Gabe Jacas: Niners' Power Edge Rusher Target

0:00It's April 7th, welcome to NFL News Today, powered by AI, I'm Corey with the story. The San Francisco 49ers are getting buzzed about targeting Edge Russia gave Joccas in the 2026 NFL Draft. This guy is a power player straight out of college, projecting around the 51st overall pick on mock drafts. With the 9ers slotted at 58, he could slide right into their 2nd round spot if they skip Edge Russia's early. Joccas brings that wrestling grit, keeping his hands high and driving Lyman back with leverage and a non-stop motor. He snags hustle sacks and chases plays downfield, making him a force against the run too. But he needs work on his bend to whip around speedy tackles. His counters are mostly power based, and his positioning and run defense could tighten up. Folks compare him to Bradley Chubb, a reliable vet whose dominated matchups without elite athleticism, projecting Joccas as a solid number 2 or low end starter. For the 9ers, Joccas fits as an instant pass rush spark with every down potential, especially

1:05if they don't grab someone in round 1. He's not blazing fast, but his impact could shore up their line right away. Keep an eye on how the draft boards shake out. Joccas might just be the power edge they need to stay in contention.