Comparing 49ers’ rebuild under Bill Walsh to that of Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch
John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan make the New England Patriots an offer they can’t refuse on Jimmy Garoppolo
Like Bill Walsh, when Kyle Shanahan took over the 49ers, did not have a quarterback. Brian Hoyer, the only veteran at the position, was a journeyman with an average skill set.
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Shanahan was looking for a quarterback, who could not only make throws, but also digest and then execute his large playbook. Finding the right fit was tasked to John Lynch. This was his top priority.
Halfway through the 2017 season, the 49ers struck a deal with the New England Patriots, giving up a second-round pick for the New England backup, Jimmy Garoppolo. He had shown flashes of competency but was yet to be named a team’s full-time starter.
The player checked all the boxes for both Lynch and Shanahan.