What needs remain for 49ers on Day 3 of NFL draft?

The 49ers addressed their biggest needs, but they still have work to do in the later rounds.

Linebacker

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There’s not really a starting role available, but the 49ers let Elijah Lee walk in free agency which opens a roster spot at linebacker. With Kwon Alexander suffering major injuries in back-to-back seasons, it’s worth adding some additional bodies to compete for reserve roles and special teams jobs. Finding a good athlete who can perhaps carve out a role behind NFL coaching makes sense