Category Archives: 2010 draft

Before we let go of the draft completely, I wanted to solicit the opinion of a legitimate draft-watcher. Rob Rang, head evaluator for NFLDraftScout.com, is a guy I’ve relied on in the past for honest, insightful analysis. I talked to Rob today and checked off his opinions of the 49ers’ maneuvers.
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Here’s a nice piece of work by the Niners Nation blog, which contacted another blogger who covers Rutgers football and which now appears on, uh, my blog. (Mind-bloggling, isn’t it?) Anyway, the Rutgers guy presents a mixed view of first-round … Continue reading →

The first Trent Baalke-Mike Singletary draft is complete with the 49ers selecting eight players during the three-day session.   Yes, we write that it was a Baalke-Singletary draft . . . because that’s exactly what it was.

The 49ers’ final draft pick of the day was cornerback Philip Adams, a 5-10, 192-pounder from South Carolina State. The pick was in the seventh round, the No. 224 overall pick.

The 49ers picked up wide receiver Kyle Williams of Arizona State with the club’s final sixth-round pick, No. 206 overall.

The 49ers came back with their second pick in the sixth round to select tight end Nate Byham of Pitt. He’s 6-4, 265 pounds and considered a blocking specialist.

The 49ers got their third running back with their first selection on Saturday, selecting Mississippi State running back Anthony Dixon.

Get out your 49ers pre-draft checklist. OK, here it is. Now, let’s see what the 49ers would like to accomplish on THE final day.

After two days in the draft, the 49ers have added four players. On Thursday, they focused on the offensive line with the additions of tackle Anthony Davis and guard Mike Iupati in the first round.   On Friday, the 49ers’ … Continue reading →

The 49ers selected Penn State linebacker Navorro Bowman, a 6-foot, 240-pounder, with their pick in the third round. It was the No. 91 overall selection.