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49ers kick off final day of 2023 NFL Draft with 2 stud picks

By Safa Shooshtry

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - DECEMBER 21: Joey Beljan #89 of the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers is tackled by Darrell Luter Jr. #18 of the South Alabama Jaguars during the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl at Caesars Superdome on December 21, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - DECEMBER 21: Joey Beljan #89 of the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers is tackled by Darrell Luter Jr. #18 of the South Alabama Jaguars during the R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl at Caesars Superdome on December 21, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) /
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Darrell Luter, Jr. (DB19) Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 155: CB Darrell Luter Jr.

With the 155th overall selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, the 49ers used their first of two fifth-round picks on cornerback Darrell Luter Jr. out of South Alabama.

Luter Jr. played three seasons at South Alabama. In 2021 he grabbed four interceptions and had 10 passes defended. In his 2022 campaign, he played in 13 games and had one interception and seven passes defended.

Although cornerbacks Charvarius Ward and Deommodore Lenoir will likely be the two starters at the position in 2023, Luter Jr. brings an added level of depth to the defensive back group.

Although he will probably see more time on special teams, Luter Jr. will be able to step in should there be any injuries. He is a great addition to the future of the team and will bring his explosiveness and 40.5-inch vertical as reported by The Athletic’s David Lombardi.