Out of the three biggest pending free agents the San Francisco 49ers have entering the 2020 offseason, defensive back Jimmie Ward is arguably the least known. And by default, he’s probably the third biggest option on the re-sign watch list.
It makes sense why the Niners should try bringing back defensive tackle Arik Armstead. After all, he led a stout San Francisco defense in sacks last year with 10. The 49ers pass offense also took off after the team picked up wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders midseason.
Still, making Ward the top re-sign priority is something general manager John Lynch and Co.