In one significant way, having the full offseason to work with has already been beneficial for the Niners. When Shanahan decided to fire Nick Sorensen and seek a fourth defensive coordinator in as many seasons, he quickly pointed out that such a move might not have made as much sense if the 49ers had played deep into January or February.

General manager John Lynch lauded the ex-Jets coach on Wednesday during the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, noting the “experiences he’s had” makes for an even stronger reunion with San Francisco looking to turn the page on a lost 6-11 season.

Here are 10 topics from the NFL scouting combine that relate to the 49ers, who will be represented Wednesday by general manager John Lynch.

It's probably safe to assume that Joey Bosa would love an opportunity to play with his little brother, Nick Bosa.

One day after the San Francisco 49ers' season ended ... Shanahan eventually hired Steve Wilks to replace Ryans on Feb. 9. When Shanahan decided to move on from Wilks after a Super Bowl run ...