David Lombardi,

David Lombardi is a staff writer for The Athletic covering the San Francisco 49ers. David joined The Athletic after three years with ESPN, where he primarily covered college football. Josh Dobbs signing with 49ers, per agent: What the QB brings to San Francisco Dobbs is expected to be a backup in San Francisco behind Brock Purdy. Former backup Sam Darnold signed with the Vikings. The Athletic Staff52 expectedly not signing with Saints, per agent: Why Chase Young chose 49ers over other suitors

Biography:  https://theathletic.com/author/david-lombardi/

64%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

75%

Examples:

  • The author uses language that dehumanizes the Washington Commanders by referring to them as 'the team' while praising the San Francisco 49ers for their performance in Super Bowl LIV.
  • There is an example of monetary bias where Young was traded from one team with a higher salary cap to another with more financial flexibility.

Conflicts of Interest

60%

Examples:

  • The author uses language that dehumanizes the Washington Commanders by referring to them as 'the team' while praising the San Francisco 49ers for their performance in Super Bowl LIV.
  • There is an example of monetary bias where Young was traded from one team with a higher salary cap to another with more financial flexibility.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Chase Young played nine games for the San Francisco 49ers last season, totaling five solo tackles and 2.5 sacks.
  • Young was traded from the Washington Commanders to the San Francisco 49ers this past season and became a prominent part of their rush packages.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • The author states that Young played nine games for the 49ers last season and totaled five solo tackles and 2.5 sacks, but they don't provide any context about how these numbers compare to his performance with other teams or in previous seasons.
  • The title of the article implies that Chase Young has signed with the Saints on a one-year deal worth $13 million guaranteed when in fact it's not entirely clear if this is true or not.

Recent Articles

Christian McCaffrey Signs $38M Extension with San Francisco 49ers, Becomes Highest-Paid NFL Running Back

Christian McCaffrey Signs $38M Extension with San Francisco 49ers, Becomes Highest-Paid NFL Running Back

Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 Reigning Offensive Player of the Year Christian McCaffrey signs a $38M, 2-year extension with the San Francisco 49ers, making him the NFL's highest-paid running back ($19M avg. yearly). With 1,459 rushing yards and 14 TDs in '23, McCaffrey is now under contract through '27. The deal guarantees all of his base salaries in '24 and '25, extending the team's championship window.
Chase Young Signs One-Year Contract with New Orleans Saints Worth $13 Million Guaranteed

Chase Young Signs One-Year Contract with New Orleans Saints Worth $13 Million Guaranteed

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 Chase Young, the former No. 2 overall pick in the NFL Draft, has signed a one-year contract with the New Orleans Saints worth $13 million guaranteed. He played nine games for San Francisco last season and had five solo tackles and 2.5 sacks.

49ers Dominate Eagles in NFC Championship Rematch

Broke On: Sunday, 03 December 2023 The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 42-19 in a rematch of the NFC championship game. 49ers' wide receiver, Deebo Samuel, scored three touchdowns, while quarterback Brock Purdy threw for 314 yards and four touchdowns. Eagles' quarterback, Jalen Hurts, was evaluated for a concussion during the game but returned to play. The Eagles' chief security officer, Dom DiSandro, and 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw were ejected after a shoving incident.