INDIANAPOLIS — Looking ahead eight weeks, 49ers general manager John Lynch knows what he is seeking from the team's first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft."A difference maker. That's what you want. You want a difference maker," Lynch told NBC Sports Bay Area on Wednesday at the NFL Scouting Combine."And they don't need to be that right away. But someone who you believe can potentially become a difference maker. That high, you'd love them to come in and contribute right away, but to be a difference maker."The 49ers own the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft and expect to have a total of 10 selections during the three-day session (April 24-26).A year ago, the 49ers' first four selections came at positions where the 49ers figured to have needs in the future.Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall was chosen in the first round. This year, the 49ers are prepared to trade Deebo Samuel. Cornerback Renardo Green was chosen in the second round. Veteran Charvarius Ward is set for free agency.Then, the 49ers selected guard Dominick Puni and safety Malik Mustapha one year before guard Aaron Banks and safety Talanoa Hufanga were scheduled for free agency.Lynch said the plan is to draft for need...
Lynch reveals what 49ers are looking for with No. 11 overall pick
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