In a strange turn of events that have transpired over the last couple of days, reports are surfacing that Scot McCloughan is out as the 49ers GM.
Conflicting Reports On The Future Of 49ers GM Scot McCloughan
Nancy Gay of FanHouse reports that McCloughan sent her the following text message.
“I’m fine and I’m moving forward.”
But would not elaborate further.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter says that McCloughan isn’t out...yet, at least.
Scot McCloughan not out yet as Niners GM. If he were, team would issue a press release. And it sounds like no release is forthcoming.
FanHouse acknowledged that the team hasn't publicly made the move but "multiple NFL sources" confirmed that he is no longer with the team because of a "personal matter" not related to the team.
"It was by mutual agreement," a source said of the decision that followed a closed-door meeting on Wednesday between McCloughan, York and several members of the 49ers' front office team.
The NFL Draft is taking place exactly five weeks from Thursday night so this is definitely an odd move if it’s the case. And to add to that, the 49ers have two first round picks.
NFLN’s Jason La Canfora reports that Trent Baalke -- currently the director of player personnel -- will take over the bulk of McCloughan’s duties if he is indeed out.
McCloughan has been the 49ers GM since January of 2008.
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