Mark Schlereth talks 49ers offensive line

With the 2024 NFL Draft in the near future, it seems the prevailing thought around the league is that the 49ers will need to address the offensive line. While the Niners do boast one of the league's elite players in LT Trent Williams, the rest of the unit has struggled in spots. In fact, San Francisco's right tackle and both guard positions allowed a pressure percentage of over 20% in 2023.

Former Pro Bowl offensive lineman and current NFL analyst Mark Schlereth joined the No Huddle podcast to discuss the current state of the o-line. He noted that when you force San Francisco out of its comfort zone, the weaknesses upfront tend to show up.


"When they're down, that's where they struggle and that's where their offensive line is not a dominant force. When you have to just sit up and pass protect, then they can be exposed and then they get in trouble."

Schlereth also talked about analytics in today's NFL, Shanahan's decision making and Brandon Aiyuk. You can watch the interview in it's entirety here:

More San Francisco 49ers News

• Recap: Brock Purdy sets career touchdown mark while leading 49ers to 48-27 win in Indianapolis

  The San Francisco 49ers may not be playing defense at the level they've played in the past as they approach the postseason, but their offense certainly appears to be peaking at the right time. The Indianapolis Colts had no answers for the 49ers' offense on Monday night, as...
  Read Article

• 49ers QB Brock Purdy named NFC Offensive Player of the Week after 5-TD game

  San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week following his standout Week 16 performance against the Indianapolis Colts. Purdy completed 25 of 34 passes (73.5 percent) for 295 yards and a career-high five touchdown passes,...
  Read Article

• 49ers bolster interior O-line in 2026 NFL mock draft

  CBS Sports analyst Mike Renner released his latest 2026 NFL mock draft, projecting the San Francisco 49ers to address a clear roster need: the interior offensive line. While many expected the 49ers to invest early in the offensive line during the 2025 NFL Draft, the unit...
  Read Article

• 49ers QB Brock Purdy surprises O-line with custom Rolex watches for Christmas

  San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is putting his new contract to good use. After signing a five-year, $265 million NFL contract extension this offseason, Purdy once again treated the teammates who protect him in the trenches—his offensive line. Last year, Purdy...
  Read Article