With the San Francisco 49ers reporting for training camp on July 26, we’re taking a look at players that’ll be fighting to make the final 53-man roster in 2019. John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan, in their third year, have built a team that features the most competition since the pair took over in 2017. Today, we’re breaking down a redshirt rookie in 2018 who faces steep competition for a role this season.
The 49ers’ defensive line may be the deepest position group on the roster. It features five first-round picks that include Arik Armstead, DeForest Buckner, Solomon Thomas, Dee Ford, and rookie Nick Bosa.