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49ers Draft Kaelon Black, DT Halton with Record Vertical

4/27/2026

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The 49ers selected running back Kaelon Black with their third-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to emphasize athleticism.
The eight-player draft included five trades that delivered a 2027 sixth-round pick, the first draft where every selection posted strong Relative Athletic Scores.
The 49ers selected 293-pound defensive tackle Gracen Halton at No. 107, whose 36.5-inch vertical ranked third in history and who posted 13% pressure and 9.9% run-stop rates in 2025.

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Story summary

The 49ers selected running back Kaelon Black with their third-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to emphasize athleticism.
The eight-player draft included five trades that delivered a 2027 sixth-round pick, the first draft where every selection posted strong Relative Athletic Scores.
The 49ers selected 293-pound defensive tackle Gracen Halton at No. 107, whose 36.5-inch vertical ranked third in history and who posted 13% pressure and 9.9% run-stop rates in 2025.