Jimmy Garoppolo played a crucial role in the San Francisco 49ers’ previous journey to the Super Bowl, where they were defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs. Despite facing criticism then and now, there was a time when Jimmy G consistently led the Niners to victory. However, following their loss in Super Bowl LIV, it became evident that Garoppolo was not the ideal choice. When asked about his prediction for Super Bowl LVIII, Garoppolo made a statement that may not sit well with his former supporters.
Garoppolo’s selection of the Chiefs to win with a score of 35-31 may not indicate bitterness, but to the loyal #bangbangninergang, it will be perceived as such. Niners Nation recently caught up with Jimmy G during the Super Bowl week festivities, and he expressed a willingness to continue playing for San Francisco.
Nevertheless, the primary concern for all 49ers fans is winning a sixth Super Bowl for the franchise. Just as Garoppolo famously declared, “It’s still F Green Bay,” during an interview, fans in the Bay Area will now throw that sentiment back at him for not choosing his former teammates. This may be difficult for many fans because a significant portion of them held a deep affection for Jimmy G.
If Garoppolo had successfully completed that pass to Emmanuel Sanders four years ago, the present would be vastly different. However, this does not guarantee that he would still be a part of the San Francisco team in 2024. The deterioration of his relationship with the Niners was largely due to his recurring injuries. Without his ACL tear last season, we might not have discovered the talents of Brock Purdy and what he brings to the field.
Ultimately, Garoppolo’s lack of availability greatly contributed to his downfall with the 49ers. He may not have been the best quarterback in the NFL, perhaps not even in the top 10 at his peak. However, he consistently delivered victories with the talented roster in San Francisco. As the starting quarterback, he achieved a 26-14 record in the regular season and a 4-2 record in the postseason. While his individual statistics may not have been outstanding, the team consistently emerged victorious. The exception, of course, being the most important game of the year.
One aspect frequently discussed in relation to Kyle Shanahan is his level of patience, or lack thereof. Particularly when it comes to the quarterback position on a team that is built and prepared to win, there is only a limited amount of time to gain his trust. If there is another quarterback in the lineup whom Shanahan believes in, Jimmy G will only have a limited number of opportunities to prove himself. Shanahan did not have that level of trust in Trey Lance, and Garoppolo’s actions may have further eroded that trust. However, it appears that Shanahan has finally found what he desires in Purdy.
According to the Source deadspin.com