NFL Free Agency: 10 Under-the-Radar Players the 49ers Should Sign

Oct 16, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Justin Hunter (17) jumps in the stands after scoring a touchdown during the second half against the San Francisco 49ers at New Era Field. Buffalo beat San Francisco 45-16. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 18, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders tackle Menelik Watson (71) walks off the field after a 19-16 win over the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 8: Offensive Tackle Menelik Watson

2016 Cap Hit: $1,525,635

Fans shouldn’t have too high of hopes on second-year pro tackles John Theus and Fahn Cooper emerging into legitimate starters along San Francisco’s offensive line in coming years.

And while the team has veteran left tackle Joe Staley and up-and-coming right tackle Trent Brown, the 49ers could also stand to add a swing tackle to back up either player, especially Staley.

Oakland Raiders tackle Menelik Watson only started five games this year, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see general manager Reggie McKenzie push him out the door this offseason.

As a starter, he’s not a bad option. But he fits even more into the swing-tackle role on San Francisco’s depth chart.