The San Francisco 49ers have been deemed a team with "no impact players" by former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz, who has criticized the team's drafting strategy and pointed to injuries as a major issue.
Schwartz made his comments during an appearance on "First Things First" on Thursday, where he highlighted the 49ers' struggles with first-round picks. "The problem, besides the injuries, is that they have drafted very poorly for four years now," Schwartz said.
Injuries have been a recurring issue for the 49ers, who finished the 2025 regular season with a 12-5 record and went 1-1 in the playoffs before falling in the Divisional Round. The team's drafting strategy has also come under scrutiny, with Schwartz pointing to third-year wide receiver Ricky Pearsall and second-year defensive end Mykel Williams as examples of first-round picks who have yet to make the desired impact.
Pearsall has featured in just 13 games for the 49ers, recording 67 receptions for 928 yards across his two seasons. Williams, meanwhile, managed 20 tackles and one sack in nine games last season before suffering an ACL injury.
Schwartz's comments come as the 49ers look to address their roster issues ahead of the new season. The team's front office will likely face increased scrutiny in the coming months as they prepare for the 2026 draft.
The 49ers' struggles have been well-documented, and it remains to be seen how the team will respond to Schwartz's criticisms. With the NFL draft just around the corner, the 49ers will be hoping to make a positive impact with their selection.
Source: Yahoo Sports