- Trey Lance
- #15
- Team DAL
- Pos QB
- Status IAInactive
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Sticking with Cowboys in 2024
The Cowboys will pick up Lance's $4.25 million roster bonus for the 2024 season, Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Lance didn't play a snap for the Cowboys in 2023 after he was traded by the 49ers late in training camp. However, Dallas is optimistic about the growth he made and reportedly has not considered cutting him. Unsurprisingly, the team will not pick up Lance's fifth-year option, which would have been worth $22.4 million. In the best-case scenario, he'll be the Cowboys' backup quarterback entering 2024.
Published: Thu, Feb 29 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't play a snap in 2023
Lance didn't see the field for a single snap in 2023 while serving as the Cowboys' No. 3 quarterback.
Analysis: Acquired from the 49ers in August, Lance spent the entire season as the emergency third QB as Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush both stayed healthy for the entire year. Lance still possesses the upside that made him the third overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft, but he attempted only 102 passes in two seasons with San Francisco due to injuries, and there's no way to know how much the lack of action has caused his development to stagnate. The 23-year-old will likely head into 2024 competing for the…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 22 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Emergency QB for Week 18
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Commanders but will serve as the team's emergency quarterback.
Analysis: Lance will only see the field for the Cowboys' regular-season finale if both Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush sustain injuries.
Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 12:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Emergency QB for Saturday night
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Saturday night's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Lance remains behind Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush as Dallas' emergency third quarterback. Lance has yet to take a snap this season.
Published: Sat, Dec 30 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Emergency QB versus Miami
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins but will serve as the emergency quarterback, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lance will continue to serve as the emergency quarterback and will see the field in the event that both Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush sustain injuries.
Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Will be emergency option
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Bills, according to Todd Archer of ESPN.com, but he'll still dress as the emergency quarterback.
Analysis: Lance will once again operate as the team's No. 3 quarterback. Despite being inactive, he'll still technically suit up, but he'll only be allowed to enter the game if Dak Prescott or Cooper Rush get hurt.
Published: Sun, Dec 17 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Emergency QB against Philadelphia
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive Sunday against the Eagles but will serve as the emergency quarterback.
Analysis: Lance will once again be the QB3 for Week 14, as he has done all season. He will be eligible to enter the game should both Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush sustain in-game injuries.
Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Available in emergency role
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Seahawks, but he will be available as the emergency No. 3 quarterback.
Analysis: The Cowboys' top two quarterbacks, Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush, would have to be unavailable due to injury or disqualification for Lance to see action. The 2021 first-round pick of the 49ers has been playing this role since getting traded to Dallas in August.
Published: Thu, Nov 30 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Will serve emergency role
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive, but he will serve as the team's emergency No. 3 quarterback against Washington on Thursday, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It's a familiar role for Lance, who remains behind Cooper Rush as the team's top backup to Dak Prescott. Lance will only be eligible to play if both quarterbacks get injured in Thursday's contest against the Commanders.
Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Emergency QB again
Lance (coach's decision) is again listed as inactive for Monday's game against the Chargers, but he is also designated as the Cowboys' emergency quarterback, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Lance will continue doing what he has for every other contest this season and serve as Dallas' emergency option under center should both Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush get forced out due to injury. He has not been called upon yet this season.
Published: Mon, Oct 16 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Once again emergency QB
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against San Francisco, but he was also designated as the Cowboys' emergency quarterback, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Lance will serve as Dallas' emergency quarterback for the fifth game in a row. Therefore, he will only be allowed to see the field if both starting quarterback Dak Prescott and backup Cooper Rush are both forced out with injuries Sunday.
Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Reprising emergency QB role
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots but is designated as the Cowboys' emergency quarterback, Todd Archer of the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Lance has filled the emergency QB role in each of the Cowboys' first four games of the season. The third-year pro will only see action against New England if both Dak Prescott and backup Cooper Rush are forced to exit the game due to injury.
Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Serving as emergency QB again
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive but designated as the emergency third quarterback for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Todd Archer of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lance also served in the emergency QB capacity in the first two games of the season as he continues to acclimate to the Cowboys' playbook and scheme. If both Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush were to go down with injuries against Arizona, Lance would have an opportunity to make his team/season debut.
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive, but available as third QB
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets, but he'll suit up and serve as the Cowboys' emergency third quarterback, Michael Gehlken of The Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: As he was Week 1 at the Giants, Lance will be on hand in the event both Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush need to be removed from Week 2 action. Such a fate may be Lance's reality moving forward as he continues to grow accustomed to the Cowboys offense.
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive, but acting as emergency QB
Lance (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's road game against the Giants, but he'll suit up and serve as the Cowboys' emergency third quarterback.
Analysis: Lance has been a member of the Cowboys for a little more than two weeks since he was acquired from the 49ers for a fourth-round pick. For Lance to see the field Sunday, both Dak Prescott and Cooper Rush will need to sustain legitimate injuries, so there's no chance to see any sort of package for the mobile third-year pro. Moving forward, it'll be interesting to see if he can get past Rush for the No. 2 quarterback role.
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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On move to Dallas
The 49ers agreed to trade Lance to the Cowboys for a fourth-round draft pick Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: After Sam Darnold was named the 49ers' backup quarterback to starter Brock Purdy on Wednesday, Lance was absent from that day's practice. On Thursday, coach Kyle Shanahan relayed to Nick wagoner of ESPN.com that Lance would "most likely" remain in San Francisco, but just one day later, he's now on the move to Dallas. The Cowboys have a more established No. 1 QB in Dak Prescott, but Lance at least will get to continue his development under coach Mike McCarthy and perhaps compete with Cooper Rush…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 25 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to stick with San Francisco
Coach Kyle Shanahan said on Thursday that Lance is "most likely" going to remain with the 49ers as the third quarterback, ESPN's Nick Wagoner reports.
