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4 returning 49ers who could struggle to fit in Chip Kelly's offense

Yesterday, we took a look at five non-quarterbacks on the 49ers roster who best fit into Chip Kelly’s offense and should see their production increase in 2016. Today, we’re moving to the opposite end of the spectrum. The four players listed below could struggle to find a role in San Francisco’s new offensive scheme, and in some cases, could even be looking for work elsewhere come September when the 53-man rosters are set.

Trent Brown and Andrew Tiller

Perhaps better known as "not Erik Pears and Jordan Devey," Brown and Tiller finished 2015 as starting offensive lineman for the 49ers and even looked mostly competent in the process, which you would have trouble saying about the men they replaced.