Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers

John Lynch: 49ers are CLOSE with Trent Williams, Don't Expect First Round WR

Mar 30, 2026
Negotiations around Trent Williams and how the offensive line shapes the team’s draft priorities take center stage. Debates heat up over drafting wide receivers versus investing in linemen. Veteran receiver signings and roster strategy, plus injury and NFLPA report updates, factor into how the roster might be built for another Super Bowl push.
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INSIGHT

49ers Lean Away From Early Round Receivers

  • John Lynch signaled the 49ers are unlikely to draft a wide receiver early given rising receiver prices and veteran additions like Mike Evans and Christian Kirk.
  • Brian Peacock and Eric Crocker argue San Francisco prefers adding veteran 'grown men' and later-round receivers over paying $40M+ contracts.
ADVICE

Draft Depth Over One Expensive Receiver

  • Draft multiple receivers in rounds two to four instead of paying one huge contract; build depth of 'three number twos' rather than one $40M receiver.
  • Eric Crocker recommends drafting and rotating cost-controlled receivers to avoid crippling cap flexibility.
INSIGHT

49ers Close To A Trent Williams Deal

  • John Lynch said talks with Trent Williams have 'intensified' and the team feels 'on the precipice' of a deal while noting age complicates negotiations.
  • Peacock and Crocker view Williams as priority one and expect a restructure or short-term extension to keep him in San Francisco.
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