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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.

Dec 15, 2022; Seattle, Washington, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) celebrates with tight end George Kittle (85) during the late fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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What the 49ers Extending George Kittle Means for Brock Purdy

With George Kittle and the 49ers agreeing to a contract extension, that means Brock Purdy should be next up.

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Jan 1, 2025; Pasadena, CA, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Jordan James (20) is tackled by Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Cody Simon (0) during the first quarter at Rose Bowl Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images
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What the 49ers are Getting in Oregon RB Jordan James

Oregon Ducks expert helps provide insight with what the 49ers are getting in running back Jordan James.

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Dec 26, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Kansas State Wildcats safety Marques Sigle (21) against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Why the 49ers Drafted Kansas State S Marques Sigle

Adding another safety was needed for the 49ers when they drafted Marques Sigle, but it was more than need that enticed them to select him.

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Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; The San Francisco 49ers logo is projected on the video board during the NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Why the 49ers Drafted Montana WR Junior Bergen

Montana wide receiver Junior Bergen was drafted by the 49ers for one reason and one reason only.

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Indiana's CJ West tackles Michigan's Donovan Edwards at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.
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Why the 49ers Drafted Indiana DT CJ West

Indiana defensive tackle CJ West reminded the 49ers a lot of one of their former impactful players.

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Oct 6, 2024; London, United Kingdom; New York Jets safety Chuck Clark (36) against the Minnesota Vikings in the second half at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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49ers Recommended to Sign Veteran Free Agent Safety

The 49ers have been recommended by a media outlet to sign this veteran free agent safety with Malik Mustapha on the mend.

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Aug 31, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Mykel Williams (13) celebrates after a tackle with linebacker Chaz Chambliss (32) against the Clemson Tigers in the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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What the 49ers are Getting in Georgia DE Mykel Williams

Here is all you need to know about what the 49ers are getting in Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams.

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Dec 17, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) against Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle D.J. Humphries (74) at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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What the 49ers are Getting in OT D.J. Humphries

Reinforcement has arrived for the 49ers at left tackle with D.J. Humphries. Here is what they are getting.

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Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Why the 49ers Needed to Extend George Kittle

There was no choice for the 49ers to make with George Kittle other than to extended him. It needed to get done.

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Nov 16, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Oregon Ducks running back Jordan James (20) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
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Why the 49ers Drafted Oregon RB Jordan James

General Manager John Lynch explains why the 49ers drafted Oregon running back Jordan James in the fourth round.

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Sep 14, 2024; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Jordan Watkins (11) makes a catch for a touchdown against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons during the first half at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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Why the 49ers Drafted WR Jordan Watkins

Kyle Shanahan explains why the 49ers drafted Ole Miss wide receiver Jordan Watkins in the fourth round.

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Mykel Williams, DE, Georgia was selected 11th overall by the San Francisco 49ers during the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field on April 24, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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One 49ers NFL Draft Trend They Have to Break in 2026

The 49ers have neglected this specific position in the NFL draft for years, and it needs to change in 2026.

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