The Draft Field
The Entire Draft Draft Trades As soon as the move was made it was obvious what the 49ers move would be. The 49ers sent their second third round pick, number 82 acquired from the Packers yesterday and swapped their first round picks. The 49ers also sent a seventh rounder acquired from the Packers number 222 overall and received sixth round pick (No. 191). |
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Draftee Profiles: The 49ers moved up two spots to jump ahead of Andre Carter. At defensive end, Carter is extremely explosive. He has an incredible vertical that show great lower body strength. A pure pass rusher, Carter will aid the 49ers defense greatly. He is expected to start immediately opposite of John Engelberger. Carter will also bring Bryant Young some help along the line. Walsh stated that "[Carter] was the man all along...He's lightyears ahead of many defensive lineman in the NFL today."
The 49ers second selection was Jamie Winborn. This young linebacker is a little short at only 6'0" bust is a great player.
Winborn played middle linebacker in college. He is a class act
with a great work ethic. Has very good football instincts.
He's pretty quick for his size but makes decisions faster than most
players. Is a student of the game. Will need some work in
coverage circumstances. Very smart, and has been seen at NFL
practices getting tips.
The 49ers third pick filled their running back needs. Barlow is one of the most talented backs in this years draft class. He runs with
power and authority, hitting the hole quickly despite a slower 40-time. He makes
defenders miss, and can get down field, either by power, or elusiveness. He has
good hands and is a willing blocker. Barlow does need to work on breaking
tackles, improving his vision, and being more patient. Otherwise he provides a
bunch of talent for what may be a bargain pick.
With their fourth pick, the 49ers went after a wide receiver who can also return kicks. Cederick Wilson
is a small quick receiver who is tough, and willing to catch in a
crowd. He's a good blocker, even better considering his size, and
have really quit feet. He will likely be the guy the 9ers turn to
when it comes to kick returns, but will face some competition from NFL
Europe candidate Dwight Carter.
With their fifth pick, the second in round six the 49ers drafted
Rashad Holman a cornerback. Holman has good size and speed.
He's a slightly streaky player and the 49ers will try and harness his
'good days'. Holman will likely be a back up along with
third year players Anthony Parker this season. He will see time on
should see time in nickel and dime packages as well as special teams. With the 49ers sixth pick, their final in round six the team selected Menson Holloway.
Holloway is a gifted athlete who has played several different positions
before stabilizing in 2000 at defensive tackle. As he learned the
position he became a pretty good pass rusher. He's quick off the
snap, but is undersized for defensive tackle, and too short for
defensive end. He's essentially a project for the team, and some
competition for Reggie McGrew and Cederick Killings. The 49ers first pick in the seventh round was used on
their second linebacker in the draft.
Needing immediate help and
depth at this position, the 49ers drafted Alex Lincoln. Lincoln is
not the most talented football player, but gives you his "A"
game every time he steps on the field. He plays middle
linebacker, and goes out trying to prove something on every play.
He's a self made man with loads of determination, and a great work
ethic. Has the attitude it takes to be a 49er. The 49ers final selection of the draft was a tight end.
I was one of few people who felt the 49ers would draft a tight end, and Eric Johnson,
the 49ers "Mr. Irrelevant" came through for me. The
49ers need depth at the tight end position and Johnson should be able to
provide them with that. He will compete with Terrence Dupree and
Justin Swift for a roster position. He has good hands but lacks
some speed and size. Can play backup punter.
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