It’s prediction season on the NFL calendar, and the 49ers are once again in the mix to be one of the league’s best teams despite an offseason that didn’t snag many headlines.
Sports Illustrated’s Connor Orr jotted down 100 bold predictions for this NFL season. Four of them involved the 49ers and they’re all mostly positive for a club that’s finished one win shy of the Super Bowl in each of the last two years.
Here’s a quick list of his predictions:
- The Bengals will defeat the 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII
- Christian McCaffrey will become the first back since 2006 to surpass 20 rushing touchdowns
- 49ers safety Talanoa Hufanga will lead the NFL in interceptions
- The 49ers will lead the NFL in yards per play
Let’s dive into each prediction and figure out the chances Orr is correct: