It might officially be the start of a new era in San Francisco. 49ers quarterback Trey Lance started the second half against the Seattle Seahawks over incumbent starter Jimmy Garoppolo. According to the 49ers, Garoppolo is questionable with a calf injury.
Lance, of course, was selected with the third overall pick in this year’s draft out of North Dakota State. While the top prospect has received plenty of hype, head coach Kyle Shanahan has been tentative to give him playing time over Jimmy G. The calf injury may have sparked the move. Still, multiple reporters at the game saw Shanahan have a conversation with Garoppolo during halftime, which suggests it may have been motivated by an up-and-down performance.