It's about that time, folks.
Football is (almost) back, as the 49ers are set to open training camp on Friday, July 26 in Santa Clara. And expectations are high.
After two straight disappointing seasons, coach Kyle Shanahan enters Year 3 with his most talented roster. Could the 49ers go from having the No. 2 pick to being in the playoffs in the same year?
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Crazier things have happened.
Here are five bold predictions for the 49ers this season as training camp is set to start.