DEFENSIVE NEEDS: Should the 49ers Go After Pass Rush or Coverage in the 2026 Offseason?

Can the San Francisco 49ers fix their defensive woes by beefing up the front line, or is a ball-hawking safety the real missing piece? Offseason priorities, dissecting whether improved pass rush or a playmaking secondary is the key to a championship-caliber defense. From Nick Bosa's return and the search for a reliable edge rusher, to Eddy Pineiro’s impact on special teams and free agent safety options like Kevin Byard, every angle gets covered.