2017 NFL Mock Draft: Creative Trades Dominate QB Position

42. The temptation to take a quarterback is going to be almost overwhelming for the San Francisco 49ers at this pick. It’s likely they may not have one higher moving forward and this will be their best opportunity to get the best possible talent in the draft. Still, GM John Lynch knows his job is to build the strongest possible roster. Sometimes the quarterbacks don’t measure up on the talent scale. So until that opportunity comes around, he sticks to the board. <p>Considering the team will be shifting to a 4-3 system on defense, it’s imperative they find players who can fit it. Solomon Thomas is exactly what they’re seeking in the kind of disruptive defensive lineman that scheme requires. He’s athletic and quick enough for defensive end while strong and big enough for defensive tackle. The guy is relentless on every snap and just has a way of disrupting what offenses try to do.</p>. DE. Stanford. Solomon Thomas . 2. player