Before the start of the NFL free agency period, we’re going to look at various positions on the San Francisco 49ers’ roster to determine a few things. The first is whether or not the position improved from 2016 to 2017. The second is to see if free agency is a viable option to improve the position — if it’s even needed.
Season in review
Today, we’re going to talk about the cornerbacks. And there is certainly plenty to talk about. The 49ers turned over virtually the entire depth chart over the course of a year, and will finish up that total renovation this coming offseason when they likely replace Dontae Johnson.