The locker between those of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brandon Allen and offensive lineman Nick Zakelj was empty Monday, the nameplate removed and every personal item gone. It was previously ...
Right tackle Colton McKivitz was the highest-graded 49ers offensive lineman (74.3), while left guard Nick Zakelj shined as the top pass blocker, earning an impressive 89.4 grade in that category ...
The 49ers invested a third-round pick last season ... so they could target a draft pick or open the door for Nick Zakelj, Drake Nugent or Matt Hennessy to compete for a starting job.
Nick Zakelj replaced Banks at left guard against Miami and will likely operate in that role in Week 17 against the Lions on Monday Night Football.