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NFL free agency: 5 under-the-radar free agents 49ers should consider to add depth

By Florito Maniego

SANTA CLARA, CA - OCTOBER 06: A view of a San Francisco 49ers helmet during warms up prior to their NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on October 6, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CA - OCTOBER 06: A view of a San Francisco 49ers helmet during warms up prior to their NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on October 6, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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NASHVILLE, TN – DECEMBER 03: DaQuan Jones #90 of the Tennessee Titans reacts against the Houston Texans during the first half at Nissan Stadium on December 3, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TN – DECEMBER 03: DaQuan Jones #90 of the Tennessee Titans reacts against the Houston Texans during the first half at Nissan Stadium on December 3, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) /

No. 4: DE DaQuan Jones

DaQuan Jones was one of the biggest contributors to the Tennessee Titans defensive front’s success. Drafted in the fourth round of the 2014 NFL Draft, Jones worked his way up to become a starter at defensive end.

Despite only playing 12 games, Jones had his best year in 2017 totaling 3.5 sacks and 31 tackles. In the same season, Jones displayed his talents as a run defender and proved his unstoppable motor along the trenches.

Pro Football Focus even gave Jones an overall grade of 80.8 for his impressive 2017 performance.

Although he only provides an adequate pass rush, Jones is still an excellent run stuffer. He can play either as a defensive tackle or a defensive end, which also shows how he can bring versatility to any NFL team.

At only 26 years old, Jones can be a great depth addition to the 49ers if both sides show interest. Even though he may not necessarily start for the team, San Francisco could still use Jones in many ways considering his ability to play various positions.