49ers exec gushes over new rookie's physical traits
The San Francisco 49ers selected offensive lineman Enrqiue Cruz Jr. in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL draft. 49ers vice president of player personnel Tariq Ahmad praised Cruz's physical attributes, highlighting his acceleration and explosiveness. Cruz is expected to develop as a swing tackle and potentially become a starter in the future.
- ▪Enrqiue Cruz Jr. was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL draft.
- ▪He played four seasons at Syracuse before transferring to Kansas in 2025.
- ▪Tariq Ahmad noted that Cruz possesses top-10 percent talent in terms of physical abilities.
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