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The San Francisco 49ers are 20-6 when the Three Amigos are on the field together. If they stay healthy you can forget about a "rebuil... -
Nope, it's not a misprint. After trading up to the #3 pick from #12, the 49ers have put themselves in a position to select their franch...
De'Angelo Ponds is so ridiculously good.
ReplyDeleteWhere do you see him going?
DeleteI like Ponds. But, his size is a concern for me. While he plays with the heart of a lion the collisions of game with his small statue may takes it toll on his body sooner than later.
DeleteHe'll go round 2.
DeleteAES, all true. He'll also still likely end up a really good player.
He very well could be, Scooter. One of favorite players of years ago was Safety Bob Sanders of the Colts. I loved his playing style, but his small stature eventually caused a number of injuries.
DeleteLast year, rookie Upton Stout (small stature) was nicked up in almost every game he played. That's my concern with smaller players.
Big guys beat up little guys.
DeleteThe guy he reminds me of most is Jason Verrett, so you could well be right.
DeleteVerrett was so good too. Good comp.
DeleteAgree. Verrett was a great player. But, his body started to break down due a lot to his size.
DeleteDeMonte Capehart (6’5 313) Clemson
ReplyDelete+ Strong hands
+ Physical run stopper
+ 9.97 relative athletic score
+ 0 missed tackles in 2024
+ Anchor strength against double teams
+ 8.6% stop rate in 2025
+ Gap integrity
- Limited pass rush arsenal and plan
- Sixth-year senior
- 6.6% win rate on true pass sets in 2025
- 3 career sacks
Draft projection: Day 3
There are 3 players projected in the Top-100 picks who broke a tackle on more than 30% of their rushes/receptions:
ReplyDelete⭐️ Jeremiyah Love (30.9%)
⭐️ Omar Cooper Jr. (31.3%)
⭐️ Jonah Coleman (31.5%)
I know the 49ers seldom trade back with their 1st round picks but is there a chance with as few picks as they have this year of them trading back in the 1st round to get a 3rd round pick. How far would they have to trade back to pick up a 3rd and a 6th? If they could make that trade a long with trading back one of their 4th round picks they could return to a full arsenal of picks
ReplyDeleteThe NFL, likely worth over $225 billion, is hesitating to pay its referees more. Their contract expires on May 31, and referees earn between $200,000 and $250,000 per season for part-time work. Replacement officials just don’t cut it, even with instant replay.
ReplyDeleteI was ready to tout Ark. RB Mike Washington as a possible 2-3rd pick because of his size and 4.3 40 speed.
ReplyDeleteBut, the 49ers already have that type of player in Guerendo. Which begs the question, what do the 49ers plan on doing with Guerendo?
IMO Guerendo is a cut candidate. He will most likely compete with the UDFA RB that we will pick up and based on his trajectory this far......will most likely be cut.
DeleteIt also begs the question, why tout Washington?
DeleteI don't mind taking a late round flyer on athletic traits, but not a day 2 pick.
Maybe this is the antithesis of the smaller players. But, I like Washington's 6'1" 220 lbs and 4.3 40. He could be a banger on the inside that the 49ers were hoping to get from Brian Robinson.
DeleteIf he drops to the 3rd rd is he more attractive to you?
More attractive than in the 2nd, sure. But he's a day 3 guy imo. Only 1 really good year of production in 5 years. Not convinced.
DeleteMug,
ReplyDeleteYou might be right. I'm a little confused as to what Guerendo did or hasn't done that put him on the bench last year. He showed some flashes as a rookie then went into hibernation.
It's more what he doesn't do. Play RB with any kind of instincts. Give him a runway and he looks good.
DeleteVision in this system is my primary trait when evaluating RB's.
DeleteAgree ....vision is lacking. There are many times where he just runs into the Oline and doesn't see the window as it opens. I would also if you can't block, you won't get the rock here.
DeleteHis ST play is also not up to the mark. Maybe was not scrutinized under Schneider, but doesn't cut it with Boyer.
His injury history doesn't do him any favors too.
Sounds more like the 49ers failed to do their due diligence on Guerendo.
DeleteHe was a roll of the dice. Might be snake eyes for him this year.
DeleteAES,
DeleteI think in the 2024 draft, we picked Mustapha in the 4th round and then there was a run on RBs.
Bucky Irving went first to Tampa, followed immediately by Will Shipley to the Eagles. I think one of those two were our targets. That is why I think our FO/Shanny probably panicked and picked their next best RB on the board.....happened to be Guerendo.
Hate to put it like this. But this sounds like desperate draft pick. I agree with Razor, Guerendo was a roll of the dice. A 4th rd pick is not a major whiff if Guerendo is not on the 26 roster.
DeleteThe 49ers-Rams Week 1 opener will begin at 5:35 p.m. PT on Thursday, Sept 10 at the 100,000-seat Melbourne Cricket Ground.
ReplyDeleteThat means it will be a Friday, 10:35 a.m. kickoff in Melbourne. Look for the 49ers to arrive well in advance of that game.
Anyone else removed Zion Young from their draft boards? Who else am I missing with character red flags at positions of need?
ReplyDeleteI've not heard of any other top 75 prospects with major character concerns. A few questions on level of commitment on some guys, but nothing major.
DeleteThanks.
