The one thing San Francisco 49ers fans aren't paying attention to (but should be)
Alright, so from my spot here in the Outer Sunset, checking in on the San Francisco 49ers, the vibe is still hella solid, even with that regular season-ending L. We ended up 12-5, which, let's be real, is a good record, but the way we got there—especially with that L1 streak—has people at The Kezar Pub feeling a little antsy. The narrative right now is all about playoff positioning and if this team is truly 'for real' when it counts. We know the offense can put up points, 437 on the season is no joke, but that +66 point differential tells me we're good, not dominant in every phase, and that's where the anxiety kicks in for the Faithful.
What y'all need to be paying hella close attention to, beyond the usual playoff talk, is the quiet moves. The signing of DB Jack Jones? That's not just a depth move, that's a statement about our secondary's readiness. With the 2026 NFL Draft chatter already swirling around receivers and linemen, Lynch and Shanahan are clearly thinking about securing the back end *now* so they have more flexibility later. That means we could be looking at a more aggressive draft strategy than some might expect, perhaps even trading up or down if the right piece isn't there. It's about system fit and future-proofing, not just plugging holes. From the Outer Sunset to Levi's Stadium — the Faithful never fade, and neither does the fog.
Ranjani and the crew on the morning show are always on top of this stuff—you should hella check them out live at mornings.live.