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3 trade packages for the 49ers to trade back from No. 33

Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft is upon us, and the San Francisco 49ers are in the driver’s seat at No. 33 after trading back twice in the first round. Heading into the draft, there were rumblings...

49ers' wild trade frenzy ruined Seahawks' plans for Round 1 of NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers traded out of the first round of the 2026 NFL draft which may have ruined the Seattle Seahawks' plan to do the same thing.

NFC Notes: John Lynch, Terrance Ferguson, Ty Simpson, 49ers, Rams

49ers The 49ers traded out of pick No. 27 overall in the first round and ended up not making a pick on Thursday night. San Francisco GM John Lynch said most of the players they were targeting at...

Multiple Teams Looking To Move Up In 2nd Round

Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft was packed with trades. Teams were constantly shuffling the order as they attempted to secure coveted prospects and/or extra draft capital. The picks are expected to...

Sean McVay's face shows exactly why 49ers were thrilled with shocking Rams pick

San Francisco 49ers fans were thrilled that the Los Angeles Rams burned their first-round draft pick on a QB and Sean McVay was clearly not happy about it.

6 player comps at wide receiver for the 49ers on Day 2 of the NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers are either cooler on the top wide receiver prospects than many thought, or recognized that Day 2 of the NFL Draft is where the sweet spot is. Free agent investments also...

Raheem Morris would love 49ers to select these players on Day 2 of NFL Draft

By hook or by crook, the 49ers have been left with a smorgasbord of options to add to their defense, and Raheem Morris would likely be pleased with any of them.

Teams Atop Second-Round Order Receiving Calls; 49ers Open To Trading Down

Many of the picks toward the back end of the first-round order changed hands last night. That resulted in several alterations to the draft list for Day 2. As things stand, the 49ers,...

49ers NFL Draft trade rumor could lead to deal with Bills or Cardinals

A recent report suggests the San Francisco 49ers could make a trade with either the Buffalo Bills or the Arizona Cardinals on the second night of the NFL Draft.

49ers “very open” to moving back from 33 for more picks per report

Fans may have to wait a bit longer in the second round to see a San Francisco 49ers selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. Per Jordan Schultz, the 49ers are considered “very open” to moving back and...

49ers may have subtly revealed late free agency plan with quiet salary cap move

In amongst the shouting, blaring lights and hubbub of night one of the 2026 NFL Draft, the 49ers quietly executed a cap move that could be a portend to a future roster fortification.

Experts predict 49ers picks after Round 1 exit in 2026 NFL Draft

49ers mock draft roundup: Experts predict SF's Day 2 picks after Round 1 trades, linking edge rushers, DBs, and WRs to key roster needs.

Osa Odighizuwa’s contract adjustment gives the 49ers the fourth-most cap space in the NFL

Per Spotrac, the San Francisco 49ers converted $14.5 million of Osa Odighizuwa’s salary into a signing bonus. This move helps create $11.6 million in cap space. Per Over the Cap, the number is...

Dolphins get lousy grades for NFL Draft trades after deals with Cowboys, 49ers

Miami's pair of trades were not viewed highly by ESPN.

49ers' next move after trading out of draft's 1st round is painfully obvious

The 49ers' decision to trade down from Round 1 of the draft helped with assets, but a still-available stud prospect is staring them in the face, too.

49ers receive pair of solid grades for savvy NFL Draft trades in Round 1

The 49ers made good work of the first round of the NFL Draft.

49ers exploring trade-down options from No. 33 pick in 2026 NFL Draft

49ers could trade down again from No. 33 as calls come in, with John Lynch open to adding more picks and building draft capital on Day 2.

49ers “Very Open” To Moving Down From No. 33

According to Jordan Schultz, the 49ers are considered to be “very open” to trading down from No. 33 overall to gain more draft capital.  Earlier this morning, Schultz reported that San Francisco,...

49ers create $11.6M in cap space by restructuring Osa Odighizuwa's contract

49ers clear $11.6M in cap space by restructuring Osa Odighizuwa's deal, creating flexibility ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft and future roster moves.

49ers urged to draft WR with A.J. Brown comparison that would be 'fun' fit in Round 2

This would be a very fun pick for the 49ers in Round 2.

3 players the 49ers need to walk away with on Day 2 of the NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers were busy on day one of the NFL draft, but not selecting players. John Lynch and the 49ers front office worked the phones and traded back, not once, but twice, with the...

49ers Restructure DL Osa Odighizuwa For $11.6M In Cap Space

Per Spotrac, the 49ers are restructuring DL Osa Odighizuwa‘s contract for $11.6 million in cap space. Spotrac adds San Francisco is converting $14.5 million of Odighizuwa’s base salary into a...

49ers may have tipped their Day 2 NFL Draft targets with 1 move

Moving out of the first round means the 49ers forfeit a year of team control. Making a player a second-round pick means they are unable to keep a player on a fifth-year option.

D A Y – T W O – D R A F T

Well, we traded down twice, swapped a 4th for a 3rd and gained a 6th round pick. My son thinks we are going with Boston. I think we go with Howell. Reading the Chron this morning they referenced...

49ers GM John Lynch Under Fire After Ty Simpson Comments

The San Francisco 49ers and general manager John Lynch decided to trade out of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday night.At the beginning of the first round, the 49ers were scheduled...

