John Lynch - 49ers GM | Page 4405

4ML · 2017-01-29T17:29:58-08:00

Lucked into Shanahan but Lynch as a GM? Wtf?? So many qualified GMs 49ers interviewed...and in the end - they decided to hire a guy who has ZERO experience working in a NFL Front Office. He has ZERO experience as a scout at any level. I understand, so many potential GM candidates rejected 49ers. But, to hire a guy who has never held a position that is in no way related to a day-2-day job profile of a GM is unbelievable. I'm sure Lynch is a smart guy...he was a smart player...but that has NOTHING to do with being a GM. Why take the risk at this time? --------------- edit: After having some time to digest this news...wish him all the best and I hope he proves ppl wrong. Still don't understand why we needed to take such a risk but it is what it is now. I do have to say - his first presser made a positive impression.

Aug 14, 2026 at 11:04 PM

#66061

frenchmov
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Originally posted by 9ers4eva:
2 CBs. Watkins is an upgrade too. Kinchens would be our best safety.

I'm not saying they didn't upgrade, I just don't think they are "leagues better". Seattle secondary is better than both by a good margin though

Aug 15, 2026 at 9:25 PM

#66062

LifelongNiner
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Originally posted by Kolohe:
Here we go window shopping again!!!! Just get that s**t done, I hate hearing or reading about inquiries.

They have to report something. Plus the team is good. Dolphins looking to trade for Vita Vea isn't going to generate clicks. Bucs arent giving him away either. So my guess is a 2nd. On one hand you are like that is premium capital for a team in need of young stars. Then on the other you are fearful of what they may use the pick on if they kept it. That said, I'd rather have the mid round capital for 2027.

Aug 15, 2026 at 9:43 PM

#66063

Afrikan
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I know it's early but this might be one of our best drafts in a bit.

I hope Jed is paying attention who's the mastermind behind the scenes. John knows how to lead, but if John ever leaves for TV.. Jed better promote someone and not try to get some splash hire. Needs to keep the scouts (consistent ones) together, don't be cheap. Match what ever you have to if it's a little bit more.

[ Edited by Afrikan on Aug 15, 2026 at 9:43 PM ]

Aug 15, 2026 at 9:54 PM

#66064

frenchmov
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Originally posted by Afrikan:
I know it's early but this might be one of our best drafts in a bit.

I hope Jed is paying attention who's the mastermind behind the scenes. John knows how to lead, but if John ever leaves for TV.. Jed better promote someone and not try to get some splash hire. Needs to keep the scouts (consistent ones) together, don't be cheap. Match what ever you have to if it's a little bit more.

I honestly don't know why John didn't leave for Amazon lol. More $$ and you just call like 16 games a year?? Crazy

Aug 15, 2026 at 10:46 PM

#66065

49ers808
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Originally posted by frenchmov:
I honestly don't know why John didn't leave for Amazon lol. More $$ and you just call like 16 games a year?? Crazy

Money isn't everything for everyone; especially when you already have it. Lynch already answered this question before; he's an athlete and misses competition. Misses the win-loss records.

Aug 17, 2026 at 5:02 AM

#66066

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Originally posted by frenchmov:

Originally posted by Afrikan:
I know it's early but this might be one of our best drafts in a bit.

I hope Jed is paying attention who's the mastermind behind the scenes. John knows how to lead, but if John ever leaves for TV.. Jed better promote someone and not try to get some splash hire. Needs to keep the scouts (consistent ones) together, don't be cheap. Match what ever you have to if it's a little bit more.

I honestly don't know why John didn't leave for Amazon lol. More $$ and you just call like 16 games a year?? Crazy

Originally posted by Afrikan:
I know it's early but this might be one of our best drafts in a bit.

I hope Jed is paying attention who's the mastermind behind the scenes. John knows how to lead, but if John ever leaves for TV.. Jed better promote someone and not try to get some splash hire. Needs to keep the scouts (consistent ones) together, don't be cheap. Match what ever you have to if it's a little bit more.

good point.

I wonder how much was Raheem.
He had a couple good drafts in Atlanta.

Aug 17, 2026 at 4:34 PM

#66067

DRCHOWDER
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The Commanders are releasing former 49ers K Jake Moody, per @Schultz_Report pic.twitter.com/xdskL3xYBo
— OurSF49ers (@OurSf49ers) August 17, 2026

already brought back Deebo....

Lynch....

Aug 19, 2026 at 7:12 PM

#66068

Rockchalk_Seahawk
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Originally posted by DRCHOWDER:

The Commanders are releasing former 49ers K Jake Moody, per @Schultz_Report pic.twitter.com/xdskL3xYBo
— OurSF49ers (@OurSf49ers) August 17, 2026

already brought back Deebo....

Lynch....

Might as well call Reuben Foster at this rate. Can't believe Lynch didn't make an offer for Vita. Weird moment for him

[ Edited by Rockchalk_Seahawk on Aug 19, 2026 at 7:13 PM ]

Aug 19, 2026 at 7:13 PM

#66069

DRCHOWDER
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Originally posted by Rockchalk_Seahawk:

Originally posted by DRCHOWDER:

The Commanders are releasing former 49ers K Jake Moody, per @Schultz_Report pic.twitter.com/xdskL3xYBo
— OurSF49ers (@OurSf49ers) August 17, 2026

already brought back Deebo....

Lynch....

Might as well call Reuben Foster at this rate. Can't believe Lynch didn't make an offer for Vita

Vita Vea requested a trade at the start of training camp, but the Buccaneers never considered dealing him. https://t.co/8VL1eLoR11
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 19, 2026

I posted this in the other thread already too.

Aug 19, 2026 at 10:56 PM

#66070

GoreGoreGore
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Originally posted by Rockchalk_Seahawk:

Originally posted by DRCHOWDER:

The Commanders are releasing former 49ers K Jake Moody, per @Schultz_Report pic.twitter.com/xdskL3xYBo
— OurSF49ers (@OurSf49ers) August 17, 2026

already brought back Deebo....

Lynch....

Might as well call Reuben Foster at this rate. Can't believe Lynch didn't make an offer for Vita. Weird moment for him

Lol we did, and other teams too. Bucs weren't gonna trade him without a crazy offer.

Aug 20, 2026 at 5:47 PM

#66071

pillageDatazz
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Originally posted by Rockchalk_Seahawk:
Might as well call Reuben Foster at this rate. Can't believe Lynch didn't make an offer for Vita. Weird moment for him

Get your story straight...

Tampa wanted Collins, CJ West, Halton and two 1st rd picks. Lynch offered Evan Anderson and two dime sacks

Aug 20, 2026 at 5:54 PM

#66072

Rockchalk_Seahawk
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Originally posted by pillageDatazz:

Originally posted by Rockchalk_Seahawk:
Might as well call Reuben Foster at this rate. Can't believe Lynch didn't make an offer for Vita. Weird moment for him

Get your story straight...

Tampa wanted Collins, CJ West, Halton and two 1st rd picks. Lynch offered Evan Anderson and two dime sacks

Yeah that's too rich for my blood. Crazy they passed on that