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 linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) practices before the game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Oct 4, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Jahdae Barron (23) makes a tackle on San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk (44) during the fourth quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Oct 4, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (5) runs after the catch as Denver Broncos cornerback Ja'Quan McMillian (29) goes to the turf during the first half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Sep 27, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the second quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Sep 27, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw (57) practices before the game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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Of all the players to closely watch when the 49ers take on the Broncos in Week 4, it is these four that you should keep a close tab on.

Sep 27, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (5) during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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Surprisingly, the 49ers delivered some good news on their final injury report ahead of Week 4 against the Broncos.

Sep 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) smiles on the sidelines during the fourth quarter against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris was asked about the challenges that Broncos quarterback Bo Nix presents.

Sep 14, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker III (9) runs the ball against the Denver Broncos during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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If the 49ers don't take advantage of this weakness against the Broncos, then they'll make it difficult on themselves to win the game.

Sep 27, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

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If the 49ers want to defeat the Broncos in Week 4, they'll need to make it tough on Bo Nix. Here is how they can successfully do it.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan looks on prior to the game against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Kyle Shanahan was asked about the unwarranted criticism the 49ers' offensive line gets, to which he responded that he's perplexed by it

Sep 11, 2026; Melbourne, AUS; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (5) in the second half at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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It's never normal for most NFL teams to hold eight players out of practice, but it is for the San Francisco 49ers.

Sep 27, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) leaps against the Arizona Cardinals in the second half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

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This has arguably been the 49ers' best-performing position through three games, and they were criticized in the offseason as a mediocre group.

Sep 27, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jordan Watkins (17) makes a catch against the Arizona Cardinals in the first half at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Jordan Watkins had a sweet performance in the 49ers' win over the Cardinals, but he now has Dante Pettis to worry about.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (5) warms up prior to the game against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Mike Evans is dealing with a rib injury that is probably more severe than the 49ers are letting on. Playing him against the Broncos is risky.

Sep 20, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) reacts during the second half against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

It's been sensational to see how smoothly the 49ers have been operating, but no other player is playing as smoothly as Brock Purdy.

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

A game that should've been an easy win against the Cardinals turned out to be a tough one to pull for the 49ers.