With Lance out, the quarterback rushing attempts will go back to near the bottom of the league. Samuel should see more accurate targets, but more importantly, he could see more work in the backfield. While Lance was a project, we know what we're getting out of Garoppolo. While Lance was brought in to elevate the ceiling of the 49ers' offense and add a new dynamic, Jimmy G is the more accurate passer at this point in his career. How is Deebo Samuel Affected By Jimmy Garoppolo? Samuel's value and fantasy production could see a nice boost by the return of Garoppolo. The fantasy impact of the injury obviously means Garoppolo is now on the fantasy radar as a streamer in favorable matchups, but what does the chance at QB mean for Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk, Jauan Jennings, and even the San Francisco rushing attack? We'll dive into it all below. As always, we aren't here to simply gloss over the serious and disappointing injury, but as fantasy football enthusiasts, we must evaluate what the return of Jimmy Garoppolo as the 49ers' starting quarterback means for fantasy football. This is a huge blow for Lance, his fantasy managers, and perhaps the ceiling of the 49ers offense. Trey Lance fractured his ankle in his third start in the NFL against the Seattle Seahawks and will miss the remainder of the season after surgery Monday morning. (Announced by 49ers on Sunday).What are the Fantasy Outlooks for Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk with Jimmy Garoppolo as the 49ers' Starting Quarterback? It’s Williams and then question marks.Ĭenter-guard Keaton Sutherland: Got plenty of snaps on tape for other teams to evaluate.Ĭenter Dohnavan West: Coaching staff comfortable with Jake Brendel and Daniel Brunskill in reserve to replace the departed Alex Mack (Announced by 49ers on Monday).Ĭornerback Ka’dar Hollmon: First man to go. Tackle Justin Skule: Pass protection was too spotty even at a position of need.
Guard Jason Poe: Undrafted rookie saw first-team reps last week to spell left guard Aaron Banks and was talked up by Trent Williams. Linebacker Segun Olubi: San Diego State product has the sleek look 49ers like in their linebackers (6-2, 220) and could be practice squad candidate. Linebacker Marcelino McCrary-Ball: Has interception off deflected pass in preseason win over Green Bay to take away with him. Wide receiver Tay Martin: Undrafted rookie didn’t get many targets throughout camp.
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Safety Tayler Hawkins: Preseason interception by undrafted free agent from San Diego State wasn’t enough to stick.Ĭornerback Qwantrezz Knight: Undrafted free agent out of UCLA was solid in preseason as a nickel back. Running back JaMycal Hasty: He evolved last season into a third-down back, almost by default, but his speed also was valuable on special teams. Offensive tackle Alfredo Gutierrez: He won the game ball for his NFL debut in Minnesota and has a practice-squad spot waiting for him a second straight season. available.Ĭornerback Tariq Castro-Fields: Sixth-round pick was a victim by a deeper unit but should make the practice squad. Must clear waivers to be signed to practice squad)ĭefensive tackle Kevin Atkins: Had little chance of making the final 53 considering defensive line is the deepest position on the team.ĭefensive end Alex Barrett: No room on roster with non-starters Drake Jackson, Charles Omenihu and Kerry Hyder Jr. (Players exposed to waiver process, can be claimed by another team. He be brought back Wednesday (reported by Matt Maiocco, CSN Bay Area)Ĭornerback Ken Crawley: Additions of Mooney Ward and Samuel Womack III to go along with Emmanuel Moseley, Deommodore Lenoir and Ambry Thomas made this position a tough one for anyone on the fringe. Faced same numbers game as Spence.ĭefensive lineman Jordan Willis: Will always be remembered for his blocked punt in divisional playoff win over Green Bay at Lambeau Field.
Safety Tashaun Gipson Sr.: Late free agent signing was brought in after Jimmi e Ward was injured but didn’t show enough to stick for now.ĭefensive lineman Akeem Spence: Former Tampa Bay draft choice faced long odds based on depth at position and a healthy Javon Kiinlaw.ĭefensive lineman Kemoko Turay: Signed after a 5 1/2 sack season with Indianapolis and a dozen sacks in four years. It’s been reported Kroft could be brought back to the roster Wednesday (reported by Matt Maiocco, CSN Bay Area)
Tight end Tyler Kroft: Could be temporary. Tight end Troy Fumagalli: Competition was too crowded with Ross Dwelley and Charlie Woerner behind starter George Kittle.