With Robert Saleh back at the helm of the defense and Brant Boyer the head of special teams, expect the San Francisco 49ers to get faster, quicker, and more violent in all three phases.
Although the most significant need of the 49ers seems to be the offensive line, don't be surprised if several of the picks bolster up this defense with players from the Senior Bowl.
Below is a list of a few players to watch this week. They could see their stock rise in Mobile.
Offensive Line
Tackle
Armand Membou - Missouri
Josh Conerly - Oregon
Jonah Savaiinaea - Arizona
Aireontae Ersery - Minnesota
Chase Lundt - Connecticut (Sleeper)
Guard
Tate Ratledge - Georgia
Clay Webb - Jackson State
Center
Jonah Monheim - USC
Quarterback
Jaxson Dart - Ole Miss
Jalen Milroe - Alabama
Dillon Gabriel - Oregon
Running Back
Devin Neal - Kansas
Damien Martinez - Miami
Kalel Mullings - Michigan
Marcus Yarns - Delaware (Sleeper)
Wide Receiver
Jayden Higgins - Iowa State
Jaylin Noel - Iowa State
Jalen Royals - Utah State
Xavier Restrepo - Miami
Tai Felton - Maryland (Sleeper)
Tight End
Harold Fannin Jr. - Bowling Green
Terrance Ferguson- Oregon
Elijah Arroyo - Miami
Gunnar Helm - Texas
Mason Taylor - LSU (Sleeper)
Defensive Line
Interior
Walter Nolen - Ole Miss
Deone Walker - Kentucky
T.J. Sanders - S. Carolina
Aeneas Peebles - Virginia Tech
Darius Alexander - Toledo (Sleeper)
Edge/End
Mike Green - Marshall
Donovan Ezeiruaku - Boston College
Josaiah Stewart - Michigan
Nic Scourton - Texas A&M
Princely Umanmielen - Ole Miss (Sleeper)
Linebacker
Jeffrey Bassa - Oregon
Demetrius Knight Jr. - S. Carolina
Carson Schwesinger - UCLA
Karene Reid - Utah
David Walker - Central Arkansas (Sleeper)
Defensive Backs
Corner
Azareye'h Thomas - Florida State
Trey Amos - Ole Miss
Dorian Strong - Virginia Tech
Darien Porter - Iowa State
Upton Stout - Western Kentucky (Sleeper)
Safety
Lathan Ransom - Ohio State
Malachi Moore - Alabama (Sleeper)
Several current 49ers, such as wide receivers Deebo Samuel and Jauan Jennings, played in the Senior Bowl. Prepare for a fun-filled week of events from the upcoming NFL prospects.
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Wayne Breezie is a 49ers content creator. He had his first guest appearance on Ronbosports in 2012. He began writing for a Facebook group called the League of the 49ers. Next, he began writing for Nothing But Niners in 2017. In 2018, Wayne Breezie made his debut on YouTube’s Nothing But Niners show. In 2019, he started his podcast called Nitty Gritty Niners. After putting the pen down for several years, Breezie saw an opportunity to write for 49erscap.com. His first published article was in January of 2022 with 49ersCap, and he currently writes and produces weekly podcasts.
All articles by Wayne "Breezie" Brown
Wayne "Breezie" Brown
Wayne Breezie is a 49ers content creator. He had his first guest appearance on Ronbosports in 2012. He began writing for a Facebook group called the League of the 49ers. Next, he began writing for Nothing But Niners in 2017. In 2018, Wayne Breezie made his debut on YouTube’s Nothing But Niners show. In 2019, he started his podcast called Nitty Gritty Niners. After putting the pen down for several years, Breezie saw an opportunity to write for 49erscap.com. His first published article was in January of 2022 with 49ersCap, and he currently writes and produces weekly podcasts.
All articles by Wayne "Breezie" Brown