A No-Trade 49ers 2026 Mock Draft
Defensive upgrades and offensive line reinforcement headline a no-trade 2026 mock draft for the 49ers, targeting immediate impact players.
With the 2026 NFL Draft just days away, the San Francisco 49ers find themselves in a precarious position. Their championship window remains open, but the roster is weathering a storm of medical recoveries and high profile departures. If general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan stick to their current slots and prioritize immediate reinforcements for Brock Purdy and the defensive front, here is how a "No-Trade" 49ers mock draft could look.
Round 1, Pick 27: Malachi Lawrence, EDGE, UCF The 49ers' pass rush was decimated by a "perfect storm" this offseason. There was the sudden retirement of Bryce Huff and a trio of surgeries for Nick Bosa, Mykel Williams, and Keion White. San Francisco needs "juice" on the edge immediately.
Lawrence is an exceptional athlete who recorded 12. 5 sacks in a breakout 2025 campaign for the Knights. While some scouts worry about his "lanky" 260 pound frame his first step explosiveness is elite.
He is a "pro-ready" player who would benefit immensely from the 49ers' wide-9 alignment. Other realistic option: Omar Cooper Jr. (WR, Indiana) — A YAC specialist who could help solve the 49ers' recent drop off in yardage after the catch.