49ers draft pick is willing to move to new position in the NFL
The San Francisco 49ers drafted Washington offensive tackle Carver Willis, who is willing to move to a new position on the line. The team's front office believes he will be better suited playing guard than tackle.
The San Francisco 49ers drafted Carver Willis, an offensive tackle from Washington, in the 2026 NFL draft. Willis spent five seasons at Kansas State before finishing his collegiate career with the Huskies. He started 27 games at right tackle over the last three seasons. Willis is open to moving to a different position on the line, stating he is 'happy to do it no matter where they need me on the line.' The 49ers' front office believes Willis will be better suited playing guard, with assistant general manager RJ Gillen saying they see him 'more on the inside.' Willis will compete with Connor Colby and Brett Toth to start at left guard in 2026.
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