The San Francisco 49ers announced on Friday that head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch inked new extensions with the franchise.
The team shared that the pair inked “multi-year” extensions but didn’t disclose exact duration or financial terms of the deal. Shanahan was previously under contract through the 2025 season, while Lynch had a deal that ran through 2024.
Shanahan and Lynch joined the 49ers together in 2017 and were tasked with changing the franchise’s fortunes after years of instability and disappointing performances. The pair embarked on a painful two-year rebuild that saw them win 10 games combined before going on an impressive run.
With Shanahan and Lynch in charge, San Francisco posted a 42-24 record in the past four years. The 49ers reached the NFC Championship game three times during that period and have appeared in Super Bowl LIV.
The 49ers are expected to be among the main Super Bowl contenders this year as well. They have a 3-0 record to start the season and delivered all three wins in a convincing fashion. It wouldn’t be a surprise if they improve to 4-0, considering they are facing the rebuilding Arizona Cardinals team in Week 4.
