49ers Acquire Star Defensive Tackle Osa Odighizuwa in Trade

The 49ers bolster their defensive line with the addition of the former Cowboys standout.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 12:35am by Ben Kaplan

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The San Francisco 49ers have acquired veteran defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa from the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a third-round draft pick. Odighizuwa, a 27-year-old interior lineman, is expected to provide a significant boost to the 49ers' defensive front, which has struggled with injuries and departures in recent seasons.

Why it matters

The 49ers' defense was a weak spot last season, and the addition of Odighizuwa should help shore up the interior of the line. Paired with star edge rusher Nick Bosa, Odighizuwa could see a statistical boost and provide much-needed pass-rushing presence up the middle.

The details

Odighizuwa was a standout for the Cowboys, recording 3.5 sacks last season despite playing in a crowded defensive tackle rotation. He will now be the top interior lineman for the 49ers, who have lost several key pieces from their defensive front in recent years. The 49ers are paying a hefty price for Odighizuwa, with his $16.75 million base salary being the fifth-highest cap hit on the team.

  • The 49ers acquired Odighizuwa from the Cowboys on March 12, 2026.

The players

Osa Odighizuwa

A 27-year-old defensive tackle who was traded from the Dallas Cowboys to the San Francisco 49ers.

Nick Bosa

The star edge rusher for the San Francisco 49ers, who will now play alongside Odighizuwa on the defensive line.

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What’s next

The 49ers will look to integrate Odighizuwa into their defensive scheme and pair him with Nick Bosa to create a formidable interior-exterior pass rush combination.

The takeaway

The 49ers have made a significant investment in their defensive line by acquiring Osa Odighizuwa, a move that could pay dividends if he can stay healthy and provide a much-needed boost to the team's interior pass rush.