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Peter Schrager Projects the 49ers to Draft D-Tackle Walter Nolen

The 49ers' most pressing need in the upcoming draft is defensive tackle and it's not particularly close. The best defensive tackle the 49ers currently have on their roster is Jordan Elliott who was a liability last season.

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NFL Draft 2025: Ole Miss DL Walter Nolen Draft Profile

The Rebel defensive lineman is not likely to make it to Friday When Walter Nolen announced that he would be transferring to Ole Miss for the 2024 season, there were massive expectations placed on him to transform the defensive line with the help of his position coach Randall Joyner.

Mississippi Rebels News / Gridiron Heroics / April 21

Cowboys linked to replacement for former first-round NFL Draft bust

The Dallas Cowboys struck gold by selecting Micah Parsons in the first round of the 2021 NFL Draft, but not every pick along the front-seven has worked out anywhere close to as well. They could address one such miss in this year's draft.

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College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 20

Ole Miss DT Walter Nolen Had Eight 30 Visits

Ole Miss DT Walter Nolen has been busy this pre-draft season, taking official 30 visits with at least eight different teams. Per our 2025 NFL Draft Visit

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The 'Twithciest' Defensive Tackle In Draft Reportedly Visited With Eagles

One of the final puzzle pieces to the Eagles’ top 30 visits clicked into place when it was revealed that Walter Nolen met with the Eagles during the process.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Broncos Host Ole Miss First-Team All-American DT on Top-30 Visit

With the 20th overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos could go multiple different routes. For a lot of the offseason, they have been mocked to choose a running back, wide receiver, or tight end.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / April 16

Report: Broncos Meet with First-Round Defender Before Draft

Two positions seem to be emerging as the most likely scenario for the Denver Broncos with the 20th overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft: running back and interior defensive line.

NFL News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / April 16

Eagles General Manager Has A Process For Evaluating 'Red Flag' Players In Draft

Walter Nolen makes a lot of sense for the Eagles and could be a target for general manager Howie Roseman when the NFL Draft begins next week. That might require a move up the draft board to land the defensive tackle from Mississippi.

College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 15

Ole Miss DT Walter Nolen Reportedly Visited Six Teams

Ole Miss DT Walter Nolen has completed pre-draft visits with six teams so far. Per our 2025 NFL Draft Visit Tracker, Nolen has scheduled or taken visits

NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / April 15

Packers Hosting ‘Next Aaron Donald’ on NFL Draft Visit

The Green Bay Packers need a more explosive and consistent pass rush. Could that be Walter Nolen? One of the premier defensive tackle prospects, he arrived in Green Bay on Monday for a predraft visit.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 14

Eagles host S Malaki Starks; team interested in Walter Nolen, James Pearce Jr.?

The Eagles’ draft plans will depend in large part on how the first-round board shakes out before they are on the clock. A trio of names have emerged regarding Day 1 defenders the team thinks highly of, though.

College Football News / Ole Miss Rebels on SI / April 14

The Buzz: Ole Miss Football's Walter Nolen Receiving Praise Ahead of NFL Draft

Ole Miss defensive lineman Walter Nolen has been one of the most talked about defenders in this year's NFL Draft, and for good reason. Some mock drafts have Nolen being selected as high as No.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Bills Projected to ‘Twitch Up’ With First-Round Pick

The Buffalo Bills are mocked to draft an interior defensive lineman in the first round of the NFL Draft later this month. They appear to be set at the

Is Walter Nolen The Clear 1st-Round Choice for Chiefs?

With the 2025 NFL Draft quickly approaching the Kansas City Chiefs are finalizing their draft plans like all the rest of the league. The Chiefs will look to get better through the draft, as they need a strong class to help them out for the 2025 NFL season.

College Football News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Ole Miss Star Walter Nolen Hit With Dreaded Label Ahead of Draft

Head coach Lane Kiffin has been an incredible recruiter during his five-year tenure at Ole Miss. He has been especially stout in the transfer portal, landing top recruits like Jaxson Dart, Princely Umanmielen, Trey Amos, and Walter Nolen over the last several years.

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 10

NFL Draft intel: Could SEC QB go in first round?

Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled April 24-26 in Green Bay. From an Alabama quarterback to an Indiana defensive lineman, here are five players we are tracking.

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Chicago Bears 2025 NFL Draft profile: Walter Nolen

Is there a definitive ‘top need’ for the Chicago Bears as they head into the 2025 NFL Draft? You can argue a few, such as running back, offensive line, and EDGE rusher.

College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / April 8

49ers to host Mykel Williams, Walter Nolen

The 49ers own the No. 11 pick in April’s draft, and they are set to host a pair of defenders who could be selected in that range. Edge rusher Mykel Williams and defensive tackle Walter Nolen will visit the team, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / April 7

Report: Walter Nolen lines up several visits ahead of 2025 NFL Draft

The 2025 NFL Draft is fast approaching, and that means visits are in full swing for top prospects. Ole Miss defensive tackle Walter Nolen has had several.

Ole Miss Football's Walter Nolen Visits Dallas Cowboys, Multiple Teams Ahead of Draft

Lane Kiffin and the Ole Miss Rebels football program continues garnering significant attention ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft, and for good reason. With multiple Rebels expected to be selected, and a few graded as first-round picks, it's no wonder as to why the program has been receiving attention from the media.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 4

First-round defensive prospect teased visit with Cowboys on social media

The Dallas Cowboys have 10 picks in the 2025 NFL Draft, with the first coming at No. 12 overall. Most draft pundits expect the Cowboys to add a wide receiver at this spot, but they're keeping their options open.

College Football News / Yardbarker / April 13

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on 49ers' pick at No. 11

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on 49ers' first-round pick at No. 11

After losing 17 free agents, the 49ers are looking to add young, inexpensive talent with pick No. 11.

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Cowboys' first-round pick at No. 12

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NFL News / Yardbarker / April 8

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Cardinals' first-round pick at No. 16

The 2025 NFL Draft is now 16 days away and for the fourth time in franchise history, the Arizona Cardinals own the 16th pick. This year, they’ve been linked to these players in various mock drafts.

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Bengals' first-round pick at No. 17

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Seahawks' first-round pick at No. 18

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Buccaneers' first-round pick at No. 19

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Broncos' first-round pick at No. 20

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Steelers' first-round pick at No. 21

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 25

TDN mock draft: 49ers add 'explosive, powerful' D-lineman at No. 11

Daniel Harms of The Draft Network released a mock draft this week, projecting the San Francisco 49ers to address a critical need with their first pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 23