With the 49ers sitting at 6-1 and on bye, the conversation turns naturally to what comes next - and in this case, that means a look far down the road at the 2027 NFL Draft. Using Pro Football Focus’ mock draft simulator, San Francisco comes away with a seven-player haul that leans heavily on defense early before shifting to the offensive line and skill spots later.
The run starts with Brown, a cornerback whose game is built on speed, physicality and production. NFL Draft Buzz describes him as a player who can run and tackle, noting his “rare timed speed” and the kind of run support cornerbacks don’t usually show.
The same evaluation also points out that Brown can be sticky in man coverage and has shown ball skills, though the coverage technique still needs some polish. Brown’s own words this season reflect the kind of edge he brings, saying, “We're Bama, that's what we expect from everybody,” Brown said earlier this season.
“We're everybody's Super Bowl, and we expect to get everybody's best shot. We want nothing less.”
The next defensive name in the mix is Omosigho, whose stock has climbed enough to put him at No. 5 among linebacker prospects, according to The Athletic. Nick Baumgardner called him “a near-240-pound thumper” and highlighted his disruptive production, including 23 pressures, six sacks and 31 run stops. Gene Clemons of fantasylife.com framed him as a modern off-ball linebacker who can handle coverage duties while also holding up against the run, with the kind of sideline-to-sideline burst that makes him a problem for offenses.
From there, the mock turns to Moore, an interior lineman with obvious size concerns at 6-foot-2 and 301 pounds, but also a reputation for playing with force and intelligence. Pro Football Network pointed to his explosiveness, leverage and awareness, while also acknowledging that his shorter frame and limited length can show up at times. Even so, the report says he has the tools to become a quality starter because of his urgency, technical skill and ability to get the most out of his build.
Richard gives the 49ers a backfield addition. ESPN’s reporting on him paints the picture of a runner who pairs speed with power and just authored a 204-yard performance against Rutgers, despite dealing with an injury the week before.
He spoke about the work it took to get back on the field, saying, “I was really just thinking I was ready to come back already,” and later adding, “Right now, me and Lee (Beebe) are holding it down,” before pointing ahead to a possible three-man rotation when Khobie Martin returns. His draft stock could still move if he keeps producing.
Johnson brings versatility to the offensive line conversation. Sports Illustrated noted that he has already logged snaps at left tackle, right guard and right tackle, and has even seen practice work at center. That kind of flexibility is exactly what makes him attractive in a draft setting, since he can credibly slot into all five line spots.
The final offensive piece in the mock is McCuin, a receiver at Ohio State who has put together 19 catches for 268 yards and two touchdowns this season. NFL Draft Buzz emphasized that the speed is real, even if the projection comes with questions about how his game translates against stronger competition.
The report also notes that he has mostly lined up inside and that his frame at 195 pounds could invite contact. Still, the combination of hands, speed and red-zone production gives him a starter-level foundation, with the ceiling tied to how he handles Big Ten and playoff-level corners.
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