49ERS SQUAD SHOW: CALEB LOMU Clear FAVORITE For 49ers First Round Pick?

The Locked On 49ers Squad Show dives deep into the San Francisco 49ers' upcoming NFL Draft strategy, with a strong consensus forming around Caleb Lomu as the top target at pick 27. Hosts Eric Triple E Engel, Dwayne Board, and Ayrton Ostley analyze Lomu’s versatility, noting his ability to play both left guard and left tackle—filling an immediate need and a future contingency for Trent Williams. His athleticism, footwork, and high floor are praised, despite concerns over his sub-34-inch arm length, which the panel downplays due to his strong wingspan and pass-pro skills. The discussion shifts to alternative options like Cassius Howell (ruled out due to short arms), Keldrick Falk, Zion Young, and TJ Parker, with a focus on edge rushers who can develop over time. The 49ers’ luxury of depth on defense allows them to take a developmental edge rusher. The episode also covers the Rams’ request to play the 49ers in Australia, which the hosts view as petty and a strategic attempt to disrupt the 49ers’ home-field advantage, with Kyle Shanahan reportedly retaliating by requesting the Rams be the opponent in Mexico City. The show concludes with frustration over the ongoing Brandon Aiyuk situation, with the hosts agreeing the team should cut ties and move on rather than hold out for minimal returns. The draft and roster drama dominate the conversation, with a clear preference for Lomu as the ideal pick.