High-ranking 49ers exec says he 'fell in love' with rookie pre-draft
The San Francisco 49ers selected defensive end Romello Height in the third round of the 2026 NFL draft. Tariq Ahmed, the team's vice president of player personnel, expressed his admiration for Height's passion and work ethic during the pre-draft process. Height's performance at the combine and his college career have positioned him as a key player for the 49ers as they recover from injuries to other defensive linemen.
- ▪Romello Height was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 2026 NFL draft.
- ▪He recorded 111 tackles and 16.5 sacks during his college career across four schools.
- ▪Tariq Ahmed praised Height's intensity and passion for football, noting his impressive combine performance.
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