"We're fairly restricted, but we are always looking," Lynch said Friday morning on KNBR's Murph & Mac show. "We're always trying to improve our team. So, believe me, we're working hard to see anything that might fit, just like this Jordan Willis. You'll see him out in uniform this weekend, a kid who came from the Jets, and we'll see if he can give us a little boost on the D-line. Sometimes there's subtle moves like that.
"I don't anticipate, right now, anything big like the Emmanuel Sanders deal last year. And yes, that is somewhat because we're restricted (by the cap). We've also used 70 players, I think, on our active roster this year, so you come in with the salary cap, but then you eat into that.
"And then, you've also got to understand everything we do this year affects next year, where, because of the pandemic, the cap's going to be way down. I think it's forcing everyone, particularly the teams that are pressing that cap, to be very guarded in what they do."
The 49ers could be getting three players back from injured reserve soon. Practice windows were opened this week for tight end Jordan Reed, running back Tevin Coleman, and cornerback K'Waun Williams. Lynch said he likes what each has shown this week during the team's two practices so far, with one more set for today.
"But having said that, we're always looking and working hard to see if there's something that can make us better," Lynch continued. "Otherwise, we really like our group internally. Like I've said, we've got guys coming back. If we can slow the rate of guys going to that [injured reserve] list, we think internally, we're going to get a big boost late in this year.
"So we're focused on that, but more so focused on the challenge this weekend against the Seahawks, and looking forward to that."
You can listen to the entire conversation with Lynch below.
Related News
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
49ers' John Lynch admits trade talks are heating up ahead of deadline
Will the San Francisco 49ers make a move before the NFL trade deadline? General manager John Lynch offered no hints about the team's plans during his Friday morning interview with Bay Area radio station KNBR. However, he acknowledged that trade discussions are heating up as the... -
John Lynch reveals why the 49ers excel with late-round draft picks
The San Francisco 49ers have relied on young players more than expected in recent seasons, largely because injuries have reduced the roster's depth. Two defensive rookies, linebacker Jaden Dugger and defensive tackle Gracen Halton, have seen their roles grow, potentially... -
49ers' George Kittle admits to asking John Lynch for trade intel, inquired about Khalil Mack
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch says he's not sure why the team is constantly linked to players as a potential trade destination. He's certainly heard the speculation surrounding Los Angeles Chargers pass rusher Khalil Mack, and not just from fans. On Friday... -
49ers injury updates: John Lynch offers encouraging news on Nick Bosa, Kyle Juszczyk, Christian Kirk
Several injured San Francisco 49ers players have a chance to return for Monday night's game against the Washington Commanders, but they will need to make significant progress in the coming days. Defensive end Nick Bosa has been dealing with a calf injury, while fullback Kyle...