49ers prioritize player health, smart free-agency spending ahead of 2026 NFL Draft

Three of the 49ers' top brass spoke publicly this weekend at the NFL Annual League Meeting in Phoenix, and each confirmed San Francisco has positioned itself strongly ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the most important takeaways from general manager John Lynch, coach Kyle Shanahan, and owner Jed York's press conferences with the media. From player health and safety to savvy free-agent deals and trades, Matt and Jennifer asses how San Francisco's offseason work thus far can propel them into next season.

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(2:00) Trent Williams contract heading in right direction
(6:00) A look at Brandon Aiyuk’s future
(10:00) 49ers taking players' health and safety seriously
(13:00) Jed York wants to keep Lynch and Shanahan for a long time
(20:00) What will CMC's role look like in 2026?
(26:00) Discussing Raheem Morris' defensive scheme
(35:00) 49ers aren’t thrilled about starting the season in Australia
(40:00) 49ers factor history of health in free-agent signings

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