DeleteZavion Thomas (5’10 190) LSU
ReplyDelete+ Elite straight-line speed and ran a 4.28 40-yard dash
+ Return ability with 3 career return touchdowns
+ Competitive as a blocker
+ Elusiveness in the open field
+ Reliable hands with just a 4.5% drop rate for his career
+ Versatile player that can be used on handoffs, reverses, and screens
+ Sharpness at the top of his routes
- 1.50 yards per route ran in 2025
- Limited catch radius with just 30 1/2” arm length
- Most productive season receiving was in 2023 with 503 yards
Draft projection: Day 3
Red Murdock’s tape is really good. 10 games double 10+ tackles, fiights through trash really well and is extremely physical.
ReplyDeleteOklahoma EDGE R Mason Thomas | Past Two Seasons:
ReplyDelete🔴 15.5 Sacks (2nd in SEC)
🔴 91.4 Pass Rush Grade (4th in SEC)
Skyler Bell from a data standpoint:
ReplyDelete▪️Target Share: 34%
▪️YPRR: 3.1
▪️30% team air yard share
▪️65% of yds came after catch
▪️Top 15% percentile in target volume at every level
This guy is my 2nd favorite in the draft after Chris Brazzell II. 3rd favorite is Germie Bernard. Assuming we pick Edge in Rd 1.
DeleteIf we get one of these 3, I will be ecstatic!
Baylor WR Ashtyn Hawkins spoke with the Cowboys and 49ers prior to his Pro Day. Hawkins will attend the Cowboys local Pro Day on April 2nd.
ReplyDeleteCamp bodies/ PS are also important. Can find some gold in UDFAs too.
DeleteDae’quan Wright (6’4 246) Ole Miss
ReplyDelete+ Physicality at the point of attack as a blocker and locates and connects with his target when he is blocking out in space
+ Thick frame and tough to bring down after the catch
+ Straight-line speed and ran a 4.55 40-yard dash time
+ 635 receiving yards and 5 touchdowns during the 2025 season
+ Alignment versatility to play in-line, in the slot, and even outside
- Just a 26.7% contested catch rate for his career
- 9.6% career drop rate but it was only 4.9% in 2025
- Lacks top end explosiveness and lateral agility
Draft projection: Day 3
CMU EDGE Michael Heldman
ReplyDelete"There are flashes where his footwork & hand usage are tightly synced, giving off shades of a Bosa-style pass-rush rhythm."
Greg Cosell's top 10 receivers in the draft:
ReplyDeletehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=B0PrNxyzq9k
He's quite high on Ted Hurst.
Route Adjusted YAC over expected for the WRs the 49ers met with: KC Concepcion - 37% more YAC than expected Denzel Boston - 11% more Jordan Hudson - 10% more Omar Cooper Jr - 7% more
DeleteThe more I look at it the more I think I would take Brazzel over Boston.
ReplyDeleteThe upside is higher, the route tree was more limited for Brazzel but at least he showed up against a big opponent . Boston against osu and Oregon didnt crack 30 yards. Thats a red flag for me.
Brazzel got 60 plus yards against every ranked opponent.
I get that Brazzel has shown less diversity in terms of routes due to the Tenn system, but he was more consistent and wasn't a complete non factor against very good teams. Couple that with higher upside and I'd go with him over Boston.
His contested catch rate isn't good. He plays small. My red flag.
DeleteMaybe it's just that Tennessee system, but I don't trust Brazzell.
DeleteI don't think he's going to be a contested catch guy in the NFL. He did ok with contested catches this last year, but overall he's been poor.
So for him to be good I think he needs to win the way a smaller WR wins. Hard to do at his size.
I'm with ya there Shoup! Love his body control and he is blessed with size and speed that you can't teach.
DeleteHe will thrive with an accurate QB like Brock!
I'll be Ok with Boston too. He is slower and you are right about his stats against good opponents, but he is a football player....blocks his ass off. But the higher upside IMO is Brazell.
I will say, if we go back to my comments the past few months about adding young blue chippers, Brazzell has that kind of upside if his game can translate to the NFL.
DeleteI don't think it will translate to being more than #3/#4 vertical threat WR like MVS, but if it does, he could be dangerous due to his vertical threat.
AFC Personnel director: "Logan Jones plays like he's got 2 kids and a mortgage to pay. He's got that grown man effort".
ReplyDeletePass catchers in this class with 25+% of their "targets" being uncatchable...
ReplyDeleteDonaven McCulley 32.1%
Ted Hurst 29.3%
Dallen Bentley 28.6%
Dae'Quan Wright 27.7%
Germie Bernard 26.9%
Malachi Fields 26.6%
Reggie Virgil 25.8%
Caleb Douglas 25.8%
KC Concepcion 25%
Denzel Boston 25%
📊 Highest pressure-to-sack conversion rates among 2026 NFL Draft EDGE prospects in 2025, per TruMedia:
ReplyDeleteCashius Howell, TXAM - 28.0%
Gabe Jacas, Illinois - 26.8%
Derrick Moore, Michigan - 24.4%
Caden Curry, Ohio St. - 23.9%
Nadame Tucker, W. Mich. - 23.8%
Vincent Anthony Jr., Duke - 23.4%
Michael Heldman, C. Mich. - 19.8%
Akheem Mesidor, Miami - 18.7%
Bryan Thomas Jr, S. Car. - 18.4%
David Bailey, Texas Tech - 17.9%