The San Francisco 49ers have a knack for finding diamonds in the rough, and one undrafted free agent might just be the next gem to shine in 2026. According to The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner, all eyes should be on Indiana edge rusher Mikail Kamara as the UDFA to watch this offseason.

At first glance, Kamara doesn't jump off the page. He's listed at 6 feet and 250 pounds with sub-32-inch arms—hardly the imposing frame you'd expect from an NFL pass rusher, and his speed won't blow anyone away. But don't let that fool you. What Kamara lacks in size and straight-line speed, he more than makes up for with explosive short-area quickness, lightning-fast hands, and a motor that just doesn't quit. He consistently produced at Indiana and James Madison before that, winning battles both inside and off the edge.

While his 2025 season saw just two sacks, that's a dip from the 10 he racked up in 2024 during his first year at Indiana. Over two seasons at James Madison, he tallied 11.5 sacks in 17 games—proof that his production is no fluke.

The 49ers' edge rusher depth chart is crowded, especially after adding Romello Height in the third round. Height looks poised to contribute right away, but Kamara might get an early window to prove himself. That's because Nick Bosa, Mykell Williams, and Keion White are all recovering from injuries, leaving some snaps up for grabs. If Kamara can impress during offseason workouts, he could carve out a role and push for a spot on the 53-man roster in 2026.

For a team that values relentless effort and technique, Kamara's high-powered drive could be exactly what the 49ers need. It all comes down to how he performs when the pads come on.