Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Monday, July 4th, 2022
“This is one of the advantages of having a quarterback on a rookie deal. The 49ers’ offense will be relatively inexpensive without a massive QB deal buoying the number. However, having an expensive offense because the QB has earned a massive contract is something the 49ers would gladly take in the next couple seasons.”
49ers offseason roster: Cornerback group in much stronger position
“While the starters at corner are likely set, there will be some intriguing battles at the bottom of the depth chart during training camp and preseason, with rookies and veterans both in the mix for backup spots.”
49ers roster: Jordan Mason could seriously shake up depth chart
“And it’s possible the 49ers have yet another Breida-like player in their ranks heading into 2022 with former Georgia Tech running back Jordan Mason.”
NFL Network analysts discuss futures of 49ers QBs Trey Lance, Jimmy Garoppolo
“All the vibe you heard from Chiefs camp about Mahomes was, ‘Oh, this guy has it,’” Brandt said. “And Alex Smith has said, ‘Yeah, he was doing the no-look passes in practice and I knew he was the guy.’ I don’t hear that about Trey Lance. I just don’t hear it yet.”