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49ers execute mid-season trade to acquire young pass-rusher Charles Omenihu from Houston Texans

For the fourth time in five seasons, the San Francisco 49ers made a midseason trade in the hopes of bolstering their squad.

This most recent move brings promising young defensive lineman Charles Omenihu over from the Houston Texans in exchange for a future late-round draft pick. The 24-year-old’s stats might not be eye-popping, but the Niners aren't just betting on his potential — they're also betting on his ability to play well with others.

David Lombardi of The Athletic noted that Omenihu led the Texans last season in quarterback hits with 13, even beating out veteran J.