The San Francisco 49ers added to their Day 2 arsenal after trading back twice and completely out of the first round of the 2026 NFL draft. As such, San Francisco now has picks at Nos. 33, 58 and 90 — great spots to add depth at various positions.
We scoured the top Day 2 mock drafts to see what experts think the 49ers will do with their picks. Here's a roundup of those predictions:
The 49ers didn't make a first-round pick after trading down twice in the first round. They could look to add some pass-rushing help with Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams both coming off torn ACLs.
The 49ers signed Mike Evans during the offseason, but it would behoove the team to add a potential successor for the 32-year-old wide-out.
If not for a torn ACL late in the 2025 college season, Bell would have gotten some first-round buzz. He’s explosive for his 6-2, 222-pound frame, but it isn’t clear exactly when he will be able to return from the injury. San Francisco can afford to wait on him and hope he develops into a high-quality weapon.
The 49ers should start planning for life after Trent Williams. Barber (6-7, 318 pounds) is a tall tackle who was a three-year starter on the left side at Florida. He is a great run blocker but will need to improve against speed rushers at the NFL level.
The 49ers traded out of the first round and likely will field plenty of offers for this pick on Friday night, but Young fits the build of a traditional San Francisco pass rusher. The 49ers finished last in the league in sacks in 2025, and Young has the juice to elevate the unit this fall.
The 49ers may consider a tackle, but they need help on the interior, too. Pregnon, who stands 6' 4" and 314 pounds, has four years of starting experience at guard and brings a tough, physical presence.
The 49ers moved out of Round 1, but the chance to take the player I originally predicted for them is still here as McNeil-Warren slips to Round 2. After watching rival Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori neutralize offenses, former safety and 49ers general manager John Lynch can draft his own version.
San Francisco added Mike Evans in free agency, and they like Ricky Pearsall as a deep threat, but an intermediate option from the slot is needed. Williams is a precise route runner with consistent hands and yards-after-catch ability.
Thomas is a personal favorite in this draft class and has been on my radar since his high school days, when he was a late riser. He brings so much energy to the field and is relentless in pursuit of the quarterback. There are so many in this class who can set the edge, but not push the pocket or push the pocket, but not set the edge. Thomas is one I'd want in my corner to potentially grow into that well-rounded starter.
Among Day 2 options at the wide receiver position, Bell has arguably the most potential. He has great size and is dynamic with the ball in space. There is absolutely some boom or bust potential with him coming off an injury, but he could develop into something more than the complementary receiver often found on Day 2.
McNeil-Warren was a top-30 player on my final board and would check off a need for the 49ers, who moved out of the first round after missing out on “a couple of players” they had targeted, according to GM John Lynch. The best tackles in this draft are now gone, so it might make sense for San Francisco to check off another need here first.
If there’s a tackle worth taking in Round 2 this year, it’s Tiernan. The hulking 6-7, 323-pounder has an outstanding work ethic and an even better anchor.
The 49ers could opt for a tackle or edge defender here, but they displayed heavy interest in receivers with their documented top-30 visits — which makes sense given their need for more depth at the position. Boston’s blend of separation skill, contested catch ability (career 76.9% rate) and run-blocking prowess (77.1 grade in 2025) feel like too much to pass up for Kyle Shanahan considering the team lacks reliably healthy options out wide.
After acquiring Denzel Boston at the top of the second round, San Francisco will presumably add a defensive playmaker at Pick 58. Jacas’ 88.0 PFF pass-rush grade and 14.9% pass-rush win rate are needed on a 49ers front that ranked 23rd in pass-rush grade at the position — especially after losing Bryce Huff to retirement.
This article originally appeared on Niners Wire: Day 2 mock draft: Who do experts think the 49ers will take?