The 2018 season proved the 49ers still have a long way to go before returning to playoff contention. They have needs up and down the roster — and need their franchise quarterback to be healthy, of course.
Jimmy Garoppolo’s return aside, here’s a look at a road map for the 49ers’ offseason:
Address the most important position on defense — Garoppolo was the tide that raised all boats during his impressive 5-0 run to end 2017. And 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan thinks there’s a position on defense that could have a similar effect.
“I’d say a quarterback on offense and an edge rusher on defense.