The 49ers might be in the market for a pass rusher in the 2016 NFL Draft. Football Outsiders provides projections for the class of defensive linemen and linebackers.
The San Francisco 49ers pass rush had some issues this past season. Aldon Smith was released, Justin Smith retired, and Ray McDonald was released late in the previous season. The team added some talent, but there is plenty of room for improvement. Eli Harold will likely be looked upon to take a sizable step forward, but in the meantime, pass rushers are likely on the 49ers radar heading into the 2016 NFL Draft.