Being successful in business requires taking risks. Those risks sometimes pay off tenfold. Other times they blow up in your face. During the 2021 offseason the 49ers felt a change was needed to get a sixth Lombardi Trophy. The organization had a capable roster. Unfortunately, the most important player on the team could not stay healthy to get them over the top. John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan decided to take…
How Trey Lance can become 49ers starter
The 49ers quarterback situation has been a hot topic during the NFL owners meeting in Phoenix. John Lynch met with the media Monday. Tuesday morning it was Kyle Shanahan’s turn. Here are the key takeaways from the head coach. Brock Purdy earned the 49ers starting quarterback job “It would have been pretty easy if Brock was healthy. The way Brock played last year; he’d be the starter going into it….
49ers sign Matt Pryor, expect to use option on Brandon Aiyuk
The 49ers continue to stockpile offensive linemen. On Monday the team announced they have signed OL Matt Pryor to a one-year deal. Pryor was originally drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round of the 2018 NFL Draft. Throughout his five-year NFL career with the Eagles (2018-20) and Indianapolis Colts (2021-22), he has appeared in 60 regular season games, making 24 regular season starts and one in the postseason. A versatile…
John Lynch, “Brock Purdy’s the leader”
The 49ers quarterback situation gained some clarity Monday morning. San Francisco went into the offseason with the status of Brock Purdy in question after the quarterback suffered a torn UCL in his throwing elbow early in the NFC championship game. Purdy underwent surgery to have an internal brace placed in the elbow on March 10. The surgery was deemed a success and the only update provided by the team stated…
Key dates for 49ers and Brock Purdy; Offseason schedule announced
The San Francisco 49ers offseason program has come into focus. On Friday the NFL announced the offseason workout schedule for all 32 teams. The 49ers are set to open their offseason program April 17. The 49ers will host rookie minicamp the first of second weekend following the draft. The draft is set for April 27-29 and the Niners currently hold 11 selections. San Francisco will hold three weeks of on…
49ers trade for kicker Zane Gonzalez
The Robbie Gould era in San Francisco appears to be over. Late Friday afternoon the 49ers acquired kicker Zane Gonzalez in a trade with the Carolina Panthers, according to his agent Mike McCartney. In return for Gonzalez the 49ers are sending the Panthers a conditional 2025 late-round draft pick pending completion of a physical. Considering the trade terms are conditional, this move does not rule out the possibility of the…
49ers hire Wilks, Kubiak, announce two others
The San Francisco 49ers made the hiring of Steve Wilks as defensive coordinator official on Thursday. The team also announced the hire of Klint Kubiak as offensive passing game specialist, Jacob Webster as defensive quality control coach and Max Molz as coaching operations assistant. A leader of men, Wilks has shown the ability to inspire and motivate his players. This past season saw Wilks named as interim head coach in Carolina, replacing Matt Rhule following a…
49ers, Austin Bryant agree to terms
The 49ers had a hole along the defensive line. They made a move to fill it Wednesday afternoon. According to NFL Network insider Tom Peliserro, the 49ers agreed to terms with defensive end Austin Bryant. Bryant was selected in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft by the Detroit Lions. He played collegiately at Clemson University where he was a teammate of Clelin Ferrell, another recent free agent addition…
Updated 49ers Free Agency Tracker and Depth Chart
Nearly a week since the beginning of the NFL new league year, the 49ers have added six new players led by former Eagles defensive tackle Javon Hargrave and Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold. San Franciso has also re-signed eight players who were with the club in 2022 including starting center Jake Brendel and free safety Tashaun Gipson. Below is the updated 49ers free agency tracker and depth chart. These will continue…
49ers should inquire about Lamar Jackson
It has been nearly two weeks since the Baltimore Ravens placed the nonexclusive franchise tag on quarterback Lamar Jackson, still no team has been linked to talks with the 2019 NFL MVP. The San Francisco 49ers should be inquiring what it would take to bring Jackson to the Bay Area. It has been nearly 25 years since the 49ers had an MVP caliber quarterback leading their team. The time since…
49ers agree to terms with DB Myles Hartsfield
