In 2017, the San Francisco 49ers got some massive production from their day three picks. This was something not seen in quite some time. You can’t go to better production than George Kittle, but Trent Taylor showed up as a decent slot receiver, and D.J. Jones planted the seeds to take Earl Mitchell’s job after 2018.
The 2018 day three picks weren’t as flashy. D.J. Reed didn’t see the field as often as you’d expect. Marcell Harris didn’t show up until late in the season. Jullian Taylor had a strong showing at training camp but was stuck behind a deep defensive line.