Christmas Day victory over the Minnesota Vikings. The linebacker was a favorite among his former 49ers teammates, and we all wish him a speedy recovery.
According to NBC Sports Bay Area, the 49ers are likely to receive a 2021 fifth-round pick after Alexander reportedly met the playing-time benchmark required.
Entering Week 16, San Francisco owns the following eight draft picks before compensatory picks are factored in. The team traded away its third-rounder as part of the deal for tackle Trent Williams, and the additional seventh-rounder was part of the trade for defensive end Jordan Willis.
- 1st round, No. 12 overall
- 2nd round, No. 43 overall
- 4th round, No. 105 overall
- 5th round, No. 136 overall
- 5th round, No. 157 overall (from NO)
- 6th round, No. 173 overall
- 7th round, No. 194 overall (from NYJ)
- 7th round, No. 204 overall
The 49ers could also land a third-round pick should defensive coordinator Robert Saleh be hired as a head coach.
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