It appears the strategy is to grab as many of these next-tier players as possible. Looks like Ballard didn't get the chance to pick what he considered top-level so he's taking the volume approach. I disagree on some of the players he punted on at 26 (Sweat, Tillery) but overall I get the approach and it makes sense. Lots of possibilities for a
- WR like Deebo Samuel (seems like a tough Anquan Boldin/Golden Tate-type, I like him) to compete for WR2
- safety to compete for the starter job (not convinced any safety after Abram has enough talent to win it outright)
- DL that can add to the rotation, there are still lots of good prospects.
- OL that can challenge for a starting spot and improve depth at center
- CB that can challenge for snaps, I don't think our corner depth chart is set at all this year though I like our players.
- RB to to add another wrinkle in Reich's offense.
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