The 2026 NFL Draft is in the rearview mirror, and the San Francisco 49ers are already shifting gears toward the next chapter of their offseason program—rookie minicamp is just around the corner. It’s been a busy few months for the Niners, who came into the offseason with a clear to-do list and wasted no time checking off boxes.

In free agency, the 49ers were more aggressive than in recent years, making key additions at wide receiver, offensive line, defensive line, linebacker, and cornerback. By the time the dust settled, San Francisco could have new starters at each of those spots come 2026. That kind of activity gave the team some breathing room heading into the draft, allowing them to focus on taking the best players available—and planning for the long haul—rather than scrambling to fill immediate holes.

That strategy played out in their first three picks: wide receiver De’Zhaun Stribling, edge rusher Romello Height, and running back Kaelon Black. Each selection reflects a team thinking about both depth and the future, not just patching up gaps in the starting lineup.

But as the offseason moves into its next phase and the roster starts to take shape, one glaring question remains: who’s going to line up at left guard?

The hole at the position opened up when Spencer Burford and Ben Bartch departed this offseason, and so far, the 49ers haven’t made a splash to fill it. They did address their swing tackle spot by signing Vederian Lowe to a two-year deal, but at guard, the team opted for a series of smaller, more budget-friendly moves.

The most notable addition is Brett Toth, who inked a one-year, $2.5 million contract with $2.215 million guaranteed. Then there’s Robert Jones, who signed a one-year, $1.75 million deal with $1.64 million in guarantees. Neither of those contracts screams “locked-in starter,” leaving fans and analysts alike wondering if the 49ers are truly comfortable with their current options.

There’s also Connor Colby, the 2025 seventh-round pick who was thrown into the fire last season when injuries struck at left guard. He looked overmatched as a rookie, and while he’s still developing, it’s fair to ask whether he’s ready to step into a starting role this year.

The draft didn’t provide a clear answer either. Despite a clear need for offensive line help—both now and down the road—the 49ers waited until Day 3 to address the position, selecting Washington offensive lineman Carver Willis in the fourth round. Willis played tackle in college, but scouts project him to move inside to guard at the pro level.

So, with rookie minicamp on the horizon and the roster largely set, the left guard spot remains the biggest question mark for a 49ers team that otherwise looks ready to compete. Whether the answer is already on the roster or still out there on the market, it’s a storyline worth watching as the offseason unfolds.