The San Francisco 49ers’ 2026 draft reflected their intentions for the upcoming season.

Their goal is evidently to keep as much of their core together as possible and make a push for the Super Bowl. Rather than targeting immediate-impact starters, most of their selections appear to be long-term or depth additions, with many viewed as reaches.

Pro Football Focus has since put the class under the microscope, delivering a harsh but fair overall grade.

The 49ers dealt with a brutal grade

Dec 14, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan looks on during the fourth quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images | Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

The 49ers front office received a low grade (D) from PFF for their 2026 NFL Draft, largely due to a strategy that prioritized internal evaluations over consensus rankings.…