2020 NFL Draft: 7-round 49ers mock going all offense

It should be of little surprise the 49ers would look to bolster the interior of their offensive line with their second pick of this draft. That they got a solid, versatile player out of the selection makes it even that much better.

Former Michigan offensive lineman Cesar Ruiz was a top prospect coming out of high school and ended up starting 26 games in his last two seasons in Ann Arbor, along with five starts and 10 overall appearances as a freshman.

Ruiz played right guard and center while at Michigan, which means he could immediately push Daniel Brunskill and Tom Compton to start in between center Weston Richburg and right tackle Mike McGlinchey in 2020. He might also be a long-term answer anchoring the 49ers offensive line if Richburg continues to struggle to stay healthy.

Playing in former 49er and now-Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh’s system for the Wolverines gave Ruiz and opportunity to show good movement skills and athleticism, something that would be asked of him a lot in Kyle Shanahan’s scheme.

If he can add some strength without losing quickness, the 49ers might have found themselves a longtime starter for the interior of the offensive line who is capable of playing like this.

As of one of the top interior line options in this year’s draft, there may be some handwringing and hoping Ruiz gets out of the top of the first round without being taken.

But if he does, the 49ers should snatch up him.