Lynch Money

Sports Illustrated’s Justin Melo has Gracen Halton and Jaden Dugger listed as 2 of his 10 biggest steals from Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft: Gracen Halton, DT, San Francisco 49ers “49ers rookie defensive tackle Gracen Halton is playing a high-level rotational role for a 6-0 team. The 107th selection has been credited with 15 tackles and two sacks. He also forced and recovered a fumble. Halton is a quick-footed interior defender with explosiveness. He's consistently getting off blocks and making plays.” Jaden Dugger, LB, San Francisco 49ers “49ers linebacker Jaden Dugger was among our favorite predraft sleepers. The Shrine Bowl breakout stud is making us look smart so far. Dugger has 28 tackles, one sack, and one TFL. The fifth-round rookie has earned a sizable 211 snaps on Raheem Morris’ defense, meaning he's consistently playing with Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw.” It looks like John Lynch was money on 4 or 5 picks from this past draft. If he can do that in this next draft, this team will be strong for many years to come.  

Passing Of The Torch

At one point in the game Brock Purdy had to encourage Coach Shanahan to make up his mind and get the play call to him. This made me realize this is Brock Purdy's offense now. Full command and full trust!

49ers Hold Off Commanders 23-17

The 49ers offense came out rolling putting up 300 yards and a 20-point lead in the first half, only to come out after halftime to put up a measly 72 yards in the second leaving the defense out to dry. The final two minutes were more stressful than necessary but in the end the defense stepped up to get the win. Romello Height had a great game. It was an ugly win but 6-0 is mighty pretty! On to Atlanta.

*Mike Evans' Achilles is sore with tendonitis, which is no different from what he's dealt with all week, but he will miss a little bit of time, per Kyle Shanahan. Hopefully he gets the next 3 weeks to rest. Possible PRP shot during the bye.

MNF Week 6: Commanders vs. 49ers

PREDICTION: 

-Brock Purdy: 285 passing yards, 4 TD passes -CMC: 120 scrimmage yards, TD -Kaelon Black: 50 rushing yards -Brandin Cooks: 40 receiving yards, TD -George Kittle: 70 receiving yards, 2 TD’s -Mike Evans: 85 receiving yards, TD -Fred Warner: INT -Gracen Halton: 1 sack -49ers win 35-20

49ers’ inactives: Kurtis Rourke (3rd QB) Nick Bosa Deebo Samuel Marques Sigle Garret Wallow Enrique Cruz Naquan Jones

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T-Law 2.4 (not on the list)

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Beam Me Up Shanny

Cap'n Kirk went for 8 Recs, 144 Yards & a TD last season in the playoffs against Blitzburg. He posted three MPH marks that would’ve topped the 49ers’ offense all last season. If he's back to 100% the 49ers won't need to trade for a WR. He's exceptional over the middle of the field. He also has the required quickness, speed, and route-running prowess to be a legit vertical threat and man beater.