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Zach Wilson is the pick SF 49ers need to make in 2021 NFL Draft

BYU quarterback Zach Wilson Mandatory Credit: George Frey/Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports

Another “Wilson” in the NFC West? Sign us up SF 49ers fans up with BYU’s Zach Wilson!

As the disastrous 2020 season nears its end, it’s no secret the SF 49ers are in serious need of a roster revamp at a number of positions this offseason such as cornerback, safety and the offensive line.

But some would argue their biggest need is at quarterback.

Yes, the Niners will still be able to roll out franchise quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo if they please, but moving on from him will free up more than $24 million in much-needed cap space in a year where the leaguewide salary cap will be decreasing greatly and where the team has a number of important free agents it must lock up long term.