The San Francisco 49ers appeared to have discovered a hidden gem in quarterback Nick Mullens. After Jimmy Garoppolo tore his ACL and C.J. Beathard struggled to get the offense going and then injured his wrist, Mullens got a shot to start.
In seven starts, Mullens has exceeded everybody’s expectations. He is third for most passing yards through the first seven starts of his career, dating back to 1970. Additionally, he has thrown for 220 or more passing yards in each of his first seven starts, making him the first 49ers quarterback to do that since Jeff Garcia accomplished the feat in 2000.