“Really, where (trade discussions) happen typically is once the workouts start,” he said. “Everybody’s sitting in their suites, GMs kind of walk suite to suite. So I’m sure there will be interest. He’s a really good player.”
Hunter would step in as an immediate contributor on first and second downs. He has the tools to improve as a pass-rusher and ultimately become a three-down player on the defensive line.
Hunter showed his immense talent during the week of practices at the Senior Bowl, where he established himself as one of the standout players.
49ers insider addresses Trent Williams release vs. trade debate
“I would think that, for teams out there interested in him, they would realize that they would have to also — if they give the 49ers, say, a first-round draft pick for Trent Williams, or a second and a third, or whatever the case may be — they also have to meet his contract demands,” Maiocco explained. “And so, there might be a little bit of reluctance for teams like that….so, yeah, there would be plenty of teams, I would think, that could feel like they could use Trent Williams in their starting lineup,” Maiocco added.”