Analysis: Shanahan admitted the team is exploring all options for Lance after he lost the QB2 job to Sam Darnold on Wednesday, but "the most likely option is that he's here." Shanahan did say he'd look to do right by Lance if a change of scenery is needed, but the 49ers were ravaged by quarterback injuries last season and could be hesitant to send one away. Lance's trade value is the lowest it's been at any point. Perhaps a strong showing in the final preseason contest could get another team to surrender…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 24 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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Drops to No. 3 on depth chart
Lance has fallen to third on San Francisco's depth chart with Sam Darnold having won the team's backup quarterback competition, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Lance, the No. 3 overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft, has flashed throughout training camp but ultimately turned in mixed preseason results. Darnold, who arrived in free agency, has consistently shown more aptitude in head coach Kyle Shanahan's offensive system in practices, while the 49ers have remained consistent in viewing Brock Purdy as their Week 1 starter. San Francisco may still intend to keep Lance on the roster and continue his development, though Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 23 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Mixed results Saturday
Lance completed 12 of 18 pass attempts for 173 yards, a touchdown and an interception in Saturday's preseason win over the Broncos. He wound up losing two yards on his four rushing attempts.
Analysis: Lance was the third quarterback to enter the contest following the return of starter Brock Purdy (elbow), who ran the opening drive before giving way to Sam Darnold. This was a planned move by head coach Kyle Shanahan after Lance played the entire first half last week while Darnold was limited to the third quarter. The 2021 third overall pick got to flash his arm strength on a couple of big completions downfield while also leading the game-winning drive as time expired. It wasn't all roses for…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 20 at 1:24am by Rotowire.com
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Won't start Saturday
Head coach Kyle Shanahan announced that Sam Darnold, and not Lance, would be getting the first-half snaps in Saturday's exhibition against Denver, Josh Dubow of the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: Lance started the 49ers' first preseason contest over Sam Darnold with starter Brock Purdy (elbow) not playing, so the backups will flip roles as they continue to vie for No. 2 on the depth chart. The 2021 third-overall pick completed 66 percent of his passes for 112 yards and a touchdown in the exhibition start, but he benefited from a couple of lucky bounces which masked two would-be interceptions. Shanahan wouldn't demote Lance based on one preseason performance, so this swap was likely…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 18 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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Benefits from lucky bounce
Lance completed 10 of 15 pass attempts for 112 yards and a touchdown while rushing once for two yards in Sunday's 34-7 preseason loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: Lance's stat line looks great in the box score, but he benefited from a couple of fortunate bounces while starting in place of Brock Purdy (elbow) on Sunday. The notable play happened in the red zone on the 49ers' fourth drive when Lance threw an ill-advised pass across his body that should have been intercepted in the end zone, but the defender bobbled it into the hands of a diving Ross Dwelley for a score. The second happened when the 2021 first-round pick simply threw the ball to a Raiders…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 13 at 5:30pm by Rotowire.com
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To start Sunday
Coach Kyle Shanahan told KNBR 680 San Francisco on Friday that Lance will play most of the first half of Sunday's preseason game at Las Vegas.
Analysis: With Brock Purdy not expected to play in the 49ers' preseason opener, Lance and Sam Darnold will split quarterback reps almost evenly as they continue their battle for the No. 2 role in San Francisco. Lance has experience in the system on his side, but Darnold has started 55 of his 56 appearances split between the Jets and Panthers. Both players were No. 3 picks in their respective drafts -- 2018 for Darnold, 2021 for Lance -- so Shanahan is banking on pedigree for his backup signal-caller in…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 11 at 9:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Looking good at offseason program
Coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters Lance is completely healthy and probably "the best that we've (seen) him right now," NBC's Matt Maiocco reports. "When you watch [Lance's] feet, his timing, how he's throwing the ball, he's in such a better place now than he was last year at this time," Shanahan said Wednesday.
Analysis: Shanahan still believes Lance can be "the man for a long time" but also said Brock Purdy (elbow) played at "an extremely high level" last season. GM John Lynch previously hinted at Purdy being the favorite to start once he's healthy, with Shanahan then noting Wednesday that he expects the second-year pro to be ready for training camp. Still, Lance just turned 23 in May and was the third overall pick only two years ago, so a strong showing at spring practices (for which Purdy will be sidelined)…read more
Published: Fri, May 12 at 5:44am by Rotowire.com
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Receives medical clearance
Coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch said after the conclusion of the 2023 NFL Draft on Saturday that Lance (ankle) is 100 percent healthy ahead of OTAs, David Lombardi and Matt Barrows of The Athletic report.
Analysis: Lance was lost for the 2022 season in Week 2, when he sustained a fibula fracture and ligament disruption in his right ankle. Prior to the injury, he was set to lead the 49ers offense as a 2021 first-round pick, but first Jimmy Garoppolo and then Brock Purdy righted the ship, with the latter leading the team to the NFC Championship Game. Purdy himself was hurt in that contest and required surgery on his right throwing elbow in March. While Purdy has an indefinite recovery timeline, San…read more
Published: Sat, Apr 29 at 6:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Team getting trade calls
San Francisco has received inquiries from teams around the league about trading for Lance (ankle), Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The 49ers have reportedly only heard trade requests for Lance rather than actively making calls, though the team's willingness to listen is another hint that Brock Purdy (elbow) is in the lead to start when healthy. Rapoport confirms that no deal is imminent, but given that San Francisco also brought in Sam Darnold as a potential backup option this offseason, it wouldn't ultimately be surprising to see Lance get a fresh start elsewhere. Since being selected third overall in the 2021 NFL Draft,…read more
Published: Wed, Apr 19 at 6:26am by Rotowire.com
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To split first-team reps sans Purdy
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Tuesday he expects Lance (ankle) to split first-team reps with Sam Darnold during early offseason workouts as Brock Purdy (elbow) recovers from surgery, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.comg reports.
