San Francisco 49ers

2026 Draft Playbook|Pick #27|7 total picks

Overall

Offense

Defense

The San Francisco 49ers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with an overall roster grade of D. Their biggest needs are at CB, QB. Selecting at #27 in the first round, the team is well-positioned to address these gaps, and Cashius Howell represents an ideal fit.

Address CB earlyCashius Howell is the ideal fitStrategy: Multiple holes - BPA approach

Position Needs

EDGE

Pick Recommendations

Round 1Pick #27

Primary Target

Cashius Howell

Texas A&M

EDGE67F&D

Best available EDGE - addresses top need

Strategy: Balance need and value

Round 2Pick #59

Recommendations pending draft board finalization.

Strategy: Consider trade down

Round 3Pick #91

Recommendations pending draft board finalization.

Strategy: Consider trade down

Cap Situation

Cap Health

Available Cap

$0.0M

Flexibility

MEDIUM

Moderate cap space. Can address 1-2 needs in FA, draft should target remaining gaps. Value picks important in middle rounds.

Trade Outlook

Hold pick unless significant offer

Draft Day Strategy

### Draft Day Strategy **Approach:** Multiple holes - BPA approach Picking late in round one, San Francisco 49ers benefit from seeing how the board falls. Best available player makes sense here. **Trade Outlook:** Hold pick unless significant offer

Last updated: March 27, 2026