49ers' Top Free Agent Target: John Franklin-Myers

0:00For the NFL, it's March 4th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The San Francisco 49ers are prioritizing a defensive line upgrade this off-season, and John Franklin Myers stands out as their top free agent, Target. The former Denver Broncos Lyman racked up 14.5 sacks over the past two seasons, with 7 in 2024 and 7.5 in 2025. His consistent pressure makes him a prime fit for their needs. Earlier this week, reports highlighted how Franklin Myers evolved from his time with the New York Jets under Robert Salah, now thriving inside for the Broncos. The 49ers new scheme under Rahim Morris calls for versatile players just like him, who can play edge, inside, or even nose tackle, based on. Over 4,000 career snaps. Fans and analysts are buzzing about the potential impact, especially of Nick Bosa and Michael Williams stay healthy.

1:00Pairing Franklin Myers with them and Alfred Collins could create a fearsome early down front, addressing the team's biggest weaknesses of the middle. New projections from SpotRack Pegg, his market value at just $7.9 million per year, on a two-year, $15.8 million. Deal. That's a bargain for a player averaging 7 sacks per season, especially when their current leader managed only four last year. Meanwhile, the defensive tackle for agency pool looks thin this year, with older players or those off-down years dominating the options. Franklin Myers offers scheme fit and value that no one else matches, so will the 49ers pull the trigger? This story is made possible by our sponsor. If earbuds fall out when you sleep, this is for you, a pillow with built-in sound.