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49ers Trade Down Twice, Exit 2026 Draft Without First‑Round Pick

San Francisco 49ers entered Thursday night’s 2026 NFL Draft and walked away without a first‑round selection after two down‑the‑road trades. Head coach Kyle Shanahan and General Manager John Lynch chose to keep six picks total, betting that depth outweighs a single high‑profile rookie. This decision crystallizes a patient, analytics-driven rebuild that prioritizes organizational flexibility over...