49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast NBC Sports' NFL analyst Chris Simms weighs in on 49ers' offseason blueprint
Mar 3, 2026
Chris Simms, former NFL QB and current NBC Sports analyst, shares quick stories about his longtime bond with Kyle Shanahan. He breaks down offseason roster blueprints, pass-catching and blocking receiver fits, draft middle-round depth, offensive-line succession planning, and how Shanahan’s coaching shapes team construction.
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49ers Will Be Active But Value Driven In Free Agency
- The 49ers enter free agency likely to be active but disciplined, balancing re-signings and targeted additions rather than blockbuster trades.
- Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan note Mac Jones may stay unless an overwhelming trade offer appears, so roster moves will prioritize value and fit.
Draft Beyond 12 Has Deep Starter-Caliber Pool
- The 2026 draft appears top-heavy with 10–12 elite prospects, then a deep plateau of ~50 starter-capable players where the 49ers can find value at 27.
- Jennifer Lee Chan emphasizes the pick-at-27 decision is about best player available across positions, not positional needs alone.
Pick 27 Should Be Best Player Not Just Need Filler
- Do a positionless evaluation at pick 27: compare players across positions to find the best long-term value, not just fill immediate roster need.
- Matt Maiocco says John Lynch and the scouting dept must judge who could be an all-pro irrespective of current holes.