There was an interesting development on the defensive side for the 49ers during Thursday’s practice. Rookie safety Ji’Ayir Brown got a snap with the first-team defense.
His quick insertion with the starters was certainly notable since it doesn’t appear the 49ers have an open starting job at safety with incumbents Talanoa Hufanga and Tashaun Gipson slated for those two spots. However, defensive coordinator Steve Wilks said Thursday in his post-practice presser Brown’s rookie season will be as much about his long-term development as it is about helping the team in 2023.
