"We've always prided ourselves on our defensive front and getting after people. You've got to put the quarterback down and so that's something that we want to address - and we will address."
"This 27-year-old Cameroon native may not be a household name, but he is known to new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who coached the Atlanta Falcons the past two seasons while Ebiketie finished out his rookie contract. His slighter frame is offset by elite get-off speed the 49ers covet."
The San Francisco 49ers finished last season with an NFL-low 20 sacks, revealing a significant defensive weakness despite their historical pride in their defensive front. Key defensive ends face major obstacles: Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams are recovering from ACL injuries, Bryce Huff produced no sacks in the final ten games and carries a $16 million bonus obligation, and Keion White is rehabilitating from a gunshot wound. General manager John Lynch acknowledged the need to address this deficiency. The team plans to pursue contingency plans and depth through free agency, with the draft remaining their historically preferred avenue. Potential targets include Arnold Ebiketie, known to new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, and possibly Joey Bosa.
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