49ers
Trent Williams, the 49ers’ left tackle, praised head coach Kyle Shanahan on The Pivot Podcast, advocating for him as Coach of the Year due to his ability to instill belief and competitiveness in the team. Williams highlighted Shanahan’s exceptional understanding of the game and the players, emphasizing his unique coaching style that fosters accountability and motivation. Meanwhile, the 49ers are hiring Kent State OL coach Angel Matute and showed interest in DL John Franklin-Myers before he signed with the Titans.
Cardinals
The Cardinals signed K Chad Ryland, DE L.J. Collier, WR Kendrick Bourne, and DT Roy Lopez to various contracts, aiming to strengthen their roster. Additionally, talks with QB Jimmy Garoppolo stalled, resulting in the signing of QB Gardner Minshew.
Rams
The Rams secured three-year extensions for S Kam Curl and CB Jaylen Watson, investing heavily in their defensive lineup. Both signings included significant guarantees and incentives to enhance team performance.
