Entering the 2019 season, Pro Football Focus ranked the San Francisco 49ers secondary 29th in the league after a dreadful 2018 campaign and relatively few personnel changes during the offseason.
The group might seem better after a three-interception performance in Week 1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. But that doesn’t change the notion general manager John Lynch and Co. will be seeking upgrades between now and next season.
As things go, one option has seemingly presented itself out of nowhere.
According to a report from ESPN’s Chris Mortensen, Miami Dolphins defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick has been granted permission to seek a trade.