The Press Democrat · Apr 26, 2019
Grading the 49ers first-round pick: DE Nick Bosa
Ohio State defensive end Nick Bosa poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after the San Francisco 49ers selected Bosa in the first round at the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 25, 2019, in Nashville, Tenn.(AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)SANTA CLARA — The 49ers just drafted Ohio State defensive end Nick Bosa. Let’s break down the positives and negatives of this pick.
POSITIVES.
Strong and powerful (29 reps on the bench).
Plays hard.
Advanced pass-rush technique and hand usage.
Only 21 years old.
Joey Bosa’s little brother.
Almost universally considered the second-best player in the draft.
NEGATIVES.
Short arms (33 inches).
