It appears the 49ers will report to training camp on July 26 with the wind at their backs.
Or is that hot air?
Yes, it’s easy to take shots at the 49ers. They’re coming off five consecutive non-winning seasons, two under head coach Kyle Shanahan.
But authoritative voices are warming to the 49ers. John Clayton, for instance. The veteran NFL observer now with ESPN radio in Seattle had kind words for the five-time Super Bowl champions during an appearance on KNBR.
Acknowledging that quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo may have aftereffects from his torn left ACL — Clayton said Carson Palmer told him that after his ACL tear mechanics were an issue — “you still look at this as being one of the most improved teams in football.