The 49ers are set to name quarterback Sam Darnold as the backup to starting QB Brock Purdy according to a report from NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero.
That move throws into doubt the future of 2021 No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance, who is now officially in the third-string QB spot heading into his third NFL season.
Pelissero reported the 49ers are exploring all options in regards to Lance, so let’s run through exactly what those options are: