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49ers Eye No. 27 Pick: Lineman, Rusher Options

4/23/2026

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49ers Weigh Pick

The 49ers are weighing the No. 27 pick in the 2026 Draft.
Daniel Jeremiah says the team could pick a lineman or rusher, noting tackles may have higher first-round value.
He lists Miami DE Akheem Mesidor and Clemson T. J. Parker and says Kenyon Sadiq fits Shanahan’s scheme but is unlikely.
Jeremiah adds the 49ers could trade back or move into the second round, where UCF DE Malachi Lawrence would fit.

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49ers Weigh Pick

The 49ers are weighing the No. 27 pick in the 2026 Draft.
Daniel Jeremiah says the team could pick a lineman or rusher, noting tackles may have higher first-round value.
He lists Miami DE Akheem Mesidor and Clemson T. J. Parker and says Kenyon Sadiq fits Shanahan’s scheme but is unlikely.
Jeremiah adds the 49ers could trade back or move into the second round, where UCF DE Malachi Lawrence would fit.

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