As the NFL Draft approaches, the San Francisco 49ers are making headlines for their desire to trade back from their first-round pick. This comes just two years after their controversial move to trade up for a higher position.

According to ESPN insider Adam Schefter, the 49ers rank among several teams—such as the Steelers and Jaguars—looking to move down in the first round. With the draft just days away, they are reportedly eager to collect more picks.

Given that the 49ers hold the No. 11 pick and already boast a whopping 11 selections in total, their strategy makes sense. They face significant gaps in both the offensive and defensive lines, as well as challenges in positions like linebacker and secondary. To address these needs, acquiring additional picks could provide crucial depth and help reshape their roster.

However, there's a hitch: not many teams seem inclined to trade up this year. While the Denver Broncos have shown interest in moving up, the overall market appears sparse as teams weigh whether any draft prospects are truly worth the risk of trading. The lack of standout quarterbacks this year may lead to hesitance among teams looking to make a significant move.

The 49ers' predicament is made all the more complex by their past. After the hefty price paid for Trey Lance, they’re still feeling the impact of previous draft missteps and the absence of first-round selections in following years. Their roster is top-heavy and needs additional talent and depth following the promising 2024 draft.

As the clock ticks down to the draft, Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch are likely crossing their fingers for willing trade partners to emerge. Will they manage to offload their pick and expand their draft arsenal? Only time will tell, but the stakes are high for the ambitious 49ers.