The 49ers defensive line could use significantly more depth. If they can't land DeForest Buckner in the first round, Vernon Butler could make sense in the second round.
The San Francisco 49ers are doing some extensive work on Louisiana Tech defensive lineman Vernon Butler, according to Eric Branch. The 49ers beat writer is reporting the team has "talked extensively" with Butler and the Louisiana Tech coaching staff this offseason, including a "long visit" during the Louisiana Tech Pro Day on March 22.
Butler is a monster of a man, standing 6'4 and weighing 323 pounds, with 35 1/8" arms.