The 49ers generally prefer to wait until Round 3 to take cornerbacks. But that could change now that Robert Saleh is back as the defensive coordinator.

Will Johnson was once seen as the top prospect in the 2025 NFL draft. Then he suffered a turf toe injury in his final season with Michigan football.

Michigan DB Will Johnson

The San Francisco 49ers want to extend Brock Purdy. Brock Purdy wants to sign an extension with the 49ers. So why hasn’t it happened yet? That was the top question for general manager John Lynch when he spoke to reporters at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis on Wednesday.

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch doesn't know when a contract extension for quarterback Brock Purdy will be done, but he said Wednesday that discussions toward that outcome have already begun.

The 49ers have started negotiations on a long-term deal with Brock Purdy, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract.