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John Lynch's belief in bloodlines adds intriguing subplot to the San Francisco 49ers' 2024 NFL Draft

One of the most fascinating elements of the 2024 NFL Draft for the San Francisco 49ers is the opportunity they have to select prospects with connections to some of the greatest players in their history.

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San Francisco 49ers receive significant boost in Brandon Aiyuk negotiations from unexpected source

John Lynch reiterated on Monday that the San Francisco 49ers have no intention of parting with Brandon Aiyuk. Shortly after, a former NFL player close to the Niners' All-Pro wide receiver indicated that Aiyuk has no intention of going anywhere.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / 1 hour ago

2024 NFL draft: 49ers number of 1st-round and draftable grades

There are slated to be 257 picks in the 2024 NFL draft, but the number of players with draftable grades in the 49ers’ war room falls well short of that.

NFL News / Pro Football Talk / 1 hour ago

John Lynch's belief in "bloodlines" could bode well for sons of former 49ers

This year's draft pool includes the sons of four former 49ers, and the brother of one current 49er: Luke McCaffrey (son of Ed, brother of Christian), Brendan Rice (son of Jerry), Terique Owens (son of Terrell), and Frank Gore Jr.

NFL News / Yardbarker / 1 minute ago

Some realistic options for the 49ers with the 31st pick in the NFL Draft

This year’s draft takes place in Detroit beginning on Thursday and the San Francisco 49ers have the 31st pick in the first-round. Here are a look at some of their potential options.

49ers GM addresses future of Brandon Aiyuk amid trade rumors

49ers QB Brock Purdy’s physical change is creating major buzz

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / 5 hours ago

Analyzing each pick for 49ers in ESPN 7-round mock draft

The NFL draft is nearly here which means the top draft analysts are making their final projections ahead of Round 1 Thursday evening. ESPN’s Jordan Reid took a crack at projecting all 257 picks in this year’s draft, but he offered a handful of different wrinkles in how San Francisco can look to attack their needs.

Fred Warner News / Pro Football Talk / 2 hours ago

Fred Warner admits "huge surprise" at departure of Arik Armstead

Defensive tackle Arik Armstead and linebacker Fred Warner were teammates for six seasons. Warner expected the relationship to last longer. But the 49ers released Armstead after the team wanted him to take a substantial pay cut, and he refused, later saying he felt "disrespected" by the offer.

Brandon Aiyuk News / 49ers Webzone / 12 hours ago

Former NFL WR: Brandon Aiyuk told me he doesn't want to leave 49ers

Former NFL wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh claims to have recently spoken to Brandon Aiyuk, stating that the star player has no desire to leave the San Francisco 49ers.

John Lynch News / A to Z Sports / 6 hours ago

John Lynch reveals 49ers' number of first-round grades and gold helmet designations in 2024 NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers are tough graders, but they have a very high opinion of many of the players in the 2024 NFL Draft. Speaking at his pre-draft press conference on Monday, general manager John Lynch was asked how many first-round grades they have on players in this class.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / 3 hours ago