The San Francisco 49ers have built their defense out from the defensive line ever since coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch arrived eight years ago. An underwhelming performance from that unit during a disappointing 2024 season has led to a near complete overhaul at the position with San Francisco now counting on three rookies and recently acquired edge rusher Bryce Huff to give enough support to holdover star Nick Bosa to get back to having a dominant front.

Here is a ranking of 11 defensive ends the 49ers have acquired to pair with Nick Bosa over the years, and with a Bryce Huff trade in place.

The Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers have officially completed a trade sending Eagles defensive lineman Bryce Huff to the Niners for a mid-round draft pick in next year's draft, the teams announced Monday.