Every year the NFL features breakout players who come out of nowhere and make a name for themselves. Wide receiver Hunter Renfrow on the Raiders is a good example. In addition, cornerback A.J. Terrell went from allowing 61.9% of his targets to be completed to 37.1% and an All-Pro.
The Niners had a mini breakout star in Azeez Al-Shaair, who proved to be one of the most valuable linebackers in the NFL last season. Only Micah Parsons had more tackles for loss at the position, and 13 of those were sacks.
Who are the potential breakout players on the 49ers' defense this year?