San Francisco 49ers make eight selections and receive grades in 2026 NFL Draft

6 articles · Updated · Tennessean · Apr 24

The 49ers traded out of the first round and began their draft with De'Zhaun Stribling, wide receiver from Ole Miss, at No. 33 overall.
Other notable picks include Romello Height (EDGE, Texas Tech) and Kaelon Black (RB, Indiana), with instant grades ranging from C to B for early selections.
San Francisco focused on addressing needs at receiver and pass rush amid reports of Brandon Aiyuk's impending exit, rounding out their draft with picks across multiple positions.

Does this draft reveal a shift in 49ers' philosophy from star power to roster depth?

Can rookie De'Zhaun Stribling truly fill the void left by star Brandon Aiyuk?

Why did the 49ers use a high pick on a running back who received an 'F' grade?

Was trading out of the first round a savvy move or a critical mistake for a contender?

With a D+ grade, did the 49ers' draft just hurt their Super Bowl chances?

How much will Kaelon Black's arrival really impact Christian McCaffrey's massive workload?