49ers Predicted to Draft Elite Tackle Caleb Lomu

ESPN insider Peter Schrager projects Utah's Caleb Lomu to land with the 49ers in the first round.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 5:01pm by Ben Kaplan

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the fragmented forms of football players in an offensive line, using the 49ers' signature colors of red and gold to represent the team's draft strategy.The 49ers' search for offensive line help leads them to target a potential first-round tackle in the upcoming NFL Draft.San Francisco Today

With the 2026 NFL Draft approaching, the San Francisco 49ers are being linked to offensive line help, particularly Utah tackle Caleb Lomu. ESPN insider Peter Schrager, known for his selective mock drafts, has projected Lomu to be selected by the 49ers with the 27th overall pick.

Why it matters

The 49ers have a need to bolster their offensive line, especially with concerns surrounding the future of veteran tackle Trent Williams. Drafting a top prospect like Lomu could provide a long-term solution and help protect the team's quarterback.

The details

In his mock draft, Schrager believes the 49ers will try to jump ahead of teams looking at edge rushers and wide receivers to secure Lomu, who is considered one of the top offensive tackle prospects in this year's class.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 24-26.

The players

Caleb Lomu

A highly touted offensive tackle prospect from the University of Utah, projected to be selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Trent Williams

A veteran offensive tackle for the San Francisco 49ers, whose future with the team has sparked concern and the need for the 49ers to address the position in the draft.

Peter Schrager

An ESPN insider known for his selective and influential mock drafts, predicting the 49ers will select Caleb Lomu with the 27th overall pick.

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What they’re saying

“In this scenario, they're trying to jump teams that are thinking about edge talents and wide receivers.”

— Peter Schrager, ESPN Insider

What’s next

The 49ers will have to wait until the 2026 NFL Draft on April 24-26 to see if Schrager's prediction comes true and they are able to land Caleb Lomu with the 27th overall pick.

The takeaway

The 49ers' need to bolster their offensive line, particularly at tackle, has them targeting top prospects like Caleb Lomu in the upcoming draft. Securing a talented young tackle like Lomu could provide long-term stability and protection for the team's quarterback.