Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers 49ERS SQUAD SHOW: WAY TOO EARLY PREDICTIONS for 2026, Prolific Pass Game Returning to SF?
Mar 20, 2026
Dwayne Bord, four-time Super Bowl champion and veteran analyst, breaks down roster moves and roster-construction thinking. They debate Mike Evans' impact on a potential prolific passing attack. Short takes on edge-rush needs, tackle options, draft philosophy, and a needed No. 2 running back to protect McCaffrey.
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Free Agency Fixed Some Holes But Edge Remains Urgent
- The 49ers addressed major needs in free agency at offensive line and wide receiver but still lack a reliable edge pass rusher.
- Hosts highlight veterans like Cam Jordan or a cheap familiar option like Clee Farrell as practical bridges before the draft.
Sign A Veteran Edge Or Safety Before The Draft
- Sign one more veteran edge rusher or a veteran safety before the draft to avoid reaching on depth in the draft.
- The hosts argue this prevents leaving the roster thin and reduces pressure to draft immediate contributors at 27.
First Round Record Shows Picking For Need Backfires
- The 49ers have a mixed history in high first-round picks with several notable misses like Solomon Thomas and Trey Lance.
- Hosts recommend prioritizing best-player-available rather than system fits to reduce costly bust risk.