We asked 17 experts to weigh in on the draft with their top picks, the best classes and Rookie of the Year predictions.

The top of the draft didn't contain many surprises as Miami quarterback Cam Ward, Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter and ...

We look at the potential impact of Jordan Whitehead in the San Francisco 49ers' defensive lineup and as added safety depth.

NFL Media draft analyst Chad Reuter recently highlighted 16 Day 3 draft picks who could compete for starting snaps as rookies ...

The 49ers did not bring back more than a handful of significant defensive players, including defensive linemen Javon Hargrave ...

For all we know, 49ers safety Malik Mustapha could start the season on the PUP list. So while he's out, who will take his place?

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The San Francisco 49ers are hoping you don't realize they aren't serious about competing for a Super Bowl this year, writes ...

NFL Draft is in the books and everyone is still trying to make up ground on the defending Super Bowl champions.

This is an incredible draft. The 49ers just picked Indiana defensive tackle CJ West in Round 4 with pick No. 113.

In an era where pass rushers have become more sleeker, faster and more specialized, Mykel Williams has the opportunity to be a throwback.

He still has plenty of developing to do as a pass rusher, but there's few better places to do that than under defensive ...