Before the 49ers decide what they need in the draft and free agency, they must take sober stock of what they have. They didn’t do that last year.
They fell in love with themselves after a five-game winning streak to end the season which gave them the illusion they’re better than they are. Then, they overvalued almost everyone who played during that streak, especially the players on defense.
Now, the defense has given up a grotesque 28 points per game this season, forcing just five turnovers — fewest in the NFL — and the 49ers’ record is 2-10.