Last season did not go as planned for the San Francisco 49ers. Expected to be one of the best teams in the entire league, the Niners instead crumbled under the weight of various injuries to star players and even backups,

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch sets clear expectations for a younger roster, emphasizing patience and development in the upcoming season.

The San Francisco 49ers are not rebuilding but nonetheless face a major turning point for the franchise after watching a number of starters from last season's team depart during the offseason.