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The San Francisco 49ers desperately need more edge rusher help in the wake of the season-ending injury to Nick Bosa. Knowing that, an NFL analyst has predicted San Francisco will make a big splash for a star edge rusher.
The San Francisco 49ers could be eyeing a former top-five pick to replace injured All-Pro pass-rusher Nick Bosa.
San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch is trying to repair the Niners' pass rush after Nick Bosa's season-ending injury ahead of the NFL trade deadline on Nov. 4.
The 49ers were dealt a blow in their quest to trade for Trey Hendrickson from the Bengals in the wake of Nick Bosa's season-ending injury.
For now, the 49ers can keep close tabs on the best pass rushers available while trying to stack wins with a depleted defensive front. The 49ers and Lynch will have to be patient as they wait for the pass rusher trade market to develop ahead of the 2025 NFL trade deadline.
The San Francisco 49ers are linked to a trade suggestion with the New Orleans Saints that would replace injured star Nick Bosa.
The 49ers could make a trade since Nick Bosa is out for the season after tearing his ACL against the Arizona Cardinals a couple weeks ago.
Injuries have accumulated quickly for the 49ers. In addition to Bosa and Purdy, star tight end George Kittle (hamstring), wide receiver Jauan Jennings (shoulder, ankle) and left guard Ben Bartch (ankle) have been hampered by injuries.
San Francisco star defensive end Nick Bosa tore the ACL in his right knee and will miss the rest of the season.
With Nick Bosa out for the season, the most important thing for the San Francisco 49ers is clearly the progression of rookie Mykel Williams. Williams recorded his first sack of the season, and it does appear that he has progressed this season. Notably, the team is working to get him into pass-rush situations where he can win.