With the biggest moves of free agency in the books, the 49ers roster is beginning to take shape. San Francisco was active in the first week, signing key veterans across multiple positions while also parting ways with several contributors, including a blockbuster trade sending WR Deebo Samuel Sr. to the Washington Commanders.
With the draft order now officially set, the 49ers hold 11 selections, including pick No. 11 overall. As experts refine their projections, their consensus is pretty clear: the 49ers could look to reinforce the trenches with a top-tier offensive or defensive lineman in the first round.
Take a look at the latest mock drafts from around the league.
- Jalon Walker - LB/EDGE, Georgia
"The Niners need help on the edge and at linebacker. Enter Walker, who is big enough and athletic enough to do a little bit of everything. The versatility to play off-ball and up front is coveted, and I'd bet Robert Saleh could find some fun ways to deploy him."
- Armand Membou - T, Missouri
"A road-grading right tackle, Membou dominated in his final college season with a 90.6 PFF overall grade. He excelled in pass protection, earning an 82.2 PFF pass-blocking grade on true pass sets and an 87.4 zone PFF pass-blocking grade. Membou's range on reach blocks is exceptional and should fit Kyle Shanahan's varied run scheme."
- Josh Simmons - OT, Ohio State
"The 49ers are in a great spot to invest in the trenches early in the 2025 NFL Draft."
- Will Campbell - OL, LSU
"Dominick Puni was a great find in the third round last year, but the 49ers need to throw resources at this position. Will Campbell is a powerful offensive lineman, who plays with an edge and has the strike power to end reps immediately on first contact."
- Tyler Booker - OG, Alabama
"In a bit of a surprise move, the 49ers use the 11th pick on Tyler Booker, bolstering the interior offensive line with a powerful, stout guard. While his hand placement needs refinement and he isn't elite in space, his strength, flexibility, and length make him a compelling first-round investment."
- Walter Nolen - DL, Ole Miss
"The 49ers take the best player available in Walter Nolen, who has the potential to reach double-digit sacks from the interior defensive line. With this pick, expect the 49ers to also consider a cornerback, maybe even surprise with a tight end, but the smart move for them might be to take someone on the defensive line or off the edge..."
