While free agency is rightfully taking over headlines, the NFL draft is quickly approaching. With the Senior Bowl and the NFL Draft Combine in the past, the San Francisco 49ers will have the chance to zero in on certain players who could be on the board when they’re on the clock in April.
It wouldn’t be a surprise if the 49ers turn their attention to the defensive back class in the upcoming draft. A Pac-12 cornerback is reportedly scheduled to have a visit with the 49ers before the draft.
According to Justin Melo of the Draft Network, Washington State cornerback Chau Smith-Wade has a top-30 visit scheduled with the 49ers and the New York Giants. Smith-Wade had formal interviews with the 49ers at the NFL scouting combine, per Melo.
Via @JustinM_NFL on Twitter:
.@WSUCougarFB CB Chau Smith-Wade has Top 30 visits w/ #49ers & #Giants. Had Combine Formals w/ #49ers & #Bucs. Previously met all 32 at @SeniorBowl.
Smith-Wade is one of the most versatile CBs in the 2024 NFL Draft.@Chau__Smith on @TheDraftNetwork:https://t.co/vFk9FK6x6y
— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) March 12, 2024
Smith-Wade played four seasons in Pullman with Washington State, earning All-Pac 12 honorable mention in 2022. In his final season with the Cougars, Smith-Wade notched 35 tackles, including two tackles for loss. The 5-foot-11 defensive back finished his career at Washington State with three total interceptions.
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