Niners' Draft Flops: Why They're NFL's Worst

0:00On April 27, the San Francisco 49ers are catching major heat from draft experts and beat writers for their shaky history of picking players. While the Los Angeles Rams give props for smart trades under General Manager Les Sneed, John Lynch and the Niners keep whiffing on high picks and reaches that don't pan out. Analyst Warren Sharp, straight up, called the 49ers the worst team in the league at drafting, and local reporters are piling on. Even with playoff runs, they haven't turned those selections into rings like they could have. Fans and insiders are fed up, pointing to the massive trade-up for quarterback Tray Lance in 2021. Three first rounders and more gone for. A guy who lasted just two seasons, it's the kind of move that leaves everyone scratching their heads. Other flops include grabbing Kicker Jake Moody way too early in the third round last year. Tied in Cameron Latu, who got hurt and never played, and why receiver Jordan Watkins, who barely saw the field. These reaches highlight a pattern of burning picks without payoff.

1:04Meanwhile, Sneed flips picks for vets like Matthew Stafford and Vaughn Miller, building winners. Until Lynch flips the script on draft day, the Niners stay in that bridesmaid spot and the Rams keep laughing to the bank.