John Lynch used Round 1 to recoup draft capital, but who can 49ers take at No. 33?

This was one of the most unpredictable starts to a draft weekend ever, but the chaos pushed players down, and the 49ers started off the draft with a bang if not necessarily a player.

Morning Report: Recapping Day 1 of the NFL Draft 🗞️

Catch up on the latest San Francisco 49ers headlines, powered by Cisco.

How will 49ers start Round 2 after trading out of Round 1?

A busy night in the NFL Draft concluded with the San Francisco 49ers trading back twice, leaving themselves with no first-round picks, and fans wanting answers. Now, a new mock draft has predicted...

49ers GM John Lynch can’t contain smile when asked about Rams’ Ty Simpson pick

The San Francisco 49ers did not make a pick during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. San Francisco executed a pair of trades down the board, moving out of the first round and gaining...

Recent history says the 49ers may get offers to trade out of No. 33

The San Francisco 49ers traded twice, but that doesn’t mean they’re done making deals. General manager John Lynch said, “I think the cool thing about the 33rd pick, it puts you in a really nice,...

49ers baited 2 rivals perfectly in Round 1 of the NFL Draft

It turns out the Niners might've actually done quite a good job in the first round.

Kyle Shanahan believes the 49ers trading back to 33 was a ‘huge success’

The San Francisco 49ers traded back from the No. 27 overall pick with the Miami Dolphins, then completely traded out of the first round with the New York Jets on Thursday night. General manager...

Updated post-Round 1 mock NFL Draft after 49ers trade down

The 49ers moved out from Round 1 of the NFL Draft, shaking up their draft board, which means it's time for a revised mock.

49ers trade rumors will dominate Day 2 of 2026 NFL Draft, and here's why

This is a fun spot for the 49ers to be.

49ers’ Mac Jones Gets Clear Answer From Kyle Shanahan on Trade Future

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan gives some clarity on the immediate future of veteran quarterback Mac Jones. The post 49ers’ Mac Jones Gets Clear Answer From Kyle Shanahan on Trade...

49ers News: Sometimes, the best picks are the ones you don’t make

The 49ers have traded out of the first round with the Jets“The 49ers will enter tomorrow with Denzel Boston on the board. Other names include CB Jermod McCoy, S Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, WR Chris...

49ers Announce Major Draft News Ahead of Day 2

The San Francisco 49ers were busy on Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft despite not making a selection. San Francisco originally had the No. 27 pick, but made two draft decisions that led to them trading...

49ers trade grades for 2026 NFL Draft deals with Dolphins, Jets

The San Francisco 49ers didn’t waste much time reshuffling picks on draft night. Their trade grades for their 2026 NFL Draft deals with the Miami Dolphins and New York Jets reveal a front office...

Thursday, April 23, 2026
49ers Draft Party: Fans Want the Trenches

This past Thursday, I was back at Levi's Stadium taking in the energy at the 49ers' annual Draft Party. From longtime Faithful to first-time attendees, the building was buzzing with opinions on...

What Kyle Shanahan's draft night comments reveal about the 49ers' real plan

The 49ers adapted quickly when their preferred target disappeared.

49ers keep Jones, surprised no Day 1 pick offered

Kyle Shanahan indicated that not only would Mac Jones be on the Niners next season, but if any team was going to deal for him, it likely would have needed to involve a first-round pick.

49ers evoked history and righted some wrongs on Day 1 of the NFL Draft

Thursday's primetime extravaganza, Round 1 of the NFL Draft, showed the 49ers might have finally learned their lesson.

Top Players Available for Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft

The 49ers own seven total picks in Rounds 2-7. Here's a list of the top players left on the board ahead of Day 2.

49ers Trade Out of Round 1: Top 5 Options for 33rd Pick on Day 2

The San Francisco 49ers have to wait until tomorrow to make their first selection of the 2026 NFL Draft. The 49ers made two trades on the first night of the draft.They traded their 27th and 138th...

49ers' Kyle Shanahan 'really surprised' no team made trade offer for Mac Jones

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan says he was surprised no team made a trade offer for Mac Jones during the 2026 NFL Draft, as San Francisco kept its QB depth.

49ers trade out of Round 1: Lynch and Shanahan explain the decision

49ers GM John Lynch explains why San Francisco traded out of Round 1 in the 2026 NFL Draft, turning pick No. 27 into multiple Day 2 selections.

5 players the NFL will regret letting fall to 49ers on Day 2 of draft

The 49ers traded down twice out of the NFL Draft's first round, yet there are still plenty of talented prospects available when the Niners finally pick.

Grading the 49ers moves on Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers had an eventful first round in the 2026 NFL Draft, but for different reasons than you’d expect: they made multiple trades and eventually traded out of the round entirely....

Jets get 3rd 1st-round pick as 49ers trade down again

The New York Jets had quite a first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. They did not have just one or two draft picks in the opening round. They made it three after trading with the San Francisco 49ers....

DeMeco Ryans' Texans may have stolen 49ers' dream Round 1 NFL Draft target

The San Francisco 49ers traded out of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, possibly because DeMeco Ryans and the Houston Texans stole their guy.

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