49ers Lose Key Guards, Eye Draft for Replacements

0:00It's March 25th, this is NFL News Today, powered by AI Your Gridiron Update. I'm Corey, with the story. The San Francisco 49ers are shaking up their offensive line this off-season. Their top two left guards, Spencer Berford and Ben Barch, both hit free agency. Berford already signed with the Las Vegas Raiders, leaving the team shorthanded a friend. Earlier this week, Barch landed a new deal with the Detroit Lions. San Francisco Chronicle reporter Eric Branch broke the news on Wednesday that the linemen is heading to the NFC North team for the 2026 season. This move hits the 49ers hard, as both guards were key starters last year. Fans are worried about protecting the quarterback with so much turnover on the line already. Meanwhile, the team is looking ahead to the draft. They are hosting a top-wide receiver prospect for a top 30 visit as they plan for 2026. With free agency still rolling, the 49ers will need to fill those gaps quickly to stay competitive in the NFC West.