The 49ers’ plan with safety Ji’Ayir Brown may require some time for development, which would explain the small logjam they’ve created at the position.
San Francisco traded up to No. 87 in this year’s draft to ensure they snagged the Penn State safety. He figures to slot in as the free safety alongside Talanoa Hufanga, but veteran Tashaun Gipson is presently atop the depth chart after leading the team in interceptions last season and re-signing on a one-year deal.
