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Rumor: 49ers Trent Baalke to join Denver Broncos

Updated Mar. 4, 2020 10:18 p.m. ET

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With each ensuing loss it becomes more and more likely that the San Francisco 49ers will need to part ways with embattled general manager Trent Baalke. Despite the 49ers recent lack of success, Baalke may have a job available the moment he is — and with the defending Super Bowl Champions, no less.

The San Francisco 49ers are in the midst of a season filled with historic lows. As such, major changes will be in store this offseason. The first, many expect, will be the firing of general manager Trent Baalke.

Baalke was once praised for the 49ers roster — though, in hindsight, the roster of 2011-2013 was largely built by his predecessor, Scot McCloughan, now of the Washington Redskins. On the heels of a 12 game losing streak — and counting — it is difficult for anyone to argue that Baalke has succeeded in his current role.

Yet Trent Baalke is still well-liked by many. Should he be fired, as most expect, he appears to have a job lined up with the Denver Broncos.

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CSN Bay Area reports that Baalke will likely end up in the Broncos personnel or scouting department. While this would be a step down from a general manager position, Baalke will likely still have significant clout based on his experience and an apparent close relationship between Baalke and the Broncos’ John Elway.