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2026 San Francisco 49ers NFL Draft Preview: Assessing targets, markets, and more for the No. 27 pick

San Francisco enters the NFL draft with few glaring holes after a productive free agency, adding veteran receivers Mike Evans and Christian Kirk plus defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa.
Coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch shifted the team's approach following an offseason exodus last year, making more additions than subtractions this offseason.
Edge rusher remains a primary need after Bryce Huff retired; while Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams return from knee injuries, San Francisco also requires a long-term left tackle with Trent Williams set to turn 38.
The Niners hold only six total picks, tied for fourth-fewest in the league, facing a span of 13 picks in the fourth round after day one selection.
Shanahan emphasized that "you become a team that can compete over the years" by identifying young talent, citing building blocks like Fred Warner and George Kittle from mid-to-late round selections.

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