The 49ers almost certainly will need a new starting left guard this offseason. The incumbent starter, Aaron Banks, will be a free agent in a few days and

The San Francisco 49ers have at least one starting job open on their offensive line, and they may have filled that spot for a bargain. Aaron Banks is slated for unrestricted free agency and the 49ers may not want or be able bring him back at his market value.

Whether or not Bartch vies for a starting role, the 49ers sought that option as they face the prospect of losing left guard Aaron Banks and swing tackle Jaylon Moore in free agency. Bartch drew praise last season after starting at Buffalo in place of an injured Banks,

The San Francisco 49ers haven't drafted an offensive lineman since taking Notre Dame's Aaron Banks in the second round in 2021. That could change this April.