San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch broke from tradition this year, opting not to attend Stanford's pro day—an event he had consistently supported since taking over the team role in 2017.
The decision was notable given Stanford's proximity, making it one of the easiest scouting stops for Lynch each offseason. However, while the Cardinal's draft prospects worked out in front of NFL evaluators on Wednesday, Lynch was noticeably absent.
Instead, Lynch chose to attend Georgia's pro day, according to Matt Barrows of The Athletic.
No John Lynch at Stanford's pro day where he's been a staple since 2017. Instead he was at Georgia's pro day. Please go nuts with your 49ers draft conclusions.
— Matt Barrows (@mattbarrows) March 18, 2026
The move could signal where the 49ers may be focusing their attention ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. Georgia is loaded with top-tier talent, including offensive tackle Monroe Freeling—though Freeling is widely projected as an early selection and may not be available when San Francisco picks at No. 27 overall.
Here is #49ers GM John Lynch at Georgia's pro day.pic.twitter.com/Y8dT4TERYg
— 49ers Webzone (@49erswebzone) March 18, 2026
The Bulldogs also feature other intriguing prospects, such as linebacker CJ Allen and defensive tackle Christen Miller—both potential fits for teams seeking defensive upgrades.
With the 2026 NFL Draft set to begin on April 23 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Lynch's presence in Athens could factor into projections as the selection process approaches.
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