49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast GM John Lynch eyes big finish for 49ers in wide-open NFC playoff race
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Dec 6, 2025 John Lynch, the President of Football Operations and GM for the San Francisco 49ers, shares insights on the team's impressive 9-4 record amid injuries. He emphasizes the organization’s resilience and praises the turnaround of the special teams, thanks to Brant Boyer. Lynch discusses the wide-open NFC playoff race and evaluates the contributions of players like Brock Purdy and rookie Alfred Collins. As the team heads into the final stretch, he outlines their focus and hopes for a deep playoff run.
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Resilience Behind The 9-4 Record
- John Lynch says resilience defines the 49ers' season as they navigated heavy injuries and a late bye week.
- He credits focusing on controllables and Kyle Shanahan's leadership for keeping the team competitive.
Kyle's Straightforward Leadership
- John Lynch praises Kyle Shanahan's honesty and film-driven communication with players during adversity.
- Lynch says Kyle's candor helped the team accept losses and stay prepared for the next challenge.
Many Leaders, Not Just A Few
- Lynch describes a distributed leadership culture where many players can be 'player of the week.'
- He highlights contributions from newcomers and short-term signings as evidence of depth.