The staff at The Athletic recently conducted a joint mock draft, with one reporter selecting for each team. By the time the San Francisco 49ers were on the hypothetical clock at No.

The 49ers have been searching for a speed rusher to complement Nick Bosa since they traded for Dee Ford five years ago. That's why I project the 49ers to pick Tennessee defensive end James Pearce with the 11th pick in the latest mock draft for On SI.

The San Francisco 49ers signed offensive lineman Ben Bartch to a one-year contract for 2025 that likely puts him in the mix to compete for the starting job at left guard next season

The San Francisco 49ers on Monday announced what could be a key offseason signing. Ben Bartch skipped unrestricted free agency, and opted instead to sign a one-year extension with the 49ers. He’s a player to keep an eye on as the team puts together its starting offensive line.

Whether or not Bartch vies for a starting role, the 49ers sought that option as they face the prospect of losing left guard Aaron Banks and swing tackle Jaylon Moore in free agency. Bartch drew praise last season after starting at Buffalo in place of an injured Banks,