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San Francisco 49ers: Predicting Each Rookie’s Role in 2016

By Bobby Horne

Jun 8, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive line run drills during minicamp at the San Francisco 49ers Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 8, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive line run drills during minicamp at the San Francisco 49ers Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 22, 2014; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Ole Miss Rebels quarterback Ryan Buchanan (9) looks to pass as offensive lineman Fahn Cooper (74) blocks Arkansas Razorbacks defensive end JaMichael Winston (6) during first half action at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Beth Hall-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2014; Fayetteville, AR, USA; Ole Miss Rebels quarterback Ryan Buchanan (9) looks to pass as offensive lineman Fahn Cooper (74) blocks Arkansas Razorbacks defensive end JaMichael Winston (6) during first half action at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Beth Hall-USA TODAY Sports /

Fahn Cooper

San Francisco 49ers tackle Fahn Cooper will compete right away with tackle Trent Brown at the right tackle position. Cooper has a violent nature about himself for which the 49ers are looking, his solid run-blocking ability will help him win over head coach Chip Kelly. Cooper’s role will be as a back up to Brown, but Brown will need to have his A-game all season long to keep his spot.

Depth Chart:

Backup right tackle.

Impact:

Two to three seasons. His run blocking ability will certainly help the 49ers, giving them solid depth at the position. Give Cooper some time to fine tune other aspects of his game, and the battle between him and Brown will be one to watch in the future.

Stat Prediction:

Two sacks allowed.

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