Three weeks into the 2021 season, the 49ers already have a pair of wins and a quarterback conundrum. Jimmy Garoppolo continues handling the Lion’s share of reps under center despite inconsistent play while the Niners’ first-round draft pick Trey Lance remains on the bench.
The decision to draft Lance with the third overall pick will be judged for years to come. However, the 49ers made a significant decision last offseason to keep Garoppolo as well. Several veteran quarterbacks were available on the free-agent and trade markets, but the Niners opted to stick with Jimmy G. How does that decision look through the season’s first three games?