Former Iowa Hawkeye offensive lineman Connor Colby was an afterthought following his late draft selection in the 2025 NFL Draft.
After a myriad of injuries to offensive players last season, including to starting quarterback Brock Purdy, the 49ers faithful were banking on the organization to add more offensive line help through the draft, but Colby was
The San Francisco 49ers selected Colby with the No. 249 overall pick in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft, but he was widely considered to be a long shot to make the 53-man roster.