"There is a lot of peak Kaepernick in his game" - Trey Lance's stellar preseason performance earns comparisons to former 49ers QB from NFL fans

Trey Lance garnered some interesting comparisons following the San Francisco 49ers' preseason game against the Green Bay Packers.

Lance was essentially named the 49ers starting quarterback at the start of training camp. In his preseason debut, the quarterback proved why the team should be confident in his ability to be a starting quarterback in the NFL. Facing the Packers on Friday night, the 22-year-old played in two series and went 4/5 for 92 passing yards and seven rushing yards with a touchdown pass.

However, it was his 76-yard touchdown bomb to rookie receiver Danny Gray that really impressed fans around the league.

Fans took to Twitter to express their excitement, with some even comparing the youngster's performance to former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick.

I'll say this about Lance - there is a lot of peak Kaepernick in his game

