The San Francisco 49ers traded out of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, moving from No. 27 to No. 30 and then to No. 33. They acquired additional picks, including No. 90 and No. 179, while making key player signings prior to the draft.
Key points
San Francisco 49ers traded out of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft
Moved from No. 27 to No. 30 and then to No. 33
Acquired additional picks including No. 90 and No. 179
Made significant player signings before the draft
Re-signed veteran offensive tackle Trent Williams
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The Niners were originally slated to make their first round pick at No. 27 but they traded down to the No. 30 pick, sending No. 27 to the Miami Dolphins. San Francisco also received the No. 90 pick in the third round.
Once the No. 30 selection came around, they traded down again. The 49ers skipped out on a first round selection, trading the No. 30 pick to the New York Jets for additional picks.
New York sent No. 33 and No. 179, a second- and fifth-rounder, to San Francisco.
The 49ers came into this draft having made splash signings: receivers Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, defensive backs Jack Jones and Nate Hobbs. They re-signed veteran offensive tackle Trent Williams.
Entering the draft, San Francisco seemingly needed to focus on safety, defensive edge and the offensive line.
Here are the 49ers' draft selections and what experts are saying:
Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park.
Q&A
Why did the San Francisco 49ers trade out of the first round in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The 49ers aimed to acquire more picks in later rounds, trading down from No. 27 to No. 30 and then to No. 33.
What picks did the 49ers receive in their trades during the 2026 NFL Draft?
San Francisco received the No. 90 pick in the third round and additional picks No. 33 and No. 179 from the New York Jets.
Who did the 49ers sign before the 2026 NFL Draft?
The 49ers made significant signings, including receivers Mike Evans and Christian Kirk, and re-signed offensive tackle Trent Williams.
What was the 49ers' original draft position in the 2026 NFL Draft?
The 49ers were originally set to pick at No. 27 in the first round before trading down.
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Carnell Tate of Ohio State.
Kayden McDonald of Ohio State.
Francis Mauigoa of Miami.
Arvell Reese of Ohio State.
Mansoor Delane of LSU.
Dillon Thieneman of Oregon.
Rueben Bain Jr. of Miami arrives prior to the 2026 NFL Draft.
Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson poses on the red carpet.
Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker David Bailey.
Colton Hood of Tennessee.
Kadyn Proctor of Alabama arrives prior to the 2026 NFL Draft.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Jeremiyah Love poses on the red carpet before the 2026 NFL Draft at Point State Park.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Carnell Tate of Ohio State.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Kayden McDonald of Ohio State.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Francis Mauigoa of Miami.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Arvell Reese of Ohio State.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Mansoor Delane of LSU.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Dillon Thieneman of Oregon.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Rueben Bain Jr. of Miami arrives prior to the 2026 NFL Draft.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson poses on the red carpet.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker David Bailey.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Colton Hood of Tennessee.
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Fashion and football meet in Pittsburgh on the NFL draft red carpet
Kadyn Proctor of Alabama arrives prior to the 2026 NFL Draft.
49ers 2026 NFL Draft picks
The 49ers now have six picks in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's the complete list:
Round 2, Pick 33
Round 2, Pick 58
Round 3, Pick 90
Round 4, Pick 127
Round 4, Pick 133
Round 4, Pick 138
Round 4, Pick 139
Round 5, Pick 179
49ers 2026 NFL Draft needs
Offensive line
The 49ers could use an upgrade at left guard but also need to think about finding a successor for Trent Williams, who turns 38 in July.
Edge rusher
San Francisco posted the second-worst pressure rate in the league last season, per NFL Next Gen Stats. The 49ers should improve in that area with Nick Bosa and 2025 first-round pick Mykel Williams returning from season-ending injuries, but fortifying the pass rushing rotation needs to be a priority for John Lynch.
Wide receiver
Mike Evans and Christian Kirk signed with the 49ers in free agency, but the team could stand to add young depth to its rotation behind the 32- and 29-year-old veterans. Using one of the team's many mid-round selections on a pass-catching understudy to partner with Ricky Pearsall long-term would be wise.
