49ers select Mykel Williams to bolster defensive line; NFL draft Day 2 preview

The 49ers' brass landed the player they coveted all along at No. 11 overall. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan analyze the 49ers’ first-round pick Mykel Williams, and how he will impact San Francisco’s defense next season. Matt and Jennifer also preview Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft, and break down which prospects John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan could target to fill out the roster.

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(Start) The way the first 10 picks played out on Day 1, the player the 49ers coveted fell into their laps
(2:00) Mykel Williams rated the best edge-setter by 49ers defensive line coach Kris Kocurek
(5:00) The 49ers were enamored with Mykel Williams for both his physical traits and character – an invaluable combination
(7:00) Williams is an edge but the 49ers see him working across the D-line, they like versatile players on their defensive front
(16:00) Looking ahead to Day 2 – what type of players are the 49ers looking for – dealers choice with Williams drafted