2008 NFL Draft: 1.29 Kentwan Balmer, DT, San Francisco 49ers
The 49ers wanted to beef up the middle and they found the best 3-4 tackle prospect on the board in UNC’s Kentwan Balmer. Balmer is 308 pounds and a space eater; exactly the kind of player the 49ers want to have in their DT rotation. He failed to make a major impact in his early college years, but came on strong in 2007. His status as a potential “one year wonder” is what led to his fall toward the late 1st round; but he has significant potential.
Fantasy Impact: The 49ers defense was terrible last year, any quality defender can’t hurt.
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