The San Francisco 49ers, with the No. 11 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft on Thursday, selected Georgia edge rusher Mykel Williams. The early run on upper-crust blockers was brutal for a Niners team that counted the offensive line among its biggest weaknesses.

The San Francisco 49ers addressed their clear, biggest need in the first round of the NFL draft when they selected Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams with No. 11 overall pick. By attacking their biggest need the 49ers gave their grade a strong floor.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers took Georgia edge rusher Mykel Williams with the 11th pick in the NFL draft. The 49ers came into the draft on Thursday night with several holes on the roster following a 6-11 season and several departures earlier in the offseason.