The San Francisco 49ers needed to find some productivity in the 2024 draft.
As their roster gets older and more expensive, draft picks who contribute while still on their affordable rookie contracts will become paramount to the 49ers’ present and future success.
That’s why the promising early returns on their 2024 draft class provide optimism for San Francisco expanding its Super Bowl window. Looking ahead to the 49ers’ season opener, there are potentially five starting jobs that could be occupied by rookies.