Keion White trade results: 49ers pick gets traded multiple times

TL;DR

The San Francisco 49ers traded a 2026 sixth-round pick to acquire defensive lineman Keion White from the New England Patriots. The pick has since changed hands multiple times, ultimately being used by the Patriots to select quarterback Behren Morton.

Key points

49ers traded a 2026 sixth-round pick for Keion White
White recorded 24 pressures in 11 games for the 49ers
Patriots traded the pick received from the 49ers multiple times

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - FEBRUARY 28: Behren Morton of the Texas Tech Red Raiders throws a pass during the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on February 28, 2026 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) | Getty Images The San Francisco 49ers had one major move near the trade deadline last season, acquiring Keion White from the New England Patriots for a 2026 sixth-round pick. It was a move made for both the present and the future, as White is under contract for the 2026 season. But it also depleted the 49ers’ draft capital a bit more, as San Francisco is currently slated to hold just six draft picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. With the draft coming up, let’s revisit the trade between the two sides.

Original terms of the Keion White trade to the 49ers

San Francisco 49ers receive: DL Keion White
New England Patriots receive: 2026 sixth-round pick (No. 198) This pick was traded three more times. What was originally the 49ers ended up being sent to the Vikings, to the Texans, then back to the Vikings for Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne.

How did Keion White play for the 49ers in 2025?

White was arguably San Francisco’s most disruptive pass rusher last year, at least on the interior after coming in during the trade deadline. He was a versatile piece, used both on the edge and on the inside, and registered 24 pressures in 11 games, ranking third on the team. White’s 12.5 percent pass rush win rate was third among defensive linemen behind Yetur Gross-Matos and , and he also had more than one year of team control. He’s got a cap hit of just $1.8 million for the upcoming year, and should fit in better in more of a rotational role for the 49ers this season. Currently, the 49ers have , , and White as the team’s top edge rushers for 2025.

Q&A

What were the terms of the Keion White trade between the 49ers and Patriots?

The San Francisco 49ers received defensive lineman Keion White, while the New England Patriots received a 2026 sixth-round pick (No. 198).

How did Keion White perform for the 49ers in the 2025 season?

Keion White was a key pass rusher for the 49ers, recording 24 pressures in 11 games and ranking third on the team with a 12.5 percent pass rush win rate.

What did the Patriots do with the sixth-round pick received from the 49ers?

The Patriots traded the sixth-round pick (No. 198) for picks 234 and a 2027 sixth-rounder, using pick 234 to select quarterback Behren Morton.