Analysis: Lance is expected to be 100 percent for the start of OTAs, but Shanahan noted that it's still possible he has to be eased into action, which wouldn't be the case for Darnold. It appears that the 49ers are heading for a legitimate quarterback competition this offseason, though GM John Lynch said Monday that Purdy is "probably the leader in the clubhouse" to start once he's healthy, per Matt Barrows of The Athletic. As Purdy's recovery timetable remains cloudy, Lance and/or Darnold could make the…read more
Published: Tue, Mar 28 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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Will be 100 percent for OTAs
Lance (ankle) said Tuesday that he's 3-to-4 weeks away from being cleared for practice and will be 100 percent for OTAs this spring, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lance opened the season as the 49ers' starting quarterback but fractured his fibula and suffered a ligament disruption in his right ankle in Week 2. He was ruled out for the remainder of the campaign and underwent a procedure at the end of December to extract hardware stemming from his initial ankle surgery in September. The 2021 first-round pick remains on track to be healthy for offseason work and the 2023 campaign, which is an encouraging update seeing as Brock Purdy is expected to miss at…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 31 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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Has follow-up surgery
Lance underwent a procedure Friday to extract hardware from his right ankle that was inserted during the initial surgery back in September.
Analysis: Lance suffered a fibula fracture and ligament disruption in his right ankle Week 2 that ended his second campaign. The 49ers reported Saturday that as he proceeded through his rehab, the "close proximity proved to cause irritation" in the ankle in question, which, after reaching out to a number of experts, forced Friday's surgery. Lance is expected to be healthy by OTAs in May, but in the meantime the team will continue to operate with rookie Brock Purdy under center with Jimmy Garoppolo (foot)…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 31 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Progressing well, loses boot
Lance (ankle) was seen walking without crutches or a medical boot last Thursday as he recovers from surgery to his right fibula, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lance was placed on injured reserve due to a serious ankle injury back in Week 2, effectively ending his much-anticipated sophomore season. The 2021 first-round pick was seen on the sidelines of Sunday's 22-16 win over the Chargers without a boot or crutches for the first time since his surgery. Lance appears to be progressing well, which bodes well for his prospects of a healthy start to the 2023 season. The 2022 49ers currently are 5-4 under Jimmy Garoppolo -- who will be an unrestricted free…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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Heads to injured reserve
The 49ers placed Lance (ankle) on injured reserve Wednesday
Analysis: This transaction was inevitable after Lance broke his right fibula and suffered a ligament disruption in his right ankle Week 2 against the Seahawks. The second-year signal-caller already underwent season-ending surgery Monday, and he's expected to remain in San Francisco for the entirety of his rehab with the anticipation that he'll return to full health for the 2023 season. In Lance's stead, Jimmy Garoppolo has retaken the reins of the 49ers offense, with Brock Purdy serving as the team's No.…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 21 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets surgery for two ankle injuries
The 49ers announced that Lance underwent successful surgery Monday to repair a fibula fracture and ligament disruption to his right ankle.
Analysis: Just as head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed following Sunday's win over the Seahawks, the ankle injuries that Lance sustained in the first quarter of the contest will end the quarterback's season, but the 49ers are confident that he'll recover from surgery in time for a full return during the 2023 campaign. Jimmy Garoppolo finished out the Week 2 contest and is slated to reclaim duties as the 49ers' starting signal-caller, while rookie seventh-round pick Brock Purdy likely will step into the No.…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 12:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Set for season-ending surgery
Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Lance suffered a broken right ankle in Sunday's win over the Seahawks and will undergo season-ending surgery Monday, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Fears of a season-ending injury immediately circulated when Lance was carted off the field in the first quarter of Sunday's contest, and Shanahan confirmed hours later that the second-year quarterback won't play again in 2022. Jimmy Garoppolo replaced the injured Lance and helped lead the 49ers to a 27-7 win. It's a tough setback for Lance in just the second game of his first season as a starter, after he often watched from the sidelines as Garoppolo's understudy during his rookie season.
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Season may be over
Lance sustained a severe right ankle injury Sunday against the Seahawks that's expected to require season-ending surgery, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Lance was carted off the field with an air cast on his lower right leg in the first half of the 49ers' Week 2 contest. He was quickly ruled out, and now it appears he won't play again this season. With Lance sidelined, the team will turn to Jimmy Garoppolo under center.
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Out with right ankle injury
Lance (ankle) won't return to Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: Lance injured his ankle on a run-pass option at the end of a two-yard carry, when his right leg was bent back on a tackle by Seattle linebacker Cody Barton. As Lance was taken off the field on a cart, his right ankle was donning an air cast, per Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee. While the severity of the concern currently is unknown, Lance will hand over the keys to the 49ers offense to Jimmy Garoppolo.
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers ankle injury Sunday
Lance (ankle) won't return to Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
Analysis: When the QB was carted off the field he had an air cast on his lower right leg, with the team now confirming that Lance sustained an ankle injury. If he's forced to miss time beyond Sunday's contest, which seems likely, Jimmy Garoppolo would be in line to serve as the 49ers' starting signal caller.
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Carted off field Sunday
Lance (leg) was carted off the field during Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Per the report, Lance's right leg was in an air cast, so at first glance this looks like an injury that could cost him some time. In Lance's absence, Jimmy Garoppolo has stepped in at QB for the 49ers.
Published: Sun, Sep 18 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Struggles in season opener
Lance completed 13 of 28 pass attempts for 164 yards, no touchdowns and one interception Sunday. He added 54 rushing yards on 13 carries in a 19-10 loss to Chicago.
