New 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo quickly takes charge

Jimmy Garoppolo has been a career backup, but the 49ers' new quarterback immediately made it clear Tuesday that he's comfortable in the role of front man. A day after he was traded by the Patriots, Garoppolo, 25, who was flanked by general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan, began his introductory news conference by thanking his new employer and former team. After Garoppolo finished his 25-second spiel, Lynch noted that his customary big-event role had been hijacked. "I think Kyle will tell you a great quality of a quarterback: taking charge," Lynch said. "I thought I was starting, but, hey, have at it Jimmy." The men on stage laughed.