The San Francisco 49ers have used their first round pick on offensive tackle from Notre Dame, Mike McGlinchey. After months of anticipation that the team would use this pick on a linebacker, the team has subverted expectations and gone with the offensive linemen.
McGlinchey is far and away the top tackle prospect in this draft. In his final season at Notre Dame, McGlinchey earned a consensus selection to the All-American team. This pick seems to be more based on filling a position of need than picking the best player available.
Clearly the team wanted to do whatever they can to protect franchise quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo.