San Francisco 49ers: The Best 5 Draft Picks Of The Last Decade
By David Ochoa
NaVorro Bowman, Round 3/Pick #91, 2010
Dec 15, 2013; Tampa, FL, USA; San Francisco 49ers inside linebacker NaVorro Bowman (53) rushes during the second half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. San Francisco 49ers defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 33-14. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
The 49ers get extra points for value for this pick. Not very often to you pick a player who is top three at his position in the third round. Bowman saw limited as a a rookie in 2010, but when he was awarded the starting role in 2011, everyone instantly knew that he would be a star. With Patrick Willis mentoring him, Bowman quickly rose to the top of the list of inside linebackers. Bowman has earned All-Pro honors all three years that he has started. Bowman is only 25 years old, and if he keeps up his level of play, they’ll find a spot for him in Canton, Ohio.