49ers: Early 2018 stat predictions for top offensive players

San Francisco 49ers: Early 2018 stat predictions for top offensive players

HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 10: Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers throws a pass as Zane Beadles #68 blocks Jadeveon Clowney #90 of the Houston Texans in the third quarter at NRG Stadium on December 10, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images) /

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SANTA CLARA, CA – OCTOBER 22: Marquise Goodwin #11 of the San Francisco 49ers makes a catch against the Dallas Cowboys during their NFL game at Levi’s Stadium on October 22, 2017 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /

5. Marquise Goodwin

No man benefited more (discounting Jimmy Garoppolo and his rather substantial new contract) from the change at quarterback more than Marquise Goodwin.

His stats pre-Garoppolo? Twenty-seven catches for 578 yards and a touchdown

His stats with Garoppolo? Twenty-nine catches for 384 yards and a touchdown

Keep in mind that Goodwin was taken out early by the second string Rams defense in Week 17, likely ending his chance at his first 1,000-yard season.

The chemistry between Garoppolo and Goodwin is huge, and they have a whole season to excite the 49ers faithful.

I’m backing Goodwin in, I think this could be a breakout season after his breakout season.

Season Prediction: 90 receptions for 1500 yards and eight touchdowns