49ers Trade Day 2 Pick to Cowboys for Standout Defensive Tackle
The San Francisco 49ers have made a significant move by trading a third-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to acquire standout defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa from the Dallas Cowboys. This trade was reported on Wednesday by NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The specific draft pick involved is the 92nd overall selection.
About Osa Odighizuwa
Osa Odighizuwa, 27, has established himself as a key player in the NFL. He was drafted by the Cowboys in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft out of UCLA. Over his five seasons with Dallas, he has achieved impressive statistics:
- 216 total tackles
- 17 sacks
- 34 tackles for loss
In 2025, Odighizuwa recorded notable numbers, including 44 tackles and 3.5 sacks. He also led the Cowboys with 52 pressures last season, boasting a pass rush win rate of 13.6%, according to Pro Football Focus (PFF).
Why the 49ers Made the Trade
The 49ers were actively looking for enhancements to their defensive line. They had needs both at edge and interior positions. Although they selected defensive tackles Alfred Collins and C.J. West in the previous draft, adding an established player like Odighizuwa was deemed essential.
Reports revealed that the 49ers were interested in top free-agent defensive tackle John Franklin-Myers before he signed with the Titans. This intensified their need to secure a proven talent, prompting the trade for Odighizuwa.
Contract Details
Osa Odighizuwa arrives in San Francisco with three years remaining on his current contract. His financial obligations include:
- $16.25 million base salary in 2026
- $20 million base salary in 2027
- $20 million base salary in 2028
This trade allows the 49ers to utilize one of their seven draft picks to strengthen their roster. They maintain their first-round pick (27th overall), second-round pick (58th overall), and four fourth-round picks (127th, 133rd, 138th, and 139th overall).
Overall, the addition of Odighizuwa represents a strategic move for the 49ers as they aim for a stronger defensive lineup in the upcoming season.
