49ers Likely To Make WR Draft Addition

San Francisco's receiver depth chart has undergone changes this offseason.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:08pm by

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The San Francisco 49ers are expected to add a wide receiver in the upcoming NFL Draft, with the team's depth chart at the position undergoing changes this offseason. The 49ers have veteran receivers Mike Evans and Christian Kirk in place, but are lacking in experienced depth behind them.

Why it matters

The 49ers' receiving corps has seen significant turnover, with Brandon Aiyuk potentially being traded or released and Jauan Jennings set to sign elsewhere in free agency. Drafting a wide receiver would add further depth and competition to the position group, while also potentially allowing the team to transition away from Evans and Kirk in the future.

The details

The 49ers have the 27th overall pick in the draft and have hosted Washington receiver Denzel Boston on a pre-draft visit, though he may not be available at that point. San Francisco also has a second-round pick and four fourth-round selections, which could be used to target a wide receiver and take advantage of the perceived depth at the position.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for next week.

The players

Brandon Aiyuk

A wide receiver for the 49ers who is expected to be traded or released this offseason.

Jauan Jennings

A wide receiver for the 49ers who is set to sign with another team in free agency.

Mike Evans

A veteran wide receiver for the 49ers who is expected to be a key part of the team's receiving corps in 2026.

Christian Kirk

A wide receiver for the 49ers who is also expected to be a key part of the team's receiving corps in 2026.

Denzel Boston

A wide receiver prospect from Washington who has visited with the 49ers ahead of the draft.

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What they’re saying

“I don't know about early, but we're certainly in the business of adding good players. I think at that position, the way these guys [are getting paid], it's probably healthy business to try to add them as much as you can in these drafts.”

— John Lynch, 49ers General Manager

The takeaway

The 49ers' receiving corps is in flux, with several key players potentially departing this offseason. Drafting a wide receiver would help address this need and add depth to the position group, while also potentially setting the team up for the future at the position.