Analysis: Lance had to deal with blistering winds and rain throughout the contest, so it would be unfair to project his 2022 value solely off this dud. The 13 rush attempts were a plus for fantasy owners, as part of Lance's fantasy appeal is his physical prowess as a rusher. The third-overall pick from the 2021 draft struggled with his accuracy, which was a concern even without the rough playing conditions. We should get a better idea of Lance's offseason progress in a home matchup against the Seahawks…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 11 at 9:44pm by Rotowire.com
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To be backed up by Garoppolo
Jimmy Garoppolo has signed a restructured one-year contract to remain with the 49ers to serve as Lance's backup to start the coming season, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It generally was expected that Garoppolo would be playing elsewhere once the offseason dust cleared, but by amending his contract the veteran signal-caller now is slated to stay with San Francisco as a well-paid backup behind Lance. While retaining Garoppolo gives the franchise a very capable insurance policy should Lance suffer an injury, there's nothing to suggest that the 49ers' plans to start the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft have changed, with Lance's ability to contribute as a…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 29 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut out in dress rehearsal
Lance played the first three drives of Thursday's 17-0 preseason loss to the Texans, completing seven of 11 passes for 49 yards and adding one yard on one rushing attempt.
Analysis: Lance targeted each of Deebo Samuel, George Kittle and Brandon Aiyuk once, but all three passes fell incomplete. The only sustained drive Lance led was his last, which ended with a turnover on downs in Houston territory. Lance's preseason was a mixed bag, as he played well in limited action in the preseason opener, then sat out the second game before posting this clunker in the third. The dual-threat quarterback is heading into his first season as San Francisco's starter after spending most of…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 25 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Thursday
Lance is in line to see action in Thursday's preseason finale against the Texans, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Head coach Kyle Shanahan suggested Tuesday that the 49ers' starting quarterback would play two quarters, at most, before exiting the contest. Once Lance heads to the bench, Nate Sudfeld and Brock Purdy will be next up for snaps.
Published: Wed, Aug 24 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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Not playing this weekend
Lance and most other starters will be held out of Saturday's preseason game against Minnesota, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Nate Sudfeld figures to start at QB with the Niners resting most of their key players. Lance did well in the preseason opener with four completions for 92 yards and a TD on five pass attempts. George Kittle, Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk are among the other 49ers considered highly unlikely to play Saturday night.
Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely for second preseason game
Lance isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Vikings, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Head coach Kyle Shanahan noted that nothing was set in stone regarding Lance's status for the exhibition game, and a final decision won't be made until after Thursday's practice. Lance played two offensive possessions in the opening exhibition game against Green Bay, completing four of five passes for 92 yards and a touchdown. Even if Lance were to take the field Saturday, he would likely handle only a couple of possessions.
Published: Wed, Aug 17 at 6:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Tosses TD in preseason cameo
Lance completed four of five passes for 92 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions and added seven yards on one carry during the 49ers' 28-21 preseason win over the Packers on Friday night.
Analysis: The second-year signal-caller made good use of his brief time on the field, connecting with Danny Gray for a 76-yard touchdown pass to cap off the 49ers' second possession. Lance led his team to points on both of his drives, as San Francisco's first possession also culminated in a Robbie Gould field goal. It was a solid start to the preseason for Lance, who's likely to see more playing time in San Francisco's second exhibition a week from Saturday night against the Vikings in Minnesota.
Published: Fri, Aug 12 at 8:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely playing Friday
Coach Kyle Shanahan suggested Lance will play in Friday's preseason game against Green Bay, Briana McDonald of the 49ers' official site reports.
Analysis: Shanahan said he'd like Lance to play in the first and third games of the preseason. Other starters figure to play, though it isn't clear if that includes superstars like LT Trent Williams, WR Deebo Samuel and TE George Kittle.
Published: Fri, Aug 12 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Confirmed as new starting QB
Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Tuesday that the 49ers are moving on from Jimmy Garoppolo, telling reporters, "This is Trey [Lance]'s team," Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: It's been a likelihood for a long time and a near-certainty for the past few months. Lance, the third overall pick in last year's draft, will take the helm of an offense with superstars at left tackle (Trent Williams), wide receiver (Deebo Samuel) and tight end (George Kittle). It'll likely be a run-heavy offense, but that's not a bad thing for Lance's fantasy managers if the young QB gets a lot of those carries. Lance took 24 carries for 120 yards (5.0 YPC) and one TD in his two starts last…read more
Published: Tue, Jul 26 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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Getting first-team reps in OTAs
Lance is in line to handle all the first-team reps with the 49ers during OTAs while Jimmy Garoppolo (shoulder) remains sidelined, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. "We're excited for that opportunity that he has [in the spring]," 49ers general manager John Lynch said Monday.
Analysis: Though both Garoppolo and head coach Kyle Shanahan acknowledged in the early weeks of the offseason that he would likely be donning a different uniform in 2022, the veteran signal-caller's ongoing recovery from right shoulder surgery, along with an active trade market that resulted in several other experienced quarterbacks being moved, prevented the 49ers from finding a trade partner. The San Francisco brass has since talked down the possibility of Garoppolo being traded or released, but at the…read more
Published: Tue, Apr 26 at 10:20am by Rotowire.com
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Coach non-committal on starter
San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan would't commit to Lance being the team's starting quarterback in 2022 when asked about the matter Tuesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports..
Analysis: While Shanahan's unwillingness to appoint Lance to the starting role may seem worrisome to those in redraft or dynasty leagues who have invested in the 2021 first-round pick, at the same time, the coach also expressed confidence in the second-year signal-caller's ability to handle the starting job if called upon in 2022. In all likelihood, Shanahan's comments are a means of drumming up trade value for Jimmy Garoppolo (shoulder), who still remains in San Francisco while the market for starting…read more
Published: Wed, Mar 30 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to backup role
Lance will return to a backup role Sunday at the Rams with Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb) active for the contest, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.
