49ers bolster run defense with Odighizuwa, returning Bosa, and rookies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 6:42 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers are looking to improve their run defense in 2026 with the addition of defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa and the return of edge rusher Nick Bosa. In 2025, the 49ers ranked 14th in stopping opponent carries for zero or fewer yards. Odighizuwa's run-stop win rate of 39% last season showcases his potential impact. Bosa's return from injury, alongside promising rookies Romello Height and Gracen Halton, sets a foundation for a stronger unit this upcoming season. Training camp will be a key period for the team’s defense.
- •49ers ranked 14th in run defense during 2025 season.
- •Osa Odighizuwa had a run-stop win rate of 39% last season.
- •Nick Bosa returns after an ACL injury, aiming for Week 1.
- •Rookies Romello Height and Gracen Halton could make significant contributions.
- •Training camp will be crucial for team chemistry and performance.
- 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Osa Odighizuwa, healthy Bosa and rookies fuel 49ers' run-D outlook
"The 49ers had a mediocre run-stopping unit in 2025, but new additions and returning stars could bolster the group in 2026.
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