Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers Minkah Fitzpatrick, Rashan Gary and Other Trade Options for the San Francisco 49ers
Feb 20, 2026
A heated 2026 trade market is unpacked, with discussions on Minkah Fitzpatrick and other high-profile safeties. Potential edge rushers like Rashan Gary and interior linemen options are explored. Trade targets at wide receiver and surprising names on the move are debated. Draft-versus-trade strategy for strengthening the defense and offense is a recurring theme.
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Minkah Fitzpatrick As Transformative Upgrade
- Minkah Fitzpatrick remains a high-impact, instinctual safety who can solidify a secondary and make teammates better.
- Brian Peacock argues the 49ers could acquire him without surrendering a first-round pick and absorb ~ $15M in salary to upgrade the back end.
Draft Night Memory Shapes View Of Minkah
- Eric Crocker recalled being at the 2018 draft where he expected Minkah to be picked earlier and referenced nights at a San Francisco bar.
- Crocker uses that draft memory to reinforce his long-term view of Minkah's instincts and fit.
Prefer Veteran Safeties For Immediate Fixes
- Prioritize proven playmakers at safety rather than strictly drafting top rookies if immediate impact is needed.
- Eric Crocker and Brian Peacock recommend trading for an established safety when value aligns with mid-round picks or affordable cap hits.