A complete review of the 49ers' 2025 NFL Draft class

The 49ers concluded the 2025 NFL Draft with their 11th and final pick on Saturday, marking the first time since 1981 that San Francisco used its first five selections on defensive players -- a franchise-defining class that included HOF legend Ronnie Lott and marked the beginning of a 49ers dynasty. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down all 11 selections and what they bring to their respective position groups, and that snapshot of history is an encouraging sign. Can the last two drafts classes, combined with a healthy roster and savvy veterans, reboot San Francisco's trajectory following a disappointing 6-11 season?--(Start) Immediate reaction to all 11 of the 49ers' picks(3:00) How this draft class compares to 49ers' 1981 selections(5:00) Lynch explains why 49ers waited so long to draft O-lineman(12:00) Evidence suggests teams that draft O-linemen early aren’t necessarily successful(15:30) 49ers' D-line draftees will be expected to contribute immediately(24:00) The youth movement will bring enthusiasm, energy back into locker room Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.