The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for the 2025 NFL draft with 11 picks as they aim to strengthen their roster for contention in the NFC West and Super Bowl. While the focus is on their No. 11 overall pick in the first round, the team is also meeting with prospects outside the first round to make the most of their selections.
Among the players the 49ers have shown interest in are defensive tackles Omari Thomas from Tennessee and Darius Alexander from Toledo. Alexander, a standout at 6-foot-4 and 305 pounds, is ranked as the No. 6 defensive tackle and No. 46 overall prospect by ESPN. Meanwhile, Thomas, a Memphis native, brings a solid track record from his time with the Volunteers and is seen as a potential late-round pick or undrafted addition for San Francisco.
With a focus on revamping their defensive interior, the 49ers are keen on finding suitable replacements for their departed starting defensive tackles from last season. The team's multiple picks in the second and third rounds provide flexibility to address key positions in the upcoming draft.