Talking about the 49ers draft philosophy, John Lynch said, “We just like drafting good players.”
John Lynch addressed various topics, including the open defensive coordinator position, Brandon Aiyuk’s status, and the team’s draft strategy, during the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.
When asked about their approach to the draft strategy, Lynch emphasized that it varies each year and depends on the specific circumstances of each round. He stressed that their overarching philosophy revolves around selecting talented players regardless of when they are drafted, with some players even joining the team as undrafted free agents. Lynch highlighted their commitment to providing opportunities to those who can contribute to the team, focusing on specific characteristics both on and off the field that they value and have found to be successful.
The 49ers prioritize certain traits in their players, as Lynch mentioned how impressed they were with Ji’Ayir Brown based on his meeting and tape. He noted that the team is willing to take chances on players they believe in, regardless of external perceptions of their value.
Before Lynch’s press conference, there was a light-hearted moment where he interacted with “Big Dom” from Philadelphia’s sidelines, who jokingly referred to himself as John Lynch’s “security” in response to a question from Eagles GM Howie Roseman. Dom clarified that he was actually a big fan of the Niners, adding a touch of humor to the proceedings before the press conference commenced.
