Jose Luis Sanchez III

Jose Luis Sanchez III

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Jose Luis Sanchez III has covered the San Francisco 49ers daily for FanNation since 2019. He started off as the lead publisher for FanNation's All49ers, then switched positions to become the Deputy Editor in 2020. Sanchez writes, edits, and produces videos daily for All49ers. He also co-hosts a show on YouTube with All49ers lead publisher Grant Cohn weekly. Prior to FanNation, Sanchez started his writing career back in 2016 for the school newspaper at Skyline college where he covered all sports team in the Bay Area. Following that from 2017 to 2019, he found a role as a contributor for FanSided's news desk along with their site's Just Blog Baby covering the Las Vegas Raiders and Golden Gate Sports every professional Bay Area sports team. Atop all of that, he was able to graduate with a Bachelors degree in Communication Studies at San Francisco State University in 2020. Sanchez is committed to ensuring he delivers transparent analysis and straightforward opinions that resonates with readers to get them thinking.

Aug 13, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears (2) rushes the ball while pursued by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Nick Martin (45), safety Ashtyn Davis (29), and safety Marques Sigle (36) in the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

August 13, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Gracen Halton (93) celebrates with linebacker Jaden Dugger (53) after a defensive stop during the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

August 13, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'zhaun Stribling (15) is tackled by Tennessee Titans cornerback Alontae Taylor (24) during the first quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Aug 6, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (15) during training camp at SAP Performance Facility. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Sep 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers guard Connor Colby (75) before the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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A great showing in the first preseason game against the Titans will go a long way for these four 49ers players.

Aug 6, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (15) during training camp at SAP Performance Facility. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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Keep a close eye on these five 49ers players when they face the Titans in the first preseason game on Thursday.

Nov 9, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) runs with the ball past San Francisco 49ers cornerback Upton Stout (20) during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Facing the Rams in Australia for Week 1 might be an easier matchup for the 49ers if Puka Nacua gets suspended.

Jan 1, 2026; Pasadena, CA, USA; Indiana Hoosiers running back Kaelon Black (8) runs to score a touchdown against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the second half of the 2026 Rose Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Rookie Kaelon Black could struggle to catch up with all of the time he's missed, but this 49ers coach thinks he'll be fine.

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Raheem Morris continues to receive a vote of confidence from the 49ers' defensive backs. This time, it is Marques Sigle.

Aug 6, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. (19) during training camp at SAP Performance Facility. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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Kyle Shanahan revealed if and how long the 49ers starters will play against the Titans in the first preseason game.

Jul 24, 2025; Santa Clara, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) awaits his turn during pass rushing drills during the second day of training camp. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

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It turns out that Nick Bosa has been out of 49ers practice for more than just soreness. Kyle Shanahan revealed the truth on Tuesday.

Aug 17, 2022; Nashville, Tennessee; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) tosses the ball during a joint training camp practice against the Tennessee Titans at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park. Mandatory Credit: George Walker IV-USA TODAY Sports

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Mike Evans returned to 49ers' practice after missing the last five, but that is an indication of something problematic.

Dec 14, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (1) runs with the ball during the third quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Kyle Shanahan spoke for the first time on the 49ers losing Ricky Pearsall for the season, and he didn't mince his words.

Aug 3, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) during training camp at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

It's time to start being concerned about Nick Bosa's absence from 49ers training camp. Here are a couple of reasons he's missing.

Sep 9, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Nick Zakelj (63) before the game against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

The 49ers cutting offensive lineman Nick Zakelj for this player isn't surprising. The writing was on the wall for the last week.

Aug 3, 2026; San Francisco, CA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) during training camp at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Mac Jones was asked about how this forgotten 49ers player has looked during training camp compared to last year.