Deommodore Lenoir’s Bold Prediction: Super Bowl or Bust for 49ers
Former Oregon Ducks star and current San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir exudes confidence in his game and his team. Despite a disappointing 2024-2025 season that saw the 49ers miss the playoffs for the first time since 2020, Lenoir has his sights set on bigger goals: a Super Bowl appearance.
“I Ain’t Really Worried About the Pro Bowl” The season may have been tough for the 49ers, but Lenoir shone brightly. The 4th-year cornerback, who recently signed a five-year, $92 million contract extension, ranked No. 5 out of 223 cornerbacks in solo tackles with 70 and allowed only 58 receptions, the 9th fewest among all cornerbacks.
When asked about missing the Pro Bowl, Lenoir didn’t hold back: “I missed the Pro Bowl this year. I think I’m going to miss the Pro Bowl next year, because we’re going to be in the Super Bowl.” With Super Bowl 60 set to be held at their home field, Levi’s Stadium, Lenoir’s confidence is evident. “The Super Bowl is here, so we need to be in the dance. I ain’t really worried about the Pro Bowl,” he added.
A Season to Forget The 49ers entered the 2024 season with high expectations, fresh off a Super Bowl appearance. However, the season quickly turned into a disaster. The team finished 6-11, losing 7 of their last 8 games. Injuries and off-field tragedies compounded their woes, making it a “Season From Hell” for San Francisco.
The Brock Purdy Dilemma San Francisco now faces an offseason full of questions, none bigger than the future of quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy, who is under contract for another year, is expected to seek a massive contract extension. While it is anticipated that both sides will reach an agreement before training camp, the 49ers front office is known for being cautious with big contracts. Notable players like Deebo Samuel, Nick Bosa, and Brandon Aiyuk have all experienced this.
Retooling for the Future With the core of the team aging, head coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch must retool the roster to return to championship contention. The 49ers still need to hire a defensive coordinator and special teams coordinator after moving on from Nick Sorenson and Brian Schneider.
Despite the challenges, the 49ers remain hopeful for a quick turnaround. In the fast-paced world of the NFL, a 6-11 season can quickly turn into a title chase.
