Maiocco’s NFL mock draft 1.0: 49ers select Texas A&M defensive lineman

The 49ers are among 18 unfortunate NFL teams that already have turned the page to the offseason. First up, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan must fill some vacancies on his coaching staff. He is in the early stage of the process of replacing defensive coordinator Nick Sorensen and special-teams coordinator Brian Schneider. Free agency is next on the offseason schedule. The open negotiating period begins on March 10 with the signing period opening two days later. And while the 2025 NFL Draft is six weeks after free agency, folks, we can't help but look ahead to that major event on the NFL calendar. The 49ers hold the No. 11 overall pick after finishing in last place in the NFC West with a 6-11 record. We present to you our first (of many, perhaps) 2025 NFL Mock Draft: 1. Tennessee Titans: QB Shedeur Sanders, Colorado The Titans clearly have determined that Will Levis is not the answer. The new GM makes the prime choice at QB. 2. Cleveland Browns: QB Cam Ward, Miami The Browns need to move on from Deshaun Watson, the worst free-agent signing in NFL history. 3. New York Giants: CB/WR Travis Hunter, Colorado With two QBs off the board, the Giants' decision is made for them. They get the best...