2017 NFL Draft grades: San Francisco 49ers
Joe Williams
Running back, Utah
Williams is a speed back. He has a rough back story and bounced around in college, but when he played, big play ability followed. He is not an every down player and is a change of pace back, but Kyle Shanahan may be seeing the same breakaway speed as Tevin Coleman and hoping for a similar role to be carved out.
George Kittle
Tight end, Iowa
Kittle is the highest effort blocker in the class. He can help in the run game and help a below average offensive line. Kittle is also a good athlete, and despite being a limited route runner he can can play with the ball in his hands.
Trent Taylor
Wide Receiver, Louisiana Tech
Taylor is a great slot receiver. He has great balance and short area quickness and could see the field early over Jeremy Kerley.
D.J. Jones
Defensive Tackle, Ole Miss
Jones is mainly a nose tackle, and will be a space clogger in San Francisco. With Earl Mitchell already added Jones will likely rotate behind him and beside him at times.
Pita Taumoepenu
Linebacker, Utah
Undersized pass rusher who would have to win a job on special teams.
Adrian Colbert
Cornerback, Miami
Colbert is a speed demon and a player who could make a living on special teams.