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49ers Prepare for Rebuild as Key Stars Depart

2/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers are bracing for a transformative 2025 season, as star players Dre Greenlaw and Deebo Samuel are expected to leave. General Manager John Lynch is set to lean on promising rookies like wide receiver Ricky Pearsall and running back Isaac Guerendo, while eyeing linemen and linebackers in the draft to rebuild the team's strength.

History

Historical Context

As the San Francisco 49ers prepare for a pivotal 2025 season, they echo the 1990s NFL shift, where teams like the Giants faced major roster changes. Just as Bill Belichick rebuilt after losing key players, the 49ers aim to rejuvenate their lineup with promising rookies and strategic drafting.

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers are bracing for a transformative 2025 season, as star players Dre Greenlaw and Deebo Samuel are expected to leave. General Manager John Lynch is set to lean on promising rookies like wide receiver Ricky Pearsall and running back Isaac Guerendo, while eyeing linemen and linebackers in the draft to rebuild the team's strength.

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