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49ers mock drafts: As the big day nears, focus on one defensive player sharpens

Ohio State defensive lineman Nick Bosa runs a drill during the NFL scouting combine March 3 in Indianapolis. He’s favored by national draft analysts to be taken No. 2 overall by the 49ers. Darron Cummings AP

When the NFL draft kicks off, the 49ers won’t have to wait long to welcome their newest player.

San Francisco has the No. 2 pick and, other than presumably Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray, has open season with the selection.

The Bee’s Chris Biderman recently detailed the team’s top position needs, but national analysts have the team addressing another position first.