The Latest Breaking News from John Lynch

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Christian McCaffrey sauntered through the 49ers’ locker room Friday with a gold, 49ers’ helmet in his right hand, along with his new, No. 23 jersey. Rather than go straight to his locker next to George Kittle, McCaffrey spotted defenders lurking nearby, as he’s prone to do.

San Francisco’s general manager called the former Panthers running back “perfect player” for the 49ers offense.

The rally was held as party delegates gather in the city

Lance’s season-ending injury might mean more carries for Jeff Wilson Jr.

In the event that San Francisco released their quarterback, Los Angeles was reportedly interested in signing him.

NEW YORK — The Baltimore Ravens should know this quote well, since the highly-acclaimed show “The Wire” was filmed and set in Charm City.

There was interest from other teams in Jimmy Garoppolo, but the QB wound up back in San Francisco.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Jimmy Garoppolo’s re-entry to the 49ers is underway. Did he ever leave? Well, he certainly wasn’t part of training camp practices and meetings. Instead, he was isolated to throwing on a side field with his repaired shoulder, awaiting an opportunity elsewhere that would never arise.

The #49ers might be without Jimmie Ward for at least the first four weeks of the 2022 season.