Throughout the offseason, the 49ers have insisted that quarterback Trey Lance remains in their plans for the 2023 season despite the late season heroics of then-rookie Brock Purdy, who is considered to favorite to start for the team when he returns from injury. That notion was questioned last week when it was reported that teams had called on San Francisco to inquire about Lance. The most recent reports now say that, while calls were made, the 49ers are not actively shopping Lance, according to Nick Wagoner of ESPN. 
49ers general manager John Lynch explained the reports on calls, telling reporters that the 49ers “listen to everything when it comes to trades.” This even includes San Francisco internally discussing available options such as Lamar Jackson and Aaron Rodgers, but ultimately, Lynch said that he envisions Lance as a part of the team’s plan moving forward.
“I think there’s a lot of smoke, really, and that it hasn’t been extremely active,” Lynch explained. “And it’s not like we’ve put it out there that, ‘hey, we’re taking offers for Trey, call 1-800.’ It’s not been the process…I expect Trey to be here, and we’re excited about Trey’s ability to compete and what he can do for our franchise just as we were when we drafted Trey.”
Lynch went on to explain how Lance has done a really good job in striving to get himself healthy during the offseason. With Purdy recovering from an injury to the ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow and not expected to return very soon, Lance is working hard to make an impression in his window with the first-team offense. It’s been six weeks since Purday’s surgery and they don’t expect to even have a strong timeline for his return for another six weeks, giving Lance plenty of time to prove his worth.
Reportedly, Lynch also found it necessary to discuss the situation with Lance. With the rumor mill running rampant and the importance of the quarterback position, Lynch felt “it was necessary to have those conversations.”
“Trey and I have talked, and we’re on the same page, and Trey knows exactly where the situation is,” Lynch said. “His mindset is all about competing, and I think that’s exactly where his mindset should be.”
So, according to Lynch, the team is open to at least discussing all options on the table. That being said, the 49ers plan to retain Lance in 2023, and it would take a “substantial offer” to shake San Francisco from that plan.
That’s because no one “actively” wants him.
Its more that he’s not available for a cost much less than any franchise qb would take to move.
Beat me to it. In eighteen seconds. Trey Lance is universally unwanted.
stupid AK. He’s wanted. he’s staying. he’s good. you ain’t smart
‘‘Twas a joke, but you’re not wrong about the beginning and end of your statement
Sometimes you just need to move on from your mistakes. Backup quarterbacks are worth nothing more than a late round pick, regardless of what round they were originally drafted in.
He’s not a mistake. You’re another idiot and you aren’t smart either.
Okay, I was cool with you insulting me earlier, but redundancy is where I draw and also sketch the line.
He has denial issues.
claude raymond • 8 hours ago
He’s not a mistake.
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Just out of curiosity, if Purdy is healthy, what is your QB rotation?
It’s April.
Thank you for your insight, Mr. Lance.
Wow you’re really invested in Lance lol. Did you but his jersey & overpay for his signed rookie card? OR is he your buddy/family member? …cuz you’re taking things a little too personal.
Rather have Lance make a few starts instead of Darnold.
Purdy balled out last year he is not leaving, Darnold just got there so he is not leaving, Lance is the odd man out and probably going to be leaving. I don’t know if Lance is good, he may be great, he doesn’t have much college tape to go off of and his couple of starts for the 49ers were just okay. What Lance doesn’t do well at this point in his career is distribute the ball. All Shanahan wants is a guy who can get the ball in to his playmakers hands, Lance isn’t that guy. Lance could go to a run heavy team and do well for himself perhaps, but one thing I do know is that he is not the guy in San Francisco. Do not feel bad for Lance he played 1 year in college got a $22 million signing bonus, he has made over $25 million these last 2 years of his life and really didn’t earn it imo.
You read that article headline and then think “Most hunters don’t actively shoot themselves in the foot either”.
I hate the niners with a passion and never thought Lance would be a good fit in that system and they should have drafter Jones, who is a very good ball distributor. That said, the kid has never had a real opportunity to develop in either college or the NFL and still carries big upside. At this point what do the niners have to lose by holding onto him and seeing how the summer goes? A 3rd rounder and another conditional pick maybe? I’d hang onto him and see how he progresses. If he really wants the job he will do whatever it takes to win it this summer. If he fails, you can trade him after Purdy is healthy in the pre season.
A 3rd rounder and a conditional pick? Not going to even get a 3rd. That the Niners gave up what they did to get him is their problem, an proven 3rd string QB doesn’t have much market value.
If I’m the Texans I’m probably dialing the 9ers and seeing what I have to give up in order to get him and at the same time look to trade back and acquire more draft picks. It’s not like Lance crapped the bed, he just happened to get injured and got unlucky when another rookie QB stole the show. Since the Texans aren’t thrilled with the QBs in the draft outside of Young, why not move a second rounder for him.
I agree with you and Darth. While it was an bad trade, Lance hasn’t done anything to disqualify himself. I think the issue is that other teams know that the 49ers are moving on (assuming health for Purdy). If Purdy starts, Lance is relatively useless. But more importantly, if Purdy starts, the 49ers will eventually be in the GB/Love situation where you have to make a 5h year call on someone you know nothing about.
I’d like him for the Raiders, but we have too many holes to give up much more than our best #4,
His phone has been ringing off the hook because the USFL teams have been calling, just trying to figure out the compensation.
A couple of T-Shirts and a hat from the receiving team.
Lance isn’t an NFL caliper QB, pretty much everyone else saw this coming. However, that doesn’t mean he can’t be a great weapon. He’s fast, agile and is able to throw the ball.. Seems like he could be a nightmare for opposing defenses with some creativity from his coaches. Think Kordell Steward 2.0, except with an actual offensive genius as a coach and current NFL rules catering more to offenses
He has looked terrible and is more injury prone than RG3! No team in their right mind would want him for any cost more than a 7th to play scout QB. That’d be all he’d be good at.