Projecting Rookie Edge Romello Height's Impact on Niners in 2026
The San Francisco 49ers selected Texas Tech edge rusher Romello Height with the 70th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to address their struggling pass rush. Height, a 6-foot-3, 239-pound defender, is viewed as a high-upside addition despite being a third-round selection. While Nick Bosa is expected to return from injury, the team hopes Height can contribute immediately to bolster their defensive line.
- ▪The 49ers recorded only 20 sacks in the 2025 season, the fewest in the NFL.
- ▪Bryce Huff led the team with four sacks before retiring abruptly after the 2025 season.
- ▪Nick Bosa's 2025 season was cut short due to an ACL injury.
- ▪Romello Height was selected with the No. 70 overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- ▪Height stated he believes he can help improve the 49ers' anemic pass rush.
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