NFL Draft: Jager Burton as Niners' Late-Round Gem

0:00On April 9th, the San Francisco 49ers don't splash big draft picks on offensive linemen often. In nine drafts under Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch, they've grabbed just one first-rounder, one second-rounder, and one third-rounder up front. That means they're smart to eye later round gyms, like University of Kentucky's Jager Burton for their 2026 needs. Sports Illustrated Justin Mella linked Burton perfectly to the Niners as a developmental pick. With their love for versatile linemen and thin depth inside at left guard in center, his skills line up just right. Burton stands six foot four, 312 pounds, and brings serious flexibility. He can play left guard, center, or right guard, making him a plug and play depth guy from day one. At the NFL Combine, he tested as the top athletic center per NFL.com scores. Plus, he's a four-year starter with 47 starts and 50 games for the Wildcats. 23 at left guard, 15 at center, and 9 at right guard.

1:01He's a day three prospect, not ready to star right away, but his multi-spot backup role could earn him a roster spot and set him up to claim A. Starting gig down the road for San Fran. This has been NFL News Today, powered by AI. I'm Corey with The Story.