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San Francisco 49ers star cornerback Richard Sherman hasn’t played since Week 1 due to a calf injury. But this hasn’t prevented general manager John Lynch from being optimistic about Sherman’s return to the field this NFL season. Lynch was a guest on NBC Sports Bay Area’s 49ers Game Plan and he gave the latest update […]

Mohamed Sanu has been released by the New England Patriots, allowing him to sign elsewhere for the 2020 season. John Lynch, former All-Pro safety and current general manager of the San Francisco 49ers, didn’t close the door on signing Sanu. In a sit down on the “Murph and Mac Show on KNBR,” Lynch spoke about […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle was only a naive rookie when he entered the team’s camp in 2017. However, he had thick enough skin to pose a challenge to general manager John Lynch upon his arrival. “The first day he came here, he said ‘Mr. Lynch,’ he still calls me Mr. Lynch,” the […]

The San Francisco 49ers had good reason to kickstart negotiations on a new contract extension for general manager John Lynch this offseason. Although it may have taken longer than initially planned, it appears a deal has now come to fruition. The restrictions placed in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic have offered up its own […]

According to San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch, soon-to-be second-year wide receiver Deebo Samuel may be forced to miss some time to begin the upcoming 2020 campaign. Samuel is currently recovering from a broken foot, an injury that he suffered during a players-only workout in Tennessee back in June. Samuel was more specifically diagnosed […]

If you ask general manager John Lynch, he would like to remain with the San Francisco 49ers for the long haul. Although Lynch’s contract situation with the surging NFC West franchise remains a bit up in the air at the moment, the former NFL standout absolutely loves what is happening in San Francisco these days […]

George Kittle is entering the final year of his rookie contract with the San Francisco 49ers. Both Kittle and the 49ers have begun preliminary talks on a new contract, but neither side seems close to hashing out a deal. Despite the current outlook on the situation, 49ers general manager John Lynch provided an important update […]

The Seattle Seahawks made quite a splash with the acquisition of New York Jets safety Jamal Adams. Despite rumors swirling about their potential interest, it seems the San Francisco 49ers and John Lynch were content with letting the saga play out. According to Matt Maiocco NBC Sports Bay Area, general manager John Lynch says the […]

The San Francisco 49ers are the reigning NFC champions, but they were unable to win the Super Bowl last season. Even though the 49ers were able to make the Super Bowl in 2019-20, general manager John Lynch understands the team still needs to improve. Per Brian Witt in NBC Sports Bay Area: “I think it’s […]

After last year’s heartbreaking loss in Super Bowl LIV against the Kansas City Chiefs, the San Francisco 49ers only have one thing in mind: to get even better. According to general manager John Lynch, however, they are primed to do just that and compete for more championships moving forward. “I think it’s a state of […]

In what could’ve been an interesting move for the San Francisco 49ers last season, General Manager John Lynch said that he had a plan for offensive tackle Trent Williams had they successfully traded for him. “We had made a call about it in the last season when Joe and McGlinchey were hurt, thinking, wow, this […]

Like any other NFL franchise, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have encountered the highest of highs and lowest of lows over the years. One thing remains true, though, as the Buccaneers — no matter the uniform whether it be the creamsicles or current pewter, red and black — have always been a tough out in both the […]

The San Francisco 49ers boast an impressive collection of talent entering the 2020 season, and that’s partially the reason that general manager John Lynch is of the ilk that there aren’t very many additions left in the works. Of course, there’s also that whole salary cap thing: “There’s always an opportunity to get better,” Lynch […]

The San Francisco 49ers are loaded at running back and they are hoping to get Jerick McKinnon back in time for next season. While the 49ers continue their offseason, GM John Lynch spoke about McKinnon’s rehab process. “I think there’s always that critical last juncture of a rehab where you go from running straight ahead […]

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch made a pretty bold claim about one of their two first-round selections, wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. The 49ers owned the 13th and 31st picks heading into the 2020 NFL Draft. After some trades, the 49ers ended up selecting 14th and 25th. Speaking to Peter King of NBC Sports, […]

There was some chatter early in the offseason that the San Francisco 49ers might go after Tom Brady, but John Lynch ultimately stuck with Jimmy Garoppolo. There was some thought inside the 49ers’ front office that the team could try to trade away Garoppolo and get something in return while bringing in Brady to be […]

The San Francisco 49ers entered the offseason with salary cap issues, which meant that there were probably going to be a couple of casualties along the roster. That became even more abundantly clear after the 49ers handed defensive lineman Arik Armstead a massive five-year, $85 million contract extension. Not long after Armstead’s deal, San Francisco […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is entering the final year of his rookie deal in the 2020 NFL season. Regardless, he has long established himself as a foundational piece of this franchise for years to come. General manager John Lynch said during an appearance on 95.7 The Game, Kittle’s long-term extension will be […]

John Lynch knows San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has staked his claim as the best player at his position in recent years. It might just earn him a record-breaking contract. Lynch, the 49ers’ general manager, said Kittle “isn’t going anywhere,” suggesting the Niners will look to reach an extension with Kittle at some […]

