Lance turning heads, impressing 49ers teammates early in camp

SANTA CLARA — The 49ers only have had one on-field training camp practice, but quarterback Trey Lance is looking much improved now that he finally is healthy. The third-year quarterback appeared more comfortable throughout OTAs, mandatory minicamp and again in Wednesday's practice. Coach Kyle Shanahan provided an update on what he has seen from Lance so far "Great," Shanahan said of Lance's progress. "It's his third year of calling the plays, third year getting in and out of the huddle, so for all of them it's always easier. But he is doing awesome at that." Lance's receivers also have noticed a difference in the quarterback's ability on the field. Wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who has caught plenty of passes from Lance since he was selected by the 49ers with the No. 3 pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, described what he is seeing from the 23-year-old. "The way the ball is coming out," Samuel said. "He used to throw the ball kind of hard, a lot. He's got a great touch to his ball now. He's more comfortable. He's more relaxed back there and he looks a little more poised to me." George Kittle, who invited Lance to Tight End University in Nashville during the offseason, also has noticed...