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Quarterback C.J. Beathard a Polarizing, Intriguing 49ers Pick in the NFL Draft

C.J. Beathard is your newest San Francisco 49ers quarterback.

The Niners moved up to pick No. 104 in the third round to grab the former Iowa signal-caller. And it’s not likely many 49ers fans viewed Beathard as a must-have prospect on draft day.

Had Beathard fallen into Rounds 4 or 5, the selection might have made a bit more sense. But in Round 3, especially involving a trade up, was this little more than a wasted selection?

“I think he does his job very well. I think he gives his team a very good chance to win.