Niners Select Another Offensive Tackle in NFL Mock Draft
One mock draft predicts the Niners snagging Utah's blindside protector. The team eyes offensive line reinforcements for the future, even with Trent Williams.
The NFL draft is quickly approaching. One mock draft is turning heads. ESPN NFL analyst Peter Schrager predicted his first round of picks.
Unsurprisingly he has the Niners drafting an offensive lineman in Utah tackle Caleb Lomu. Schrager explained why the 49ers could select Lomu with the No. 27 pick.
"San Francisco's offensive line could be in flux if things don't get cleared up with Trent Williams' contract. And to be honest, even if the Niners and Williams work out his deal, the team still has to be thinking about the future; Williams will be 38 years old next season. Lomu played left tackle for the Utes last season, and although his game is still a work in progress, he's worthy of a first-round grade.
He didn't allow any sacks in 2025. " The Niners need an offensive lineman, but Lomu may not be their first choice. That said, at No.