Bears’ Jeffrey Simmons trade highlights elephant in the room 49ers can’t ignore

Zane Gelphman of Niner Noise argues that the Chicago Bears' trade for defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons highlights a roster dilemma for the San Francisco 49ers. Chicago sent two first-round draft picks and a fourth-rounder to acquire the 29-year-old Pro Bowler, demonstrating a willingness to spend draft capital that the writer contends San Francisco cannot match amid the NFC playoff race.

The writer notes that while Chicago relies on young core players under 25, key 49ers offensive veterans like Christian McCaffrey, Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, and George Kittle are over 30. Consequently, Gelphman suggests San Francisco cannot afford to sacrifice premium future draft picks ahead of the November 10 trade deadline.