There is literally a new rumor about the situation of the San Francisco 49ers quarterback every day. We don’t know what Wednesday will bring us, but there will be something strange. On Tuesday, Ric Bucher, who worked for ESPN, has a NBA analyst – he is now a senior writer for the Bleacher Report – dipped his toes at Jimmy Garoppolo’s rumor festival and said the 49ers are interested in Aaron Rodgers. Bold, Ric.
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“What I do know is that Kyle Shanahan likes Kirk Cousins, has always liked Kirk Cousins. I am quite confident that he would consider Kirk Cousins an upgrade over Garoppolo, both for the availability and the prolific numbers he can present. But I would think that if Kirk Cousins broke up with the 49ers, Garoppolo would stay with Minnesota.
Part of all of that is yes, the plan is that Jimmy Garoppolo will be the starting defender for the 49ers in 2021, unless someone falls into his lap. Stafford would not fall on their lap because it would cost a very significant price to get him out of the Rams.
You mentioned Kirk Cousins, another guy I would throw out, in case the Falcons with their new trainer and GM decide they want to start a new guy like the Lions did, it would be Matt Ryan. So, these are two guys to keep an eye on. From now on, the club’s leader would be Jimmy Garoppolo as a defender. “
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Offer: 12th choice in the 2021 draft, 2021 choice of the third round, 2022 choice of the first round, 2022 choice of the third round, WR Deebo Samuel
Why this makes sense for 49ers: This would automatically make 49ers a favorite, if not a favorite, on NFC. Watson would give 49ers an element of creation that they just didn’t have with Jimmy Garoppolo.
Why Watson should be interested: Watson’s big complaint in Houston seems to revolve around the team’s culture and the way top management does business. This is an area where 49ers excel.
Where the 49ers are at NFC West with Matthew Stafford on the Rams
Main liabilities of 2021 of the 49ers: $ 160 million
Current limit: ~ $ 20 million
Although 49ers technically have more space on the edge than other NFC West teams, they also have the longest list of outstanding free agents. Left tackle Trent Williams, several key parts of the defensive front and, essentially, the entire secondary outside safety Jimmie Ward are not signed for 2021.
The strategy of Shanahan and general manager John Lynch to overcome the capitalization crisis is rooted in the stock of draft options, an economical way to replenish a list. After two maneuvers during the season and the departure of defensive coordinator Robert Saleh to be the coach of the Jets (which yielded a compensatory choice), the 49ers now have 10 selections in the 2021 draft.
George Kittle of 49ers for Stone Cold Steve Austin: ‘I can ask someone to throw some beers at us’ – San Francisco 49ers Blog- ESPN
When Kittle started to respond, Austin appeared on the screen, catching Kittle off guard and resulting in smiles all over.
“This is the first time that I really have to talk to you, so this is incredible for me,” said Kittle. “You made my day incredible.”
Since his arrival in the NFL, Kittle has kept an Austin action figure in his closet and once made Austin’s final move – the “Stone Cold Stunner” – at a small wrestling event in Iowa a few years ago.
Still, it’s the attitude of not caring, you can’t stop me from Austin that Kittle has long admired.
Which Daniel Jeremiah’s Top 50 prospecting projects are linked to the 49ers?
What Jeremiah had to say: ”Farley has excellent size, length and speed for the cornerback position. He mixes his technique and effectively redirects broadouts with one or two hands in the press coverage. He is very fluid / loose and stays in phase with his man below and in the field. Farley has a quick / smooth pedal on the cover and his patience helps him deal with double movements. It shows an exceptional explosion when driving with the ball. The junior redshirt has enough speed to perform vertical routes. He can find and throw the ball on the field. He is aggressive to fill in against the race, but he will drop some tackles. Overall, Farley has all the ingredients to be the # 1 cornerback on the next level. “
How it fits with the 49ers: 49ers currently have five cornerbacks set to hit the free agency on March 17, namely Richard Sherman, Jason Verrett and Ahkello Witherspoon. The team can try to reinforce the position of the cornerback with one of the best defenders of the draft this year.