John Lynch’s unconventional career path to 49ers GM job
A lack of scouting experience doesn't mean San Francisco's new leader of personnel isn't ready for the job. An exploration of the challenge ahead, plus notes on the 2018 draft QBs, Kirk Cousins, franchise tags and more
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49ers GM John Lynch attends Michigan Pro Day
By David Bonilla
Mar 22
As expected, Michigan's Pro Day has a significant NFL presence. The event features 18 draft-eligible players from the national champion's roster. Senior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy reports that San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch is among those in attendance.
Lynch is one of nine general managers on hand to evaluate the draft hopefuls.
PRO-DAY UPDATE: Only fitting that national champs @UMichFootball, with record 18 Combine invitees, have biggest NFL turnout for pro-day.Here's list of NFL attendees who'll
49ers actively negotiating with Brandon Aiyuk, not discussing trades, says John Lynch
By David Bonilla
Mar 25
General manager John Lynch addressed reporters at the NFL owners meetings on Monday, emphasizing the San Francisco 49ers' active pursuit of a contract extension for wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.
There has been significant speculation surrounding Aiyuk's status this offseason. The receiver is slated to play on his fifth-year option, which guarantees him $14.124 million in 2024.
While the team would be content with Aiyuk playing on that fifth-year option, it would prefer to secure the star receiver to a long-term deal before he returns to the field.
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John Lynch explains 49ers' draft penalty
By David Bonilla
Mar 25
A week ago, the NFL penalized the San Francisco 49ers for payroll accounting errors. As punishment, the team forfeited a 2025 fifth-round draft pick and had its fourth-round pick in next month's draft moved to the end of the round.
On Monday, general manager John Lynch addressed reporters at the NFL owners meetings and explained the punishment more thoroughly.
"I have a difference of opinion on the severity of the discipline. We take accountability for what happened," Lynch said.
He revealed that the 49ers overpaid an unspecified player $75,000 during the COVID era, labeling the mistake as a "clerical error" after implementing a new system.
"We own
John Lynch explains 49ers' free-agency moves
By David Bonilla
Mar 25
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch addressed reporters on Monday at the NFL owners meetings, shedding light on the team's recent free-agency moves. The most notable move was signing pass rusher Leonard Floyd to a two-year contract.
The 49ers also secured defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos on a two-year deal. Lynch explained the rationale behind opting for multi-year contracts, highlighting the desire for stability on the defensive line.
"We did some two-year deals on the D-line, so we don't have to do this every year. It gets hard," Lynch remarked with a smile.
Lynch delved into the specifics of each signing, starting with Floyd, emphasizing the player's consistency and high level of competitiveness.
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