The decision to select quarterback C.J. Beathard was a big surprise for 49ers fans, but the biggest surprise within the organization proved to be the decision to select Utah running back Joe Williams.
When John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan took over the San Francisco 49ers front office and coaching staff, they repeatedly talked about football character. They talked about wanting players committed to football and the team. MMQB’s Peter King was embedded with the team during draft week, and he mentioned various traits the 49ers were looking at with each pick.