The San Francisco 49ers went with the quantity approach in the 2025 NFL Draft, drafting 11 players, which tied the league-high.

But, that doesn’t mean they haven’t found quality. First-round pick Mykel Williams is expected to play a big role, while third-rounder Upton Stout is projected to start at nickel cornerback. Even on Day 3, the 49ers found some players who could be hidden gems as rotational pieces.

Fourth-round pick C.J. West shone early before dealing with an injury, especially as a pass-rusher. But, the biggest surprise may have been fifth-round pick Marques Sigle, who has catapulted himself into the safety rotation.

Sigle, who played college ball at Kansas State, has constantly rotated in with the top unit during training camp, even earning starts during the preseason at safe

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