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49ers address the trenches in 7-round ESPN mock draft

49ers address the trenches in 7-round ESPN mock draft

Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via A reach in the first two rounds, some might say It’s mock draft season, and ESPN released a seven-round mock that should help us get familiar with some names and positions the San Francisco 49ers could be targeting. Let’s jump right into pick No. 31: Jordan Morgan, G/OT, Arizona The 49ers were active in free agency, but they didn’t do much regarding the offensive line, which struggled throughout the postseason. To me, that signals that the front office sees the draft class as a good opportunity to build there. Morgan...
15 hours ago
Did signing Isaac Yiadom take the 49ers out of the running for a cornerback in the early rounds?

Did signing Isaac Yiadom take the 49ers out of the running for a cornerback in the early rounds?

Photo by Mike Ehrmann/ If a certain Clemson cornerback falls to No. 31, that’d be difficult to pass up. The San Francisco 49ers signed former New Orleans Saints cornerback Isaac Yiadom to a one-year contract worth up to $3 million. Yiadom’s signing bonus was $1.375 million, which doesn’t scream “starter” money. Yiadom’s numbers with the Saints were surprisingly impressive. On his first targeted pass of the season, he batted a pass into the arms of his teammate, resulting in an interception. Yiadom played like a cornerback who should’ve gotten paid more in...
Mar 27, 2024
Jed York says it’s a good problem when your QB in one of your highest-paid players

Jed York says it’s a good problem when your QB in one of your highest-paid players

Photo by Ethan Miller/ York says the market will tell the 49ers what to pay Brock Purdy One reason why it makes little sense for the San Francisco 49ers to trade wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk is because of the chemistry he has with quarterback Brock Purdy. That duo was one of the most efficient and explosive in the NFL during the 2023 regular season. The Niners will need to pay Aiyuk at some point this offseason. They’re a year away from paying their quarterback. The 49ers have used Purdy’s rookie contract to their advantage. They’ve extended their best players and...
Mar 27, 2024
Looking back at the 7 players drafted at No. 31 overall during Kyle Shanahan’s tenure

Looking back at the 7 players drafted at No. 31 overall during Kyle Shanahan’s tenure

Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/ The 49ers were one of the picks. But this list may not instill confidence. The San Francisco 49ers own the No. 31 selection in the 2024 NFL Draft. They could trade up if a prospect they covet falls in the draft — likely due to a run on a specific position, namely, quarterback. There’s also the possibility of the Niners trading out of the first round if a team makes an offer they cannot refuse. Today, we’ll act as if the 49ers will stand pat at No. 31 and look back to see who was selected with the second to last pick in...
Mar 27, 2024
Kyle Shanahan shares what Brandon Staley’s role will be and how he’ll help Nick Sorensen

Kyle Shanahan shares what Brandon Staley’s role will be and how he’ll help Nick Sorensen

Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/ Shanahan sounded like a coach who is happy to have both Staley and Sorensen on staff We know Nick Sorensen is the San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator. While Brandon Staley also interviewed for the same position, he was brought on staff to serve as assistant head coach. On Tuesday, head coach head coach Kyle Shanahan clarified the role of each coach, what makes Sorensen qualified, and spoke about how he was excited to bring Staley on board. Shanahan said, “I was really wanting to stay in-house and keep it kind of...
Mar 26, 2024
Kyle Shanahan is optimistic that Talanoa Hufanga returns sometime during training camp

Kyle Shanahan is optimistic that Talanoa Hufanga returns sometime during training camp

Photo by David Berding/ Which might explain why Julian Blackmon left the Bay Area without a deal On Monday, San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch didn’t rule out the possibility of the team making more moves in free agency. He mentioned that bringing back Tashaun Gipson is a possibility while adding that safety Talanoa Hufanga’s ACL recovery is going well. On Tuesday, head coach Kyle Shanahan continued the safety discussion. The 49ers recently hosted former Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon on a visit. The Niners were honest with Blackmon, which is...
Mar 26, 2024
John Lynch on Yetur Gross-Matos: ‘We’ve been at our best when we’ve had one of those guys’

John Lynch on Yetur Gross-Matos: ‘We’ve been at our best when we’ve had one of those guys’

Photo by Chris Graythen/ The 49ers general manager compared Gross-Matos’ usage to Charles Omenihu and Arden Key A few analysts were puzzled by the San Francisco 49ers signing Yetur Gross-Matos. The former Carolina Panthers defensive end doesn’t produce the type of production that warrants an $18 million contract. It’s worth noting that Gross-Matos has a cap number of $3.2 million in 2024, with only $1.1 million guaranteed in his salary. So, that’s all the 49ers owe Gross-Matos outside of his signing bonus of $8.26 million, which is spread out over five years....
Mar 25, 2024
Details emerge from Leonard Floyd’s contract: He has a cap hit of $3.4 million in ‘24

Details emerge from Leonard Floyd’s contract: He has a cap hit of $3.4 million in ‘24

