The 49ers used their first of three seventh-round picks on Oklahoma TE Brayden Willis. However, there could be a position change in his future.
Willis is a bit undersized at 6-3, 241 pounds. If he stays at TE it’s likely he’d be an H-back or move TE. That’s where a position change comes into play.
There’s a chance the 49ers view Willis long-term as a fullback in their offense. FB Kyle Juszczyk is 32 and has three years left on his contract. Willis’ athleticism and size could make him a perfect fit as a do-everything FB like Juszczyk.
In the meantime, it’s easy to see why the 49ers took a flyer on him as their second TE selected in the draft. He caught 13 touchdowns and racked up 998 receiving yards at Oklahoma, and he’s very good at finding space after the catch.
It’s not out of the question he sticks at TE, but with third-round pick Cameron Latu also in the mix, the 49ers could be looking to eventually replace Juszczyk with a converted tight end.
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