Former NFL GM criticizes 49ers WR Christian Kirk amid Diggs speculation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:02 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Mike Tannenbaum, a former NFL general manager, questions the San Francisco 49ers' wide receiver corps, suggesting they should pursue free agent Stefon Diggs. During an analysis, he seemingly overlooked recent addition Christian Kirk, indicating a lack of confidence in Kirk's role on the team. Tannenbaum praises Diggs as a strong option, despite acknowledging his diminishing peak performance. The 49ers have added Mike Evans and drafted De'Zhaun Stribling, raising questions about the depth chart and the impact of their offseason moves. As the preseason approaches, the team's receiver lineup is set to face scrutiny.
- •Mike Tannenbaum labels Kirk as a non-factor in the 49ers' WR plans.
- •49ers have recently signed Mike Evans and drafted De'Zhaun Stribling.
- •Tannenbaum suggests Diggs could enhance the passing attack despite his age.
- •Kirk's recent performance stats indicate a decline in impact.
- •Offseason moves complicate the 49ers' wide receiver hierarchy.
- 11:02 AMYahoo Sports — Former NFL GM buries 49ers veteran with disrespectful take on WR corps
"The San Francisco 49ers signed two accomplished veteran WRs this offseason, but a former NFL GM seems to have forgotten one of them.
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