49ers' Bold Mock Draft Move: Trading Up for Boston

0:00On April 6th, the San Francisco 49ers are shaking things up in this analyst mock draft with a bold first round trade. They're jumping spots early, using their stash of picks to grab a top target, just like they did back in 2021 when they moved of 9. Spots for quarterback, Trey Lance. That Lance move didn't work out, but it shows the team's not shy about swinging big on draft day. Right now, they've got four fourth round picks, cluster between numbers, 127 and 139, perfect ammo for wheeling and dealing. Into the first three rounds. Fans and analysts are buzzing because teams in this range often pounce on falling talent. The 49ers might package a couple early day free picks to snag someone they love, avoiding the risk of missing out as the board clears. Here it is, they're eyeing Washington wide receiver Denzel Boston, a 6 foot 4, 212 pound beast, who's racked up 125. Catches, 1,715 yards, and 20 touchdowns over his last two seasons.

1:04He's got that yards after catch juice, and could step in as a Mike Evans type on the outside. This projection highlights how aggressive General Manager John Lynch stays, always ready to trade for that game changer as the real draft heats up. You've been listening to NFL News today, AI-powered football coverage.