The San Francisco 49ers have made another addition to their defense. Since the start of free agency San Francisco has added five new players to their roster, four of them on the defensive side of the ball. According to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network, the 49ers have agreed to terms with former Carolina Panthers defensive back Myles Hartsfield. Hartsfield follows former Panthers defensive coordinator Steve Wilks to San Francisco. The Panthers…
Honest assessment of 49ers quarterback situation
No organization in the NFL does quarterback controversies like the San Francisco 49ers. “My entire career I’ve had quarterback controversy,” said four-time Pro Bowl tight end George Kittle when asked about the position during a recent interview. Questions about the position continue to linger over the organization despite reaching a Super Bowl and consecutive NFC championship game appearances. When the open tampering period of NFL free agency opened Monday morning…
49ers re-sign pair of veterans
Through the first three days of free agency the 49ers upgraded their starting defense and brought back critical pieces of their offense. They have opened day four by adding depth along their defensive line and linebacker. According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the 49ers have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with veteran defensive tackle T.Y. McGill. Last season, the 49ers signed McGill to the practice squad on…
49ers fans should thank Jimmy Garoppolo
Love him or hate him, every 49ers fan should take a moment to thank Jimmy Garoppolo for his time in San Francisco. From the moment Garoppolo steppon on the field in San Francisco he made their team better. Winning the last five games of 2017 energized a previously dormant fan base. There is no denying Garoppolo had his flaws, however, the results were often positive with him on the field….
49ers, Cornerback Isaiah Oliver agree to terms
The 49ers have been busy since the unofficial start to NFL free agency Monday morning, agreeing to terms with three additions while holding on to five of their own. Below is a list of the 49ers additions, re-signings, losses and pending free agents along with a projected depth chart. These will all be updated as the 49ers makes moves. 3:55: According to NFL Network’s Mike Garofolo the 49ers have agreed to…
49ers Free Agency Live Blog: Day 2
This is the day two live blog for 49ers free agency. It will be updated frequently. The open contact period of NFL free agency kicked off Monday morning at 9:00 A.M. Pacific. A reminder, teams can negotiate with free agents; however, contracts do not become official until the start of the new league year Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Day 1: It didn’t take long for the 49ers to make waves….
49ers, Sam Darnold Agree to terms
According to Adam Schefter, the San Francisco 49ers have agreed to terms with quarterback Sam Darnold. The third pick in the 2018 NFL draft, Darnold won just 13 games over the first three seasons of his career with the Jets. The former USC Trojan was traded during the 2021 offseason shortly after former 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh was named head coach for New York. Starving for a quarterback, the…
49ers, Javon Hargrave agree to massive deal
The San Francisco 49ers opened free agency with a bang. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, the 49ers have agreed to terms with former Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Javon Hargrave on a four-year, $84 million deal with $40 million guaranteed at signing. Hargrave was terrific for Philadelphia last season. In addition to recording 11 sacks, the 30-year-old recorded 66 total quarterback pressures. No 49ers interior defensive lineman has eclipsed 60…
49ers Free Agency Live Blog: Open Negotiating Period
This is the live blog for 49ers free agency. It will be updated frequently. The open contact period of NFL free agency kicks off on Monday morning at 9:00 Pacific. Teams can negotiate with free agents; however, contracts do not become official until the start of the new league year Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. 9:00 A.M. The 49ers agreed to a one-year deal with veteran safety Tashaun Gipson. Gipson joined…
Free agents the 49ers should target
Disclaimer: I have no idea whether the 49ers will sign any of these players. The open tampering period of NFL free agency begins on Monday morning at 9:00 Pacific. Last week I ranked the 49ers top positions of need. Here are some names to look for should San Francisco decide to fill those holes during free agency. 5.) Center Jake Brendel, 2022 team: 49ers, projected contract: 2 years, $4.5 million….