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.

Oct 18, 2025; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker Romello Height (9) against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Nov 23, 2023; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa (97) celebrates a sack in the second half against the Washington Commanders at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images

Nov 16, 2025; Madrid, Spain; Washington Commanders linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) reacts after a play against the Miami Dolphins in the fourth quarter during the 2025 NFL Madrid Game at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Dec 20, 2025; Oxford, MS, USA; Mississippi Rebels wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling (1) runs after a catch for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Tulane Green Wave at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Jan 22, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa (97) reacts after a sack during the first quarter of a NFC divisional round game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Osa Odighizuwa was excellent for the Cowboys, but he can be better with the 49ers. He shared why they can unlock his potential.

Oct 6, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa (97) reacts to sacking Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields (not pictured) during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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There is no other game on the 49ers' schedule that Osa Odighizuwa is looking forward to more than this, and it's obvious why.

Texas Tech's Romello Height rushes the Arkansas-Pine Bluff offense during a non-conference football game, Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Jones AT&T Stadium.

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No other rookie on the 49ers has a better chance to generate the greatest impact of this year's draft class than this one.

Sep 9, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) is introduced to the crowd before the game against the New York Jets at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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If Brandon Aiyuk wants to expedite his release from the San Francisco 49ers, there is a way for him to force their hand.

Oct 2, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) rushes the ball against Los Angeles Rams safety Kam Curl (3) during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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A ton of pressure is on the 49ers to win Week 1 against the Rams in Melbourne, Australia. Here's why it's a must-win game.

Nov 23, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) reacts after forcing a fumble against the Atlanta Falcons during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

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Signing Joey Bosa makes no sense for the 49ers, especially since two other veteran free agents are logical fits.

Nov 30, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; The San Francisco 49ers huddle up after the break during the second half against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

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There's no better mid-season schedule in the NFL than the one the 49ers have. Here is why they should thank the schedule makers.

Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) is pressured by Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) during the second half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

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This six-game stretch is by far the most brutal for the 49ers in 2026, and it will determine their season if they can't handle it well.

Nov 2, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan tosses a football in the air during warm ups prior to a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Several factors stand out on the 49ers' 2026 schedule, but only a few matter. The rest are overblown. Here's why.

Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) is sacked by Seattle Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams (99) during the second half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

There are a few teams on the San Francisco 49ers' 2026 schedule that present glaring conditions for a revenge game.

Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) blocks Seattle Seahawks linebacker Uchenna Nwosu (7) during the first half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

There are plenty of games on the 49ers' 2026 schedule to be excited about, but five of them are must-see.

Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) runs after the catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

It doesn't hurt to predict the wins, losses, and scores of every 49ers game in 2026 with the regular season four months away.