I LIKE THE 49ERS but why did they draft Kentwan Balmer with there first round pick but

Question

Kris Jenkins was a free agent when i saw that's who they took i said who the h**l is that is this guy gonna be a bust Baalmer.?

Answer 1

I think the only other position that they need to improve more is WR, but this was a very bad draft for receivers, so they made the only plausible choice.  

Answer 2

Balmer was the best D-lineman on the board at that time for the niners so i don't see this as that bad of a move. With the retirement of Bryant Young, this was a no brainer for San Fran. Plus you gotta have a little faith in the 49er's front office and their ability to find talent in the draft. This is the same team who drafted Patrick Willis last year and he went on to lead the league in tackles. They also picked up Manny Lawson a couple years back as well as Vernon Davis.  

Answer 3

Well, if you payed attention to who they drafted last season, you would know that they are trying to improve their defence. I dont thnk he will be a bust, they picked a MLB last year and he led the NFL in tackes in his first season. 178 tackles!? It is hard to question and person who picks up someone like that for a team.

Answer 4

Well, Jenkins went to the Jets in free agency, so the Niners had no chance there.

Don't be so down on Balmer. He was a bit of a one year wonder at North Carolina, but he has all the tools. The 49ers run a 3-4; and Balmer has the size and agility to play end or tackle. With Bryant Young retired, San Fran had no choice but to go after the best defensive lineman on the board. That was Balmer.