Analysis: The 49ers are turning back to Garoppolo after he showed enough in practice this week to be able to play through his sprained right thumb. Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reported earlier Sunday that Garoppolo also would start and not yield many, if any, reps to Lance, indicating coach Kyle Shanahan will be relying on the veteran quarterback to deliver a much-needed victory. As a result, Lance seems to be in line for clipboard duty Sunday, as he was from Weeks 7-16.
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Trending toward backup role Week 18
Lance is expected to move into a backup role for Sunday's game against the Rams with Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb) -- who is listed as questionable -- viewed as a better bet to be the 49ers' starting quarterback this weekend, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Lance stepped in for Garoppolo in Week 17 when the latter was held out due to a sprained right thumb en route to 16-for-23 passing for 249 yards, two touchdowns and one interception while turning eight carries into 31 yards. Garoppolo returned to the practice field Wednesday and proceeded to put together three consecutive limited practices, splitting reps with Lance. Head coach Kyle Shanahan likely wants the experienced hand to be under center with the 49ers requiring a win to reach the…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 8 at 8:36pm by Rotowire.com
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No decision yet on Week 18 starter
Coach Kyle Shanahan wouldn't commit to Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb) or Lance as the 49ers' starting quarterback for Sunday's road game against the Rams, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: It appears as if Shanahan won't tip his hand until closer to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, but he added that he "feels good" where Garoppolo stands after sitting out Week 17 due to a Grade 3 UCL sprain in his right thumb and then splitting reps with Lance this week, per Wagoner. Considering the 49ers can be eliminated from the playoff race with a loss and a Saints win in Atlanta, Shanahan may opt for the steadier hand in Garoppolo if he deems him healthy enough to play. Even if Garoppolo does…read more
Published: Fri, Jan 7 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Could start again Week 18
Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday that he'll wait until Sunday to announce either Lance or Jimmy Garoppolo (hand) as the 49ers' starting quarterback for their Week 18 game against the Rams, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Given the importance of Sunday's game, Shanahan won't pass up the potential competitive advantage of forcing the Rams to prepare for two very different signal-callers. Shanahan said Lance will get most of the snaps at Wednesday's practice, per Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle, with Garoppolo returning as a limited participant after sitting out last week.
Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong finish in first career win
Lance completed 16 of 23 pass attempts for 249 yards, two touchdowns and an interception Sunday, adding 31 yards on eight carries in a 23-7 win over Houston.
Analysis: Lance made his second start of the season in place of Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb), turning in a solid fantasy performance in the process. The end results may look good for the third-overall pick from this year's draft, but we didn't see the quarterback settle in until the second half. Lance had some bouts of inaccuracy -- one of the criticisms of the raw prospect -- most notably a forced throw into double coverage that resulted in his lone interception. Head coach Kyle Shanahan called a…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 7:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Starting for Garoppolo
Lance will start for an inactive Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb) in Sunday's contest against the Texans, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.
Analysis: Garoppolo entered the weekend as doubtful to play through the sprained and fractured thumb that he sustained Week 16 at Tennessee. His absence paves the way for Lance to earn his second career start and make his sixth appearance overall. In the previous five, he was spotty as a passer, completing 25 of 48 passes for 354 yards, three touchdowns and one interception. But he made up for it with his legs, turning 30 carries into 137 yards and one more score. Lance will have a chance to produce…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 2 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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Looks bound for second career start
Lance appears likely to receive his second career start Sunday against the Texans with top quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb) listed as doubtful for the game, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Tending to a torn ligament to the thumb of his throwing hand, Garoppolo hasn't practiced or thrown this week, allowing Lance to pick up all the reps with the first-team offense. Head coach Kyle Shanahan isn't closing the door on Garoppolo playing Sunday, but in order for the veteran to be available, he'll need to show that his accuracy and velocity aren't compromised when he takes part in a throwing session Saturday. Even if Garoppolo looks good in the workout, the 49ers could still be inclined…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 31 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Taking all first-team reps
Lance has taken all the reps with the 49ers' first-team offense at practice this week, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: The development is a residual effect of Jimmy Garoppolo's compromised health, which includes a Grade 3 UCL tear in his right thumb. As of Wednesday, he hadn't thrown since last Thursday's loss at Tennessee, and during the open portion of this Thursday's practice he was a spectator during warmups before hitting the weight room. The result has been no reps for Garoppolo, leaving all the high-profile ones for Lance. Considering the 49ers have just one session remaining this week, Lance seems to…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 30 at 5:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Could start with Garoppolo hurt
Lance may be in line for practice reps with the 49ers' first-team offense after Jimmy Garoppolo was diagnosed with a UCL tear and fracture in his right thumb in the wake of Thursday's loss in Tennessee, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lance opened the season as a regular part of the offensive game plan and even earned a spot start for an injured Garoppolo in Week 5. But Lance has made just one appearance in 10 games in the meantime and currently has a rookie stat line of 52 percent passing for 354 yards, three touchdowns and one interception to go with 30 carries for 137 yards and another score. The 49ers are slated to evaluate Garoppolo's thumb again Wednesday, which could set the stage for Lance to handle high-profile reps…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 4:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't enter game by design
Head coach Kyle Shanahan stated that he did not plan on using Lance (knee) outside of an emergency situation Sunday with the quarterback fresh off an injury, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The post-game announcement helped explain why Lance didn't receive the handful of designed plays usually drawn up for him, especially after how badly starter Jimmy Garoppolo struggled last week against the Colts. Perhaps we see the rookie out there a bit against Arizona with another week of rest, but Garoppolo should be a lock to start in Week 9 after a strong showing in Sunday's victory.
