5 moves that could maintain 49ers' current Super Bowl window

The 49ers will be a massive Super Bowl contender in 2024, but these five offseason moves could push them over the top.

The San Francisco 49ers have at least one more year with their current core in relation to a still-open Super Bowl window.

When quarterback Brock Purdy becomes eligible for what'll be a massive contract extension in 2025, things will be different.

Right up against the salary cap, general manager John Lynch will have to get creative when it comes to tackling free agency, and he'll still have to save roughly $8 million to sign the team's 2024 NFL Draft class.

Speaking of the draft, the Niners are slated to have 11 picks and will own one in the first round for the first time since 2021.

A smart move there, coupled with some other offseason transactions, should help keep San Francisco's Super Bowl window open.

Let's take a look at what Lynch and Co. need to do to accomplish this.

Move No. 1: 49ers must extend Brandon Aiyuk

This should be a no-brainer.

Brandon Aiyuk is the 49ers' best pure wide receiver and led the team in receiving yards in each of the last two seasons. His chemistry with Purdy is also a key factor, too, and it'd be more than wise to lock up the 25-year-old pass-catcher to a long-term deal.

Lynch is already on record saying he wants to do this, but as contract discussions go, it won't be simple. Especially with the Niners' cap situation.

Technically, San Francisco has Aiyuk under contract for 2024. He's on his fully guaranteed fifth-year option as a former first-round draftee.

But, if the 49ers aren't able to reach an agreement, they'll either trade him this offseason or enter 2024 with the cloud of no contract hanging over their heads, which will turn into an unnecessary distraction and could have unforeseen effects on the entire offense.

Better (and smarter) to get that deal done now.