The 49ers’ need a tight end was hard to explain. It was a significant need, but they didn’t necessarily have to find a starter. George Kittle is still one of the very best at his position, but after that the depth chart is bleak for San Francisco.
They’ve put some resources into trying to improve the roster spots behind Kittle, but in this year’s draft they finally put real resources into it. With the 101st pick they selected Alabama TE Cameron Latu and added a player who could provide a legitimate No. 2 receiving threat alongside Kittle.
Here’s what the TE depth chart looks like following Day 2 of the draft: