NEXT 49ER?
Four possible choices for the 49ers with the No. 29 pick in today’s NFL draft:
JEROD MAYO
Position: Outside
linebacker.
School: Tennessee.
Comment: Offers several traits that appeal to the 49ers, such as an SEC background and the versatility to play in the 3-4 or the 4-3.
LIMAS SWEED
Position: Wide receiver.
School: Texas.
Comment: A lingering left-wrist injury curtailed his production, but his terrific frame and fluid stride have drawn comparisons to the Texans’ Andre Johnson.
QUENTIN GROVES
Position: Outside
linebacker.
School: Auburn.
Comment: Ran a 4.53 in the 40 at the scouting combine to boost his stock and earn comparisons to the Dallas Cowboys’ DeMarcus Ware.
LAWRENCE JACKSON
Position: Defensive end.
School: USC.
Comment: Played well at the Senior Bowl, where Mike Nolan coached. A vocal leader and a student of the game.
– DANIEL BROWN