49ers’ top 3 NFL Draft targets after season ends with blowout loss to Seahawks

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49ers’ top 3 NFL Draft targets after season ends with blowout loss to Seahawks

Lorenzo J Reyna, ClutchPoints · ClutchPoints

Sun, Jan 18, 2026 ·

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The San Francisco 49ers will turn the page to 2026 for another crack at a Super Bowl run . Seattle ended S.F's season in disruptive fashion on Saturday — forcing the Niners to start thinking about the NFL Draft.

The era of Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch have discovered multiple draft gems. Brock Purdy became one of their best late round finds. George Kittle and Deommodore Lenoir arrived via the fifth round. Nick Bosa has dominated when healthy after going No. 2 in the 2019 draft.

But the Niners aren't getting any younger. Particularly at Kittle's spot and more important, at left tackle with Trent Williams nearing 40. Christian McCaffrey is another hitting the twilight years of his career.

The mixture of age, injuries and Seattle's impressive game plan contributed to the 41-6 debacle. S.F still believes the championship window remains open. But they must once again nail their next set of draft picks and find help, or the future, at key spots. These are three players to target with either the 26th or 27th pick in April (S.F's draft slot becomes finalized after Sunday's games).

Elijah Sarratt, WR, Indiana

Brandon Aiyuk is likely heading to the trade market or faces a release. He never took part in this 2025 run with the Niners and Jauan Jennings emerged as the WR1 in his absence.

But just imagine the combination of Jennings and Elijah Sarratt together. S.F. presents a new red zone nightmare for future defenses.

Sarratt hands Shanahan and Purdy a back-shoulder catch monster. His presence can take immense pressure off Jennings as the possession target — while also creating new one-on-one matchups for Ricky Pearsall .

The 49ers' front office have a wide receiver to watch on Monday night down at Hard Rock Stadium. But Sarratt isn't the only national title game representative to watch if you're the Niners.

Keionte Scott, DB, Miami

Scott is one of the more versatile defenders on the field for the 2026 National Championship game.

And he's looks every bit like a DB the 49ers would covet — Lynch especially.

The GM likely would love Scott's attacking ability down the line of scrimmage, nearly reminiscent of Lynch's own career. But Scott brings the versatility to single cover wide receivers too.

He'll be mature and ready to go as a 24-year-old prospect come April. Think of a more aggressive version of Jimmie Ward here.

Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama

Say Proctor falls all the way to where S.F. is. Shanahan, Lynch and the scouting department must resist passing on him.

Proctor brings an intriguing blend of massive size (6-foot-7, 366-pounds) and versatility as he can move to guard. Of course, he's also known as a closet wide receiver…presenting a new red zone option for Purdy.

Proctor could still launch himself higher in the draft boards with an impressive combine performance. He'll still garner top 15 chatter — but must correct his footwork and posture in pass protection.

Maybe a year with job shadowing Williams can work in the 49ers' favor should they swoop up Proctor. Or slide inside first before moving to left tackle once Williams retires.

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