Photo by Ryan Kang/ Floyd’s deal reads like a one-year contract once you break it down. Over the Cap has the updated contract details for San Francisco 49ers edge rusher Leonard Floyd, who many expect to start in 2024. Floyd agreed to a two-year deal with the Niners on March 11. His contract is worth $20 million, with $12 million guaranteed, and that includes a $10.79 million signing bonus. There are three void years on Floyd’s contract for salary cap purposes. By adding three void years, San Francisco spread Floyd’s signing bonus out over five years instead of...
Mar 25, 2024
John Lynch says there have been zero trade discussions involving Brandon Aiyuk

John Lynch says there have been zero trade discussions involving Brandon Aiyuk

Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/ Plus, some injury updates on George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk, and Dre Greenlaw San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch spoke at the Owner's meetings in Orlando, Florida, Monday morning and provided a couple of updates on some of the hot topics surrounding the team. Tight end George Kittle and cornerback Charvarius Ward had core muscle surgery this offseason. According to Lynch, they will be fully cleared in time for training camp, so there is nothing to worry about there. Lynch said the likelihood of linebacker Dre...
Mar 25, 2024
NFL bans hip-drop tackle; allows teams to have a third challenge

NFL bans hip-drop tackle; allows teams to have a third challenge

Photo by Michael Owens/ Plus, one other rule change The NFL announced which proposals were approved and which ones will have to wait another year. Some of the long shots, like the Philadelphia Ea’gles' alternative to an onside kick, were shut down. Others, like the hip-drop tackle, were banned. The Competition Committee voted to outlaw the tackle unanimously, despite the NFLPA vehemently disagreeing. There’s outrage in the tackling being banned. Realistically, it’s a play that happens around once a game. The real issue is how it’ll be enforced. Atlanta Falcons...
Mar 25, 2024
Jed York set to become the principal owner of the 49ers

Jed York set to become the principal owner of the 49ers

Photo by Bryn Lennon - Formula 1/Formula 1 via Pending league approval League meetings are taking place this week. Owners are expected to vote on various rule changes. We’ll see if any news affects the San Francisco 49ers. The team is in the news as of Monday morning, though. CEO Jed York, Per Ben Fischer of Sports Business Journal, 49ers CEO Jed York is set to become the team's principal owner. York is buying sufficient equity from his mother, Denise DeBartolo York, which will put him in charge of the Niners. Fischer believes league approval is expected to happen...
Mar 22, 2024
49ers to host ‘YAC King’ on pre-draft visit

49ers to host ‘YAC King’ on pre-draft visit

Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/ Plus, Jerry Rice’s son. According to Josh Edwards of CBS Sports, The San Francisco 49ers will host former Western Kentucky wide receiver Malachi Corley on a pre-draft visit. That’s not the only wideout the Niners have a scheduled visit with. The other one is a familiar name. USC’s Brenden Rice, yes, that Rice, completed a visit with San Francisco, per Justin Melo. Rice is from my neck of the Woods in Chandler, Arizona. I remember coaching against him in high school and writing scouting reports about him. He took a screen pass on the second...
Mar 22, 2024
PFF calls the 49ers signing the Yetur Gross-Matos ‘a bit of a head-scratcher’

PFF calls the 49ers signing the Yetur Gross-Matos ‘a bit of a head-scratcher’

Photo by Don Juan Moore/ They gave the stamp of approval for Leonard Floyd. Sometimes, getting an outside perspective on a player or prospect is important. It’s easy to talk yourself into a player when you root for the team. Those differing points of views are helpful when we’re not talking about a household name. Pro Football Focus went through each team’s signings and shared their favorite and least favorite signings so far during free agency. PFF gave the San Francisco 49ers a thumbs-up for the Leonard Floyd signing: Favorite: EDGE Leonard Floyd 2023 PFF...
Mar 21, 2024
49ers projected to receive 2 comp picks in ‘25 after a week and a half into free agency

49ers projected to receive 2 comp picks in ‘25 after a week and a half into free agency

Photo by Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/ Taking a look at the comp pick formula and why the number is only at two The San Francisco 49ers came into the league new year somewhat handcuffed by the salary cap. Despite having a quarterback on a rookie contract, the team had a plethora of All-Pro caliber players, which means they have All-Pro-type contracts. When the team asked Arik Armstead to take a pay cut, he refused, creating an Armstead-sized hole along the defensive line. So, Armstead bid farewell after signing a $51 million deal with the Jacksonville...
Mar 20, 2024
NFL Competition Committee proposes 6 rule changes; Colts, Eagles, and Lions add 4

NFL Competition Committee proposes 6 rule changes; Colts, Eagles, and Lions add 4

Photo by Focus on Sport/ These proposals will be voted on at next week’s league meeting The NFL Competition Committee released a 45-page document titled “2024 playing rules, bylaw and resolution proposals.” Ten total rule proposals were from the Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Indianapolis Colts, and the Competition Committee. Let’s walk through each. The Lions proposed that a team should be able to challenge for a third time after one successful challenge. The Eagles proposed eliminating the first touch spot after the receiving team possesses the ball....

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