49ers Meet with Top Offensive Tackles Ahead of Draft

Team looks to bolster O-line with potential future starters

Apr. 15, 2026 at 7:06pm by

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting an offensive lineman in pass protection, with sharp planes of red and gold colors representing the 49ers' search for their next star tackle.A cubist interpretation of the 49ers' search for their next franchise left tackle to anchor the offensive line.San Francisco Today

The San Francisco 49ers have held pre-draft visits with two of the top offensive tackle prospects in this year's class - Caleb Lomu from Utah and Kadyn Proctor from Alabama. The team is looking to add young talent to their offensive line, with longtime left tackle Trent Williams potentially nearing the end of his career.

Why it matters

The 49ers have one of the most talented rosters in the NFL, but their offensive line has been an area of concern in recent seasons. Investing an early draft pick in a potential franchise left tackle could help solidify that unit and keep the team's offense humming for years to come.

The details

According to reports, the 49ers have met with both Lomu and Proctor, who are projected to be first-round picks in the upcoming NFL Draft. Lomu started at left tackle for Utah the last two seasons, while Proctor was a three-year starter at Alabama. The 49ers hold the 27th overall pick, but may need to move up in the draft order to ensure they can land one of the top tackle prospects.

  • The 49ers' pre-draft visits with Lomu and Proctor took place recently, ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft on April 24-26.

The players

Trent Williams

The 49ers' veteran left tackle, who the team is hoping to re-sign for the 2026 season.

Caleb Lomu

A left tackle prospect from the University of Utah, projected to be a potential first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Kadyn Proctor

A left tackle prospect from the University of Alabama, also projected to be a first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

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What they’re saying

“The 49ers remain optimistic that they will come to agreement with left tackle Trent Williams on a revised contract for the 2026 season, but Williams won't be on the roster forever and the team's pre-draft work has included meetings with a couple of the top tackles in this year's class.”

— Ian Rapoport, NFL Media Reporter

What’s next

The 49ers will continue their preparations for the 2026 NFL Draft, with the first round taking place on April 24. They will be closely monitoring the tackle prospects and evaluating whether they need to trade up to secure one of the top options to potentially replace Trent Williams in the future.

The takeaway

The 49ers' focus on upgrading their offensive line through the draft underscores the importance of protecting their star quarterback and maintaining a strong running game. Adding a blue-chip tackle prospect could pay dividends for years to come as the team looks to contend for another Super Bowl title.