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49ers Eye Trades to Boost Pass Rush Ahead of Free Agency

3/4/2026

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers are exploring trades to bolster their pass rush, which ranked last in the NFL last season, ahead of free agency.
The 49ers could trade Mac Jones, quarterback, to address the Vikings' quarterback uncertainty and gain a defensive asset.
They are weighing Jonathan Greenard, edge rusher for the Minnesota Vikings, and Kayvon Thibodeaux, former New York Giants edge rusher, who could be acquired for a fourth-round pick.

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Historical Context

In 1989, the NFL introduced free agency, allowing teams to reshape their rosters significantly. The San Francisco 49ers capitalized on this by winning four Super Bowls, including a decisive 55-10 victory in Super Bowl XXIV. Currently, the 49ers are exploring trades to enhance their last-ranked pass rush, continuing the trend of teams adapting through strategic player movements to boost competitiveness.

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers are exploring trades to bolster their pass rush, which ranked last in the NFL last season, ahead of free agency.
The 49ers could trade Mac Jones, quarterback, to address the Vikings' quarterback uncertainty and gain a defensive asset.
They are weighing Jonathan Greenard, edge rusher for the Minnesota Vikings, and Kayvon Thibodeaux, former New York Giants edge rusher, who could be acquired for a fourth-round pick.

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