Mock Draft Monday - Kiper, Sikkema and Peacock Projections
Mar 1, 2021
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Latest mock drafts project potential trades for the 49ers in the upcoming draft. Should they move up for Justin Fields or Trey Lance? Debate on keeping Jimmy Garoppolo while drafting defense. Insights from Mel Kiper, Trevor Sikkema, and Brian Peacock on first-round projections.
49ers may need to carefully weigh the cost of trading up for a top pick like Justin Fields.
Financial constraints could hinder the 49ers from pursuing ideal free agent options like Curtis Samuel.
Deep dives
Trades and Mock Drafts: Moving up for Justin Fields
Several mock drafts, including those from Trevor Sykama and Mel Kuiper Jr., suggest the 49ers moving up from pick 12 to pick 7 or even pick 3 to select Ohio State quarterback Justin Fields. The potential trades and interest in Fields revolve around his raw talent, toughness, and personal connections to the 49ers coaching staff.
Draft Scenarios and Trade Costs
Analyzing the trade cost from pick 12 to 7 vs. pick 12 to 3, it becomes evident that moving up higher in the draft demands significantly more draft capital. Despite Fields' appeal, the cost of acquiring a top-three pick might be too steep for the 49ers, leading to discussions on alternative draft scenarios
Exploring Draft Strategies Without Second-Round Pick
The draft projections post a hypothetical situation where the 49ers secure Justin Fields early in the first round, but sacrifice their second-round pick. This absence of a second-round selection impacts the team's ability to address critical positions and acquire immediate impact players in later rounds.
Player Analysis and Cap Constraints: Curtis Samuel Interest
Despite the potential fit of wide receiver Curtis Samuel with Kyle Shanahan's system, financial constraints might prevent the 49ers from pursuing him in free agency. Samuel's versatility and play style align well with Shanahan's offensive schemes, showcasing the team's interest in adding dynamic playmakers.
Trades are being projected for the San Francisco 49ers in the latest 2021 mock drafts. Should the Niners move up or back? Justin Fields or Trey Lance? Keep Jimmy Garoppolo and draft defense? The latest from Mel Kiper, Trevor Sikkema of The Draft Network and Brian Peacock's first round mock draft.