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Why the 49ers Are a Top Destination for GM Candidates

By Eric Gamboa

Dec 11, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; A San Francisco 49ers fan holds a sign reading "still faithful" during the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. The New York Jets defeated the San Francisco 49ers 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; A San Francisco 49ers fan holds a sign reading "still faithful" during the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. The New York Jets defeated the San Francisco 49ers 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /
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Draft Capital

The San Francisco 49ers will have a total of 11 (including one likely compensatory) draft picks in the upcoming 2017 NFL Draft. In addition, the 49ers hold the second overall pick in the draft.

This early positioning sets up a dream scenario for a future GM. This said GM would have plenty of options to help steer this franchise in the right direction.

The new GM can choose to take a risk on a quarterback helping solidify a major position of need. Or the new GM can choose to select all-world prospect Myles Garrett (outside linebacker, Texas A&M).

More than likely, a new GM will choose to trade down and acquire even more draft picks. Having more draft picks allows the new GM the ability to add even more young talent to a starless roster.

Having more draft picks means the GM will have a better chance of having more hits than misses in the draft. A higher batting average will give any GM increased job security.