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 2:38am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to return
Lance (knee) has no injury designation for Sunday's game in Chicago, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: The rookie will return to his role as the backup quarterback, potentially getting some snaps in the red zone and/or in special packages designed to take advantage of his running ability. Given Jimmy Garoppolo's poor performance this season, Lance seems increasingly likely to make additional starts as a rookie, after filling in for the injured veteran in a Week 5 loss to Arizona. It was in that game where Lance sprained his knee, forcing a one-game absence even after the 49ers' Week 6 bye. In…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 29 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Stays limited at practice
Lance (knee) was limited at Thursday's practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Lance has opened Week 8 preparations with back-to-back capped practices, which marks his first consistent on-field work since he sprained the MCL in his left knee back in Week 5. It's unclear yet whether he's trending toward a return to action or inactive status for Sunday's game in Chicago. If it's the former, Lance will back up Jimmy Garoppolo and likely would have situation-specific plays drawn up for him on the 49ers' offensive game plan, as was the case for the first three and a half games…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 28 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Will be limited Wednesday
Lance (knee) will practice in a limited capacity Wednesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Lance is set to take part in his first practice since picking up the injury in his Week 5 start at Arizona, where he completed 15 of 29 passes and one interception and had 16 carries for 89 yards. Of course, if he does enough this week to suit up Sunday in Chicago, Lance will be backing up Jimmy Garoppolo, who returned to action this past Sunday against the Colts after missing a game and a half due to a bruised calf. Lance has two more sessions this week to put himself into a position to be…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to practice Wednesday
Lance (knee) is "on pace" to take part in Wednesday's practice, coach Kyle Shanahan told Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com on Monday.
Analysis: Assuming he does so, Lance isn't expected to be anything more than a limited participant as he works his way back from a sprained MCL in his left knee. If he does enough to be active for the first time since Week 5, he'll serve as the backup to Jimmy Garoppolo in Sunday's game at Chicago. That likely would yield the sporadic snaps and reps Lance earned in the 49ers' first three-plus games of the season before he was thrust into a lead role after Garoppolo bruised his calf in the first half of a…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out
Lance (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Lance won't be available this week, but fellow quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has been cleared to return from a calf injury. Both guys figure to contribute to the team this year, but Lance's Week 5 start against the Cardinals didn't exactly bolster his case for more playing time. The ankle injury also doesn't help, though it'll likely heal within the next few weeks. That said, Lance didn't practice at all this week.
Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Lance (knee) isn't practicing Friday, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Jimmy Garoppolo (calf) is on track to return and start, while Lance's continued absence suggests Nate Sudfeld will need to be called up from the practice squad before Sunday's game against the Colts. The rookie QB hasn't practiced since spraining his MCL in the Week 5 loss to Arizona.
Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Idle for another practice
Lance (knee) isn't participating in Thursday's practice, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Coming off a Week 6 bye, Lance hasn't taken the field in either of the 49ers' first two Week 7 practices. Unless he practices in some capacity Friday, Lance's sprained left knee looks as though it'll keep him sidelined for Sunday's game against the Colts. If that's the case, the 49ers would likely elevate Nate Sudfeld from the practice squad to serve as the backup to Jimmy Garoppolo (calf), who appears set to put an end to his one-game absence this weekend.
Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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No practice reps Wednesday
Lance (knee) won't participate in practice Wednesday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: In fact, Lance isn't expected to be available at all Sunday at Indianapolis, while Jimmy Garoppolo eases his way back into practice as a limited participant Wednesday, according to Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com. With Garoppolo slated to be under center Week 7 and Lance seemingly trending toward an absence, the 49ers are expected to roll with Nate Sudfeld as their backup quarterback.
Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Not seen Monday
Lance (knee) was not spotted at the start of Monday's practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Lance is dealing with a sprained left knee sustained Week 5, and even coming after a bye it doesn't appear that he's yet ready to resume on-field activities. Meanwhile, Jimmy Garoppolo (calf) is present Monday and could have a better shot at being available to start Week 7. The 49ers won't be compelled to offer official updates on either quarterback until Wednesday's first injury report of the week is released.
Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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Picks up sprained knee
Lance suffered a left knee sprain during Sunday's 17-10 loss at Arizona, leaving his status for the 49ers' next game Oct. 24 against the Colts in question, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The 49ers enter their Week 6 bye with clouds hanging over both quarterbacks on their active roster. Jimmy Garoppolo missed the past game and a half due to a calf contusion, but the team expects him to retake the reins of the offense as soon as he's healthy. Meanwhile, Lance -- the third overall pick in the 2021 draft -- completed 24 of 47 passes for 349 yards, two touchdowns and one interception and recorded 23 carries for 130 yards over the last two games. Coach Kyle Shanahan told Keiana…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 3:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Uneven in first start
Lance completed 15-of-29 passes for 192 yards and an interception against Arizona on Sunday, adding 89 yards on 16 carries.
Analysis: Coach Kyle Shanahan said after the game that Jimmy Garoppolo (calf) remains the starting quarterback when healthy, so whenever his health allows a return to the field, the 49ers appear intent to get him back into the starting lineup. San Francisco is 2-3 and any further losses in the short term could really harm their odds of making the playoffs. The 49ers have a bye in Week 6 before facing the Colts in Week 7, but it's not clear where Garoppolo will be in his recovery by then.
Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Tabbed for first NFL start
Lance will start Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The rookie was promising last week, completing nine of 18 passes for 157 yards and two touchdowns after Jimmy Garoppolo (calf) left the 49ers' eventual 28-21 loss to Seattle. Coach Kyle Shanahan said Garoppolo would still be the starter if healthy, but Lance now gets his chance to make an impression with Garoppolo ruled out for the team's final game before a Week 6 bye. Lance does get a tricky matchup with the blitz-happy, undefeated Cardinals, and he'll likely be without star tight end George…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 8 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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May get first start Sunday
Lance has a chance to start Sunday at Arizona due to Jimmy Garoppolo's bruised calf, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: After seeing six combined offensive snaps through the first three games, Lance received the first extensive action of his career this past Sunday against the Seahawks after Garoppolo was shut down at halftime. Lance proceeded to lead the 49ers to 14 second-half points (two TD passes to Deebo Samuel, plus a two-point conversion on a Lance run). Overall, the rookie completed nine of 18 passes for 157 yards and turned seven carries into 41 yards. The team is expected to evaluate Garoppolo again…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Steps in for injured Garoppolo
Lance completed 9-of-18 passes for 157 yards and two touchdowns against Seattle on Sunday, running for 41 yards on seven carries.
