2011 NFL Mock Draft: San Francisco 49ers, Seven Rounds

Despite the offense being the weakness on last year's team, the Niners will look at a lot of defensive players in this year's draft. They need to replace at least one OLB, maybe two, and the secondary has been a weakness.

San Francisco has a lot of young players on the offensive side of the ball who they hope to develop, so most of the offensive picks will be value picks or picks to provide depth. Of course, their biggest need is at quarterback, so it will be interesting to see if they take a player early from a QB class that lacks luster. 

Round 1, Pick 7: Von Miller OLB Texas A&M

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ARLINGTON, TX - JANUARY 07: Jordan Jefferson #9 of the Louisiana State University Tigers throws under pressure from Von Miller #40 of the Texas A&M Aggies during the AT&T Cotton Bowl at Cowboys Stadium on January 7, 2011 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by C

It will be tempting to take a corner at this spot but Miller fills two needs for the Niners with one pick. They need to add an outside linebacker and they need a player who can manufacture a pass rush on his own. 

Miller went back to college and also improved his coverage skills.

Round 2, Pick 45: Davon House CB New Mexico State

Not the biggest name among all of the cornerbacks in the draft but he is a solid tackler with good ball skills. During his college career, House took three INTs into the end zone and is a threat to score every time he gets his hands on the ball. 

Round 3, Pick 76: Jerrell Powe NT Mississippi

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TUSCALOOSA, AL - OCTOBER 16: Jerrell Powe #57 of the Ole Miss Rebels against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 16, 2010 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Powe gives the team an insurance policy in case Aubrayo Franklin leaves in free agency, or could facilitate a move for him to DE. He has the size to man the middle of a 3-4 defense and is accustomed to seeing double teams, which gives him good preparation to work in the middle.

Round 4, Pick 107: Owen Marecic FB Stanford

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PALO ALTO, CA - OCTOBER 23: Owen Marecic #48 of the Stanford Cardinal is tackled by C.J. Mizell #12 of the Washington State Cougars at Stanford Stadium on October 23, 2010 in Palo Alto, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Harbaugh absolutely loves this guy and if he is still available at this spot in the fourth round, I would consider it a lock. The only reason that Marecic will fall this far is because the fullback is not used as much in today's NFL.

He will have the advantage of already being familiar with the offense and is a versatile player who can play offense, defense and special teams. Tom Rathman will love to be able to coach this player.

Round 4, Pick 117: Pat Devlin QB Delaware

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COLUMBUS, OH - OCTOBER 25: Quarterback Pat Devlin #7 of the Penn State Nittany Lions hands off the ball against the Ohio State Buckeyes on October 25, 2008 at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images)

Devlin is a project but most of the QBs in this draft are. He has good accuracy but does not have great arm strength.

There are questions about him, as there were about Joe Flacco because he decided to shy away from competition and move to an FCS program.

Round 5, Pick 137: Noel Devine RB West Virginia

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LOUISVILLE, KY - NOVEMBER 20: Noel Devine #7 of the West Virginia Mountaineers runs with the ball during the Big East Conference game against the Louisville Cardinals at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium on November 20, 2010 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo b

The addition of Noel Devine would complete the trifecta for the 49ers. They would have an all-around back (Frank Gore), a power back (Anthony Dixon) and a speed back (Noel Devine). It would give them a lot of options to create different offensive looks and keep the defense on its toes.

His size is a concern, but as long as he can add a little weight he can be an effective NFL player.

Round 6, Pick 168: Will Hill FS Florida

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 30: Will Hill #10 of the Florida Gators holds up the ball after an interception during the game against the Georgia Bulldogs at EverBank Field on October 30, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

A talented safety who has has some off-the-field issues. Should have stayed for another year at Florida but reportedly did not get along with the new head coach, Will Muschamp.

Dashon Goldson may be gone and Taylor Mays has yet to prove himself, so the Niners need to add some talent at safety.

Round 6, Pick 185: Zane Taylor G/C Utah

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SAN DIEGO - NOVEMBER 20: Running back Matt Asiata #4 and center Zane Taylor #77 of the Utah Utes celebrate Asiata's one yard touchdown run against the San Diego State Aztecs in the fourth quarter at Qualcomm Stadium on November 20, 2010 in San Diego, Ca

First team All-MWC player who would give the Niners the backup center that they could have used this year, as well as a player who can fill in at guard if needed.

With Chilo Rachal's struggles and Eric Heitmann's age, this could be a very nice value pick.

Round 7, Pick 199: Chris Matthews WR Kentucky

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LEXINGTON, KY - NOVEMBER 13: Chris Matthews #8 of the Kentucky Wildcats runs with the ball while defended by Chris Marve #13 of the Vanderbilt Commodores at Commonwealth Stadium on November 13, 2010 in Lexington, Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Ima

Matthews would give San Francisco something that they have been lacking, a tall receiver who can go up and get the ball.

Round 7, Pick 204: Rodney Gnat OLB Louisville

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LOUISVILLE, KY - SEPTEMBER 06: Peanut Whitehead #8 and Rodney Gnat #58 of Louisville put pressure on Joe Craddock #12 of Middle Tennessee during the game on September 6, 2007 at Papa John's Cardinal Stadium in Louisville , Kentucky. (Photo by Andy Lyons/

A good pass rusher with questions about his motivation. He responded at times to Charlie Strong's coaching but faded during the course of the season.

He's a good risk/reward value and the kind of guy that you use a seventh-round pick on and hope for the best.

Priority Rookie Free Agent: Mitch Mustain QB USC

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LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 27: Quarterback Mitch Mustain #16 of the USC Trojans throws a pass against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on November 27, 2010 in Los Angeles, California. Notre Dame won 20-16. (Photo by St

May go undrafted after his drug arrest, but if the Niners draft a guy like Pat Devlin they would be well served to go get Mustain, who has experience in a pro-style offense and also has upside.