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Zach's Draft Corner: Final Mock Draft

April 19, 2019

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2. San Francisco 49ers - Nick Bosa, DE, Ohio State University 

With Kyler Murray going first overall, I believe the 49ers stay put and take Nick Bosa, completing the flip of one of their worst position groups to one of their best.  Bosa is an all-around stud on the edge.  However, if the Cardinals agree and take Bosa first, I believe that they will look to trade down with a team that may want Kyler Murray (such as the Raiders or the Giants).  While a second edge defender is needed, picking up a second first-round pick could enable the 49ers to truly go best player available, which might just happen to be Quinnen Williams or Ed Oliver.  I think the 49ers will walk away from the first day of the draft with either Nick Bosa or a combination of Quinnen Williams/Ed Oliver and Clelin Ferrell/Chase Winovich.

Remaining 49er Picks

36. Deebo Samuel, WR, University of South Carolina

Samuel is everything Kyle Shanahan wants in a receiver.  He is great after the catch, his route running and speed allows him to get separation in his routes, he catches almost everything thrown his way.  He's the total package, and I don't see how the 49ers could pass on him if he is on the board.

67. Dru Samia, IOL, University of Oklahoma

The 49ers need help at the guard position, without a long-term solution really present on the roster.  Dru Samia is a perfect fit in a zone scheme, combining strength and athleticism in a way that would greatly benefit the offensive line.  Samia can play on either side, and would improve a porous interior offensive line.

104. Mike Jackson, CB, University of Miami

This pick is based on the idea that Tarvarius Moore will be moved back to free safety, leaving the 49ers short one cornerback on the outside.  Jackson has athleticism combined with the best press technique of any cornerback in this draft.  He didn't create too many turnovers, making many question his ball skills, but he was rarely tested due to his ability to cover top receivers on the outside.

176. Jalen Hurd, WR, Baylor University

The Hurd momentum is gathering, but I think he could potentially be had in the sixth round due to his inexperience at the position.  However, much like Samuel, Hurd is everything Shanahan wants in a receiver.  He is supremely athletic, catches the ball well, can run after the catch, and can separate with his speed and surprising nuance in route running.  Hurd's best fit may be as a big slot receiver, but there is a place for that in today's NFL.  Hurd is my draft crush, and will be until he gets taken elsewhere.

212. Tommy Sweeney, TE, Boston College

Sweeney is the ideal second tight end for the 49ers.  He won't require a high pick, he is one of the best blockers not named T.J. Hockenson, and he is a reliable receiver who understands where to find the holes in zone coverag