John Lynch - 49ers GM

Originally posted by SB49er4life:

Originally posted by Giedi:
Personally I think Kyle's gained a lot of confidence in John's scouting and player evaluation skills. I think he's developed a trust in John to let Kyle offload to John a lot of personnel decisions because he's confident John *knows* the type of player he and his assistant coaches want. It also helps that John can also talk to Kyle's father too if he needs to -- to help in making some of the more difficult personnel decisions.

Ever since Adam Peters left the 49ers' scouting department, the drafts have been GREAT. Since Peters' departed, the 49ers have drafted:

Upton Stout
Dominic Puni
Ricky Pearsall (TALENT is there, injury woes have been unpredictable
Jaden Dugger
Mykel Williams
Gracen Halton
Tatum Betune (Would start on probably 50%+ of NFL teams)
Malik Mustapha
Kaelon Black
Connor Colby
Renardo Green
Marques Sigle
De'Zhaun Stribling

I don't EVER wanna hear "John Lynch can't draft" again.

Agree 💯%, regarding John's drafts. I've been pleasantly surprised that the middle and late rounds (49ers day 2 and day 3 picks since Adam Peters left) that have really generated some good late round talent that have made an impact in 2026.

Just looking at Adam Peters in Washington. His drafts remind me of the 49er drafts from 2017 to 2023 but without the late round successes. Pretty mediocre in my opinion. They got a good player in Jaden Daniels, but not much else and they are sitting at 1-3-1. Whereas the 49ers have had two strong drafts (2025 and 2026) and are sitting at 5-0, in addition to the late round surprises of Purdy, Puni, etc...

Originally posted by Cosmo:

Originally posted by NYniner85:
Trade for Jauan Jennings and Mack and call it a day.

Juan would REALLY help this banged up WR core, and I'm sure he'd rather be here, but how likely is it?

Jauan coming back is highly unlikely. Vikes are 5-0 just like us, we play them later this year, it may very well be us vs them for the NFC #1 seed & even more so, could be a playoff match up or potential NFC championship match up. We aren't getting JJ from them so we can get insider info on how to beat their great defense let alone improve our WR corps.

Any word on Kirk? I'm absolutely dumbfounded that a guy we signed as a somewhat prized free agent can strain a calf in what, his first week of training camp(?) and not be heard from 2 months later especially when we are literally out of wide receivers. I mean, am I missing something here?

Originally posted by raywm3:
Any word on Kirk? I'm absolutely dumbfounded that a guy we signed as a somewhat prized free agent can strain a calf in what, his first week of training camp(?) and not be heard from 2 months later especially when we are literally out of wide receivers. I mean, am I missing something here?

I wouldn't say prized free agent. He was signed for just under $3 mil. But yah I get your frustration. I think a veteran like that though would be best saved for closer to the playoffs. 49ers got Evans and Cooks, there's definitely worst duos around the league right now.

These draft picks are coming to life

Originally posted by raywm3:

Any word on Kirk? I'm absolutely dumbfounded that a guy we signed as a somewhat prized free agent can strain a calf in what, his first week of training camp(?) and not be heard from 2 months later especially when we are literally out of wide receivers. I mean, am I missing something here?

Getting close to three months. Means he tore it.

Originally posted by 49AllTheTime:

Originally posted by NYniner85:
Trade for Jauan Jennings and Mack and call it a day.

JJ would probably hold us back right now

How?

Originally posted by tankle104:
I like JJ but he doesn't really solve our problem besides having a body. he doesn't get separation, which is our biggest issue outside of Evans. I'd rather try and get someone that gives us a better chance at being able to get separation. I wouldn't be upset if we got Jennings but by EOY, what's his contribution? Evans, Strib, Cooks, Robinson, Wakins, Cowing, Deebo.

how much do you want to invest in a guy whos most likely your WR5 or 6? He's a really good WR4/5. Just have to be careful. I wouldn't be upset, maybe he can go back to his old role such as 2023 and shine again. he def shoudn't be WR1 or 2, IMO.

I disagree, he can separate as a route runner. Similar to Evans. He catches everything, has a rapport with Brock and blocks his ass off. He very much a vibe like Deebo is.

not sure who people expect to get in a mid season trade that's gonna magically be our WR2? We got multiple WRs coming back in the next couple weeks….no one is asking to give up anything to get him. Conditional late rd pick or swap.

Originally posted by NYniner85:

Originally posted by 49AllTheTime:

Originally posted by NYniner85:
Trade for Jauan Jennings and Mack and call it a day.

JJ would probably hold us back right now

How?

Isn't he an X like Evans? Be great to spell Mike, but I'm not sure they'd be on the field at the same time. Hopefully Cooks gets more comfy in the scheme and guys return healthy after the bye.

Originally posted by Wolf_Packer_53:
Jauan coming back is highly unlikely. Vikes are 5-0 just like us, we play them later this year, it may very well be us vs them for the NFC #1 seed & even more so, could be a playoff match up or potential NFC championship match up. We aren't getting JJ from them so we can get insider info on how to beat their great defense let alone improve our WR corps.

They just worked out Juju. The Vikings aren't winning anything with Kyler.

Originally posted by Cosmo:
Isn't he an X like Evans? Be great to spell Mike, but I'm not sure they'd be on the field at the same time. Hopefully Cooks gets more comfy in the scheme and guys return healthy after the bye.

You can lineup either guy at split end or in the slot. Only real reason he played outside was because BA went awol.

Originally posted by NYniner85:
Trade for Jauan Jennings and Mack and call it a day.

This

Can we send a 2nd round to colts for buck and josh downs?

Originally posted by Giedi:

Originally posted by SB49er4life:

Originally posted by Giedi:
Personally I think Kyle's gained a lot of confidence in John's scouting and player evaluation skills. I think he's developed a trust in John to let Kyle offload to John a lot of personnel decisions because he's confident John *knows* the type of player he and his assistant coaches want. It also helps that John can also talk to Kyle's father too if he needs to -- to help in making some of the more difficult personnel decisions.

Ever since Adam Peters left the 49ers' scouting department, the drafts have been GREAT. Since Peters' departed, the 49ers have drafted:

Upton Stout
Dominic Puni
Ricky Pearsall (TALENT is there, injury woes have been unpredictable
Jaden Dugger
Mykel Williams
Gracen Halton
Tatum Betune (Would start on probably 50%+ of NFL teams)
Malik Mustapha
Kaelon Black
Connor Colby
Renardo Green
Marques Sigle
De'Zhaun Stribling

I don't EVER wanna hear "John Lynch can't draft" again.

Agree 💯%, regarding John's drafts. I've been pleasantly surprised that the middle and late rounds (49ers day 2 and day 3 picks since Adam Peters left) that have really generated some good late round talent that have made an impact in 2026.

Just looking at Adam Peters in Washington. His drafts remind me of the 49er drafts from 2017 to 2023 but without the late round successes. Pretty mediocre in my opinion. They got a good player in Jaden Daniels, but not much else and they are sitting at 1-3-1. Whereas the 49ers have had two strong drafts (2025 and 2026) and are sitting at 5-0, in addition to the late round surprises of Purdy, Puni, etc...

I am curious if this years was even better because of Raheems influence.

Originally posted by jed_X:
Can we send a 2nd round to colts for buck and josh downs?

I'm not giving up a top 100 pick in the upcoming draft…unless it's for a in their prime stud player