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Why the 49ers Are a Top Destination for GM Candidates

By Eric Gamboa

Dec 11, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; A San Francisco 49ers fan holds a sign reading "still faithful" during the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. The New York Jets defeated the San Francisco 49ers 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; A San Francisco 49ers fan holds a sign reading "still faithful" during the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. The New York Jets defeated the San Francisco 49ers 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 11, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty (9) after being sacked by San Francisco 49ers defensive end DeForest Buckner (99) during the third quarter at Levi’s Stadium. The New York Jets defeated the San Francisco 49ers 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 11, 2016; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New York Jets quarterback Bryce Petty (9) after being sacked by San Francisco 49ers defensive end DeForest Buckner (99) during the third quarter at Levi’s Stadium. The New York Jets defeated the San Francisco 49ers 23-17. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports /

Young Crop of Promising Players

Per SB Nation, the San Francisco 49ers had the sixth youngest roster in all of the NFL. The year prior, they had the eighth youngest roster.

This youth will be the makeup of the 49ers foundation. Many of these young players have shown developmental talent. GM candidates will love players like running back Carlos Hyde, defensive end DeForest Buckner, right tackle Trenton Brown, cornerbacks Jimmie Ward and Rashard Robinson.

These players have shown the potential to develop into potential stars. Buckner is receiving a consideration for NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.

Another sunny outlook is there are other players who look to develop into quality starters. Players like Ronald Blair, Arik Armstead, Andrew Tiller, Joshua Garnett, etc.

Finally, the 49ers will also look to bring back their current flock of studs, such as NaVorro Bowman and Joe Staley.

The next GM can keep these players and add talent through the draft and free agency.