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.

Sep 27, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) reacts in the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Gracen Halton (93) celebrates a tackle against the Miami Dolphins in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Gracen Halton (93) tackles Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) in the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium.c=. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Jan 5, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride (85) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass against San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54) in the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Sep 9, 2026; Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) at practice at AAMI Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Winning these games was already going to be a challenge for the San Francisco 49ers, even with Nick Bosa. It gets tougher now without him.

Sep 21, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) on the field during warm ups prior to a game against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Here are the other three players who won't suit up for the San Francisco 49ers against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 3 on Sunday.

Sep 9, 2026; Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (97) at press conference at AAMI Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Nick Bosa will be out for a few weeks after injuring his calf in practice. Here's what it means for the 49ers.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan reacts during the second half against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Kyle Shanahan shares his thoughts for the first time on the 49ers signing veteran Brandin Cooks.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) celebratse with offensive line Dominick Puni (77) during the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The 49ers' offensive line hasn't allowed a sack on Brock Purdy yet. Kyle Shanahan explained what's helped, but there's a more realistic reason.

Sep 13, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants running back Cam Skattebo (44) carries the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the first quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Imagine if the 49ers had Cam Skattebo to rotate with Christian McCaffrey. Robert Saleh says that's what the 49ers wanted.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle C.J. West (99) reacts during the third quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The injuries continue to pile up for the San Francisco 49ers after they placed this defensive starter on Injured Reserve.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (28) runs the ball against the San Francisco 49ers in the first half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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As great as the 49ers have been through two games this season, they have one glaring issue that likely can't be fixed without a trade.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) warms up prior to the game against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

With several teams losing their starting quarterback, the 49ers may start to field calls on a trade for Mac Jones.

Dec 28, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills wide receiver Brandin Cooks (18) warms up in the rain before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

The 49ers were lacking in depth at wide receiver, but that's not the only reason they chose to sign veteran Brandin Cooks.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) runs onto the field prior to the game against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

There is one huge question that needs to be asked after Brock Purdy's amazing performance in the 49ers' win over the Dolphins.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Demarcus Robinson (11) runs against the Miami Dolphins during the first half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Demarcus Robinson is the latest 49ers receiver to suffer an injury that will land him on Injured Reserve, which is thinning out the position.