We discovered a free agent on Monday who might strengthen the offensive line problems facing the San Francisco 49ers. Robert Hunt, the right guard for the Miami Dolphins, is a huge boost at the position, has the experience, and fits the scheme.
This summer, ESPN ranked Hunt as the 14th-best free agent. Chase Young, who Matt Bowen feels would be a fantastic fit with the Baltimore Ravens, was one slot below him.
Young made his 49ers debut against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 10, recording two quarterback hits, three pressures, and a split sack. The following week, against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he backed that game up with a sack and five pressures. Together with Nick Bosa, his college teammate, he appeared to be a wonderful fit.
However, Young’s final full-sack game of the regular season would come in Week 11. Additionally, according to Sports Info Solutions, he would only record four QB hits in the remaining part of the season.
Even more alarming than the lack of output was Young’s dubious performance in the NFC Championship game. Spotrac’s estimated market worth for Young is $13 million, but at 24, it’s hard to justify paying him that much given what we saw in the second half of the season.
When Young joins someplace in free agency, the 49ers should get a fair compensatory choice in exchange. Getting more value for their money would be a sensible move for the Niners. We’ll give an overview of a few possible edge rushers the team ought to sign in the offseason. However, Young wasn’t the most effective rusher on the field and wasn’t the best value either.
However, we are unaware of the team’s internal feelings on Young. They might see what he accomplished in the second half as a sign of what he has the potential to become. Young has made no secret of his love for San Francisco. It would be difficult to come up with a better scenario for an edge rusher.