Former Washington Redskins offensive tackle Trent Williams is now officially a member of the San Francisco 49ers. With 49ers general manager John Lynch going out and getting the disgruntled Williams from Washington, San Francisco now believes the situation surrounding the former Redskins staple and his expiring contract will all work itself out moving forward. “I […]

Next season is shaping up to possibly be one of the best in Tampa Bay Buccaneers history. The additions of six-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski have instantly transformed the team into contenders. With that being said, the team is still full of talent that the Bucs have drafted over the years […]

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch admitted that the organization is seeking to complete veteran wide receiver Marquise Goodwin’s trade request with the onset of the 2020 NFL Draft looming on Thursday evening. Lynch first mentioned how the 49ers “came close a couple of times” to trading the 29-year-old Goodwin on Monday, but today […]

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch is certainly not afraid to speak his mind while this has remained the case throughout this offseason. Furthering such a notion this week, Lynch admitted that the 49ers did indeed consider pursuing former New England Patriots and current Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady in free agency earlier […]

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch has remained pretty busy this offseason while most notably trading away veteran pass rusher DeForest Buckner to the Indianapolis Colts. In return, though, Lynch was able to acquire a first round NFL Draft pick for this year’s event scheduled for Thursday. Even though Lynch was able to net […]

The 2020 NFL Draft is going to be held a bit differently than previous years due to the coronavirus pandemic, but the San Francisco 49ers aren’t using that as an excuse. With less than a month until the Cincinnati Bengals are on the clock, John Lynch made it clear how San Francisco is approaching the […]

John Lynch knows that in 2019, Jimmy Garoppolo led the San Francisco 49ers to the Super Bowl one year after the team won just four games. After a break out season from the sixth-year quarterback, Lynch spoke on Garoppolo’s future with the 49ers. “We’re extremely proud of Jimmy and committed to Jimmy moving forward. He’s […]

The San Francisco 49ers have some big decisions to make this offseason and with some limitations with the cap space, general manager John Lynch knows the team is going to have to be creative. According to Spotrac.com, the 49ers are projected to have less than $20 million in cap space. “Someone was asking me, ‘Characterize […]

It’s no exaggeration to say that the San Francisco 49ers are in the Super Bowl thanks to the efforts of Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch. In fact, the team is more than happy to throw contract extensions to their two key figures in management in order to build upon the good times they’re currently having […]

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch spoke on the team’s decision to trade for former Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders, saying the Niners were keen on landing either Sanders or Atlanta Falcons wideout Mohamed Sanu. Appearing on KNBR’s “Murph and Mac” on Friday, Lynch said that the Niners were in talks with both […]

Nick Bosa hasn’t even played a minute of professional football for the San Francisco 49ers, but he has already sustained an injury and impressed his general manager, John Lynch, with his speedy recovery. The second overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft impressed the team during training camp. However, he sustained a right ankle sprain […]

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo had a rough game Monday night. In his first live action since tearing his ACL early last season, Garoppolo completed just one of six passes and threw an interception against the Denver Broncos. He was lucky not to be intercepted a second time on a near pick-six. Is this […]

In a surprising turn of events, the San Francisco 49ers and veteran placekicker Robbie Gould have come to an agreement. After placing the team’s franchise tag on Gould earlier in the offseason, it initially did not appear as though San Francisco would ultimately be able to retain the seasoned special teamer while a trade to […]

,49ers offensive tackle Joe Staley is entering the final year of his contract but general manager John Lynch doesn’t want the six-time Pro Bowler to play anywhere else. Lynch was asked about the contract extension talks and although he didn’t want to get into specifics, he said everyone in the organization has the same goal […]

With the 2019 regular season coming closer and hype from fans, the San Francisco 49ers have a lot to overcome. After a year in which many of their biggest names were dealing with injuries and a 4-12 record after high expectations, the team will need to perform better. The team has plenty to work with […]

The San Francisco 49ers selected former University of Virginia Cavaliers cornerback Tim Harris in the sixth round of the 2019 NFL Draft. With the NFC West franchise absolutely loading up on defense throughout the offseason, the recent NFL Draft was certainly no different as the 49ers selected former Ohio State Buckeyes defensive end Nick Bosa, […]

The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for what could ultimately become a memorable season in the Bay Area. Despite that notion, 49ers general manager John Lynch has been forced to refute that there has been some friction within the team’s front office structure. “We fully understand we’re going into Year Three, Lynch said on […]

After Matt Miller of Bleacher Report reported there has been friction between John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan during the two’s first couple of years together both guys have made strong statements denying it. John Lynch said in an interview with 95.7 The Game that the story couldn’t be any farther from the truth and that […]

The San Francisco 49ers secondary struggled last year, but general manager John Lynch still has high hopes for them this year, and that starts with Richard Sherman having a bounce back year. There were thoughts the team might go after someone like Earl Thomas to help shore up the secondary, but instead, they decided to […]

Earlier this week, a report surfaced that claimed that friction between San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch was beginning to occur, with Shanahan becoming distrustful of Lynch’s decision making and ability to draft and sign players to the team. Now, the coach is speaking out against such claims. Responding […]