The San Francisco 49ers are counting on Jimmy Garoppolo to help them take a step forward, but if this team is going to contend for the playoffs, the defense needs to take a big step forward of its own.
The biggest defensive addition this year is cornerback Richard Sherman, but the team has all sorts of young talent to watch. And if you think we’ll see some breakout years this fall, there is some value to be had in the betting market.
Bovada released their odds for 2018 Defensive Player of the Year, and three 49ers players showed up deep down the list.