49ers Host Top-30 Visit With All-Big 12 Offensive Lineman

Utah's Caleb Lomu could fill 49ers' hole at left guard or left tackle

Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:20pm by

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The San Francisco 49ers hosted a top-30 pre-draft visit with Utah offensive lineman Caleb Lomu, a First-Team All-Big 12 selection in 2025. Lomu could be a potential target for the 49ers with the 27th overall pick as they look to address needs on the offensive line, particularly at left guard and potentially left tackle.

Why it matters

The 49ers have a hole at left guard after losing Spencer Burford in free agency, and their long-term plans at left tackle are uncertain with Trent Williams' contract situation unresolved. Lomu could step in and start at either position, providing much-needed depth and talent to San Francisco's offensive line.

The details

Lomu, who measured 6'6" and 313 lbs at the NFL Combine, was a standout for Utah over the past two seasons, earning First-Team All-Big 12 honors in 2025 after starting 12 games at left tackle. He ranked 3rd among combine offensive linemen in production score and 5th in athleticism score, showcasing the physical tools that have made him an intriguing prospect. Lomu's strengths include his frame, athleticism, hand usage, and ability to handle pass rushers, though he still has room to improve his footwork and upper-body strength.

  • Lomu took a top-30 pre-draft visit with the 49ers on Tuesday, April 12, 2026.

The players

Caleb Lomu

A left tackle from the University of Utah who was a First-Team All-Big 12 selection in 2025 after starting 12 games at the position.

Trent Williams

The 49ers' All-Pro left tackle who is currently in an ongoing contract dispute with the team.

Spencer Burford

The 49ers' former left guard who signed with the Raiders in free agency.

Robert Jones

An offensive lineman the 49ers signed this offseason who has 1,735 career snaps at left guard.

John Lynch

The 49ers' general manager who stated that left guard will be a competition and that the team is not done addressing the position.

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What they’re saying

“I think left guard is going to be a competition. And I don't think we're done there yet... So I think things are going to be wide open.”

— John Lynch, 49ers General Manager

What’s next

The 49ers will continue to evaluate their options at left guard and left tackle as they prepare for the 2026 NFL Draft, where they hold the 27th overall pick.

The takeaway

The 49ers' visit with Caleb Lomu highlights their need to address the offensive line, particularly at left guard and potentially left tackle, in the upcoming draft. Lomu's combination of size, athleticism, and experience makes him an intriguing prospect who could step in and start for San Francisco right away.