When the 49ers traded up to select Ji’Ayir Brown with pick 87 in the NFL draft, it sent a loud and clear message that Brown was a target for the organization. Profiling as a fast and free ball-hawk at safety, the future is set for Brown to pair with Talanoa Hufanga as the safety duo for many years.
Tashaun Gipson, Sr. was a find for the 49ers in 2022. Initially, Gipson’s signing appeared to be insurance for Jimmie Ward, who began the season dealing with an injury. When Ward did return, Gipson held on to the free safety spot.