Analysis: Jimmy Garoppolo suffered a calf injury and left the game after completing 14-of-23 passes for 165 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the first half. Lance was somewhat hit-or-miss and had some help from the Seattle defense when they forgot to cover Deebo Samuel on a 76-yard touchdown in the third quarter, but the playmaking ability was quickly evident when Lance took over the offense. It's not clear whether coach Kyle Shanahan will reconsider his quarterback depth chart in light of…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores rushing TD
Lance scored a one-yard touchdown on his only carry in Sunday's 30-28 loss to Green Bay.
Analysis: Lance technically was on the field for three offensive snaps (four percent), but he only logged the one offensive touch after his pass attempt was called back due to a penalty. Jimmy Garoppolo struggled noticeably for the first time this season, but he salvaged his performance with a strong second half. If the veteran starter continues to show cracks as the season progresses, Lance may find himself taking over sooner than expected. For now, the rookie signal-caller should only be expected to…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't enter contest
Lance did not enter Sunday's 17-11 win over the Eagles.
Analysis: Head coach Kyle Shanahan surprisingly did not use Lance at all after giving the rookie three plays against the Lions in Week 1. Jimmy Garoppolo got 100 percent of the offensive snaps in this one and appears to have a firm grasp on the starting job for the 2-0 49ers. Lance still may have some plays drawn up for him as we progress through the year, but a change in the depth chart would have to come from an injury to Garoppolo or an extended cold streak from San Francisco.
Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Throws TD on first pass
Lance completed his only pass attempt for a five-yard touchdown and rushed three times for two yards in Sunday's 41-33 win over the Lions.
Analysis: Jimmy Garoppolo (314 yards and a touchdown) got the start as expected, and Lance also had a few plays drawn up for him as expected. The rookie couldn't get anything going on the ground, but his five-yard strike to Trent Sherfield on a zag route was right on target. Accuracy on short-to-medium throws is what Lance struggled with at times during the preseason, so this was a nice debut (albeit a brief one). The 49ers figure to continue getting the third overall pick into games in specific…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Poised for pro debut
Lance (finger) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game at Detroit. David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Just two weeks removed from jamming his right hand and suffering a chip fracture in one of his fingers in the process in preseason Week 3, Lance will be available to the 49ers offense Sunday. But it remains to be seen in what capacity. Since then, the team has named veteran Jimmy Garoppolo the starting quarterback, which is no surprise considering his grasp of coach Kyle Shanahan's scheme. Exhibition season revealed that both Garoppolo and Lance can coexist in the offense, though, meaning the…read more
Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited at practice
Lance (finger) remained limited at practice Thursday, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
Analysis: Lance's health has been a question mark since he suffered a chip fracture in one of the fingers on his right throwing hand Aug. 29. There was some worry along the way that he could miss time beyond Week 1, but his ability to string together back-to-back practices nonetheless is a decent sign he may suit up Sunday in Detroit, especially after appearing to throw without issue during the open portion of Thursday's session. He'll have one more opportunity to bump to all activity on the field before…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Throws without issue Thursday
Lance (finger) was throwing without issue during the part of Thursday's practice open to the media, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lance made some light throws Wednesday, but the 49ers termed him limited in their first injury report of Week 1. According to Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site, Lance wasn't donning a brace or even a splint on his right throwing hand one day later, which could mean he bumps up to full participant. In the end, Lance's activity level will become known later Thursday.
Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 12:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Uncertain for Week 1
Lance (finger) will be a limited practice participant Wednesday, but head coach Kyle Shanahan isn't sure if the rookie will be available Sunday against the Lions, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Shanahan initially said Lance would be out for about a week after he "chipped" his finger in the final preseason game. The timeline was optimistic, but Lance resumed throwing earlier this week and is scheduled to do more during Wednesday's practice. He could be on the field for a small package of plays if he's cleared for the season opener in Detroit.
Published: Wed, Sep 8 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Not throwing yet
Lance (finger) didn't throw during the portion of Monday's practice open to the media, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lance was spotted without a splint on his right hand and working on his footwork, but it appears he hasn't progressed enough to toss passes. He's a little more than a week removed from suffering what coach Kyle Shanahan called a "chip fracture" in his finger, which he was able to tough out after jamming it during the 49ers' preseason finale on Aug. 29. Lance's expected timetable at the time was about one week, but that seems to have been optimistic. With San Francisco set to travel to Detroit…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 6 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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Could be out beyond one week
Lance (finger) may need more than a week to recover from his injury, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Early reports of a one-week timeline may have been too optimistic, but that doesn't mean Lance is facing a long-term absence. David Lombardi of The Athletic adds that Lance is going through all the drills at Wednesday's practice, but because of the finger injury, the quarterback was flipping the ball aside rather than throwing it to a teammate. While Jimmy Garoppolo is in line to get the Week 1 start regardless of the rookie's health, Lance's injury could affect San Francisco's red-zone game…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 1 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Out about one week
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Monday that Lance emerged from Sunday's preseason win against the Raiders with "a small chip in his finger" and will be out approximately one week, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Analysis: Lance appeared to jam a finger on his right throwing hand in the second quarter Sunday, but he was able to gut it out en route to 6-for-13 passing for 46 yards and six carries for eight yards and one touchdown. The rookie and Jimmy Garoppolo alternated series and snaps during the contest, with both QBs scoring short TD runs. This injury may have hurt Lance's chances to be named the Week 1 starter, which was trending to be Garoppolo anyway. However, Lance has two weeks to heal up in advance of…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 30 at 4:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Subs in for touchdown run
Lance completed six of 13 passes for 46 yards and rushed six times for eight yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-10 preseason win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Lance watched Jimmy Garoppolo start, but he entered the game as a substitute a couple times during Garoppolo's two drives. In fact, Lance capped San Francisco's second offensive series by spelling Garoppolo and taking a zone-read play two yards into the end zone. The rookie then played into the third quarter, but he didn't have the best day as a passer. With his first preseason now complete, it'll be interesting to see how the third overall pick is utilized going forward. Right now, it seems…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 29 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Rotating role possible
Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo split first-team reps at Wednesday's practice, and head coach Kyle Shanahan suggested after the session that the two could be deployed in a manner similar to the quarterback substitutions utilized by the Saints with Drew Brees and Taysom Hill over the last couple years, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Shanahan appears to have decided on a starting quarterback for Week 1, but he won't officially name him, and he's now openly discussing rotating the two signal-callers. Garoppolo is the clear favorite to open the season as the starter given how reps have been split to this point, but Lance could still see some early-season opportunities if Shanahan follows through with the sub packages. However, it's unclear just how much playing time the rookie would receive in that specialized role.
Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Improved play in second appearance
Lance completed eight of 14 pass attempts for 102 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 15-10 preseason win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Lance got off to a rough start, missing four of his first five pass attempts, but he was able to settle in and finish with a solid line in his second appearance as a pro. The 21-year-old still missed a couple of open receivers on short and intermediate routes, an area of his game that will need to be cleaned up before he's given the keys to the 49ers offense. On the positive end of things, Lance once again flashed his big arm on a 41-yard rainbow that hit Trent Sherfield in stride. Lance also…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 8:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Takes snaps with first-team offense
Lance took eight snaps with the first-team offense in Friday's joint practice with the Chargers, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: The rookie completed each of his three attempts -- one a shovel pass and the other two also short throws. Per Branch, the other five plays with Lance on the field were two QB runs, two RB runs and a sack. Lance notably took four sacks for 31 yards in his pro debut last week against the Chiefs, though he also had an 80-yard TD pass (one of just five completions on 14 attempts, admittedly). While the 49ers still seem to be preparing Jimmy Garoppolo for the Week 1 start, it's noteworthy that coach…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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Throws 80-yard TD in debut
Lance completed five of 14 passes for 128 yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 19-16 preseason loss to the Chiefs. He was also sacked four times for a loss of 31 yards.
Analysis: Jimmy Garoppolo started for the 49ers and completed all three of his passes for 26 yards, but Lance took the field on the second series and played into the third quarter. The No. 3 overall pick went three-and-out on his first drive of the game, taking a sack and tossing an incompletion in the process. He flashed his potential on the next possession by faking a handoff, rolling out to the left and connecting on a deep pass down the right sideline to Trent Sherfield, who took it to the house for…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 9:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Will see action Saturday
Lance is set to finish off the first half of Saturday's preseason opener against the Chiefs after Jimmy Garoppolo takes the first series, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Lance remains firmly in the No. 2 spot in San Francisco's quarterback room, as Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports is mirrored by the team's first unofficial depth chart. With Jimmy Garoppolo on track to start Week 1 under center, the rookie No. 3 overall pick still has plenty of ground to make up. If Lance is able to show off his explosiveness and arm talent in the first preseason action of his career, it could help to close that gap.
Published: Thu, Aug 12 at 10:23am by Rotowire.com
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Prepped for special role?
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Lance will get playing time as a rookie, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports. "He's going to play for us this year," Shanahan said.
Analysis: Shanahan also has made multiple comments about Jimmy Garoppolo being the starter, so he's likely referring to a situational role for Lance, though there's obviously also a chance the rookie makes starts at some point. For the immediate future, Lance could give the Niners an advantage in short-yardage and/or red-zone situations, considering Garoppolo is one of the least mobile starting QBs in the league. Lance wasn't timed in a 40-yard dash during the predraft process, but he did run for 1,100…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 6 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong start to camp
Lance has impressed early on in training camp with his arm strength and scrambling ability, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lance's strong arm and athleticism were the skills that enamored the 49ers' front office leading up to the draft, so it's no surprise that he put those skills on display early in camp. The rookie's accuracy from the pocket and ability to pick up coach Kyle Shanahan's complex playbook will be what determines when he truly is ready to take the reins of San Francisco's offense. Shanahan was clear in his intentions to start incumbent quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to begin the 2021 campaign, but if…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 1 at 5:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Inks rookie deal
Lance agreed Wednesday with the 49ers on a four-year, $34.11 million contract, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Now that he's put pen to paper on his rookie deal, Lance may be available later Wednesday, when the 49ers hold their first practice of training camp. Head coach Kyle Shanahan has said multiple times that he views Jimmy Garoppolo as his starting quarterback heading into 2021, but Lance's status as the No. 3 overall pick means he'll likely make starts at some point this season. Meanwhile, Jets quarterback and No. 2 overall selection Zach Wilson is left as the only first-round pick who hasn't…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 28 at 9:40am by Rotowire.com
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Viewed as Garoppolo's backup
Coach Kyle Shanahan reiterated Tuesday that the 49ers don't have a quarterback competition, with Jimmy Garoppolo being the starter and Lance the backup, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
Analysis: Other coaches have said the same thing before quickly changing their minds once the veteran QB faltered. However, there is a little more reason to believe it in this case, with Lance being a 21-year-old rookie who got just one season of experience as a starter at FCS North Dakota State. Of course, none of this stopped the 49ers from trading up to the No. 3 overall pick to acquire him -- a move that confirmed Garoppolo was on borrowed time. As for the immediate future, Lance still hasn't signed…read more
Published: Tue, Jul 27 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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