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LeGarrette Blount praises 49ers' potential for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:00 AM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

LeGarrette Blount praises 49ers' potential for 2026 season

Summary

LeGarrette Blount believes the San Francisco 49ers could be a formidable team in the 2026 NFL season. Speaking on NFL Network's "Good Morning Football," Blount highlighted the team's revamped roster and veteran talent, citing players such as Mike Evans and Christian McCaffrey. Despite not drawing as much attention as rivals like the Rams and Seahawks, Blount insisted the 49ers should not be underestimated. The team aims to leverage its top talents and new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris to compete effectively in the NFC West.

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Status Watch

•Blount noted the 49ers have high-caliber players on both sides of the ball.
•San Francisco is entering the 2026 season with a revamped roster.
•Mike Evans joins veteran players like Christian McCaffrey and George Kittle.
•Raheem Morris will implement various defensive schemes.
•The 49ers look to challenge for the NFC West title.

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2:00 AMYahoo Sports — LeGarrette Blount Drops Clear Message on 49ers' 2026 Season

What they're saying

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Despite the buzz surrounding divisional rivals, LeGarrette Blount warns that San Francisco’s revamped roster and veteran star power make them a dangerous threat to reclaim the NFC West.
— Yahoo Sports

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