Fansided · May 10, 2021
What 49ers can expect from Day 3 NFL Draft picks
Elijah Mitchell #15 of the Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
The 49ers brought aboard four players on Day 3 of the 2021 NFL Draft, so let’s break down what the rookie expectations will be for each.
The San Francisco 49ers have had some luck in recent years finding hidden-gem talent on day three of the NFL Draft. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw (Round 5) quickly worked his way into the starting lineup his rookie season. All-Pro linebacker George Kittle (Round 5) is easily the best example, working his way up to being one of the league’s top players.
