“The Niners don’t need a serious makeover but do need immediate help on the offensive and defensive lines and in the secondary, with longer-term needs at receiver and linebacker.”
Why Duke’s Barton could be perfect fit for 49ers’ O-line needs
“Run blocking is fun,” Barton said. “You get to go at defenders instead of retreat. Run blocking is about violence; it’s about intensity. Run blocking is also an art form. You’ve got to have sound technique. You’ve got to have your hat in the right place.
“To be able to do that with violence and create some space for your backs to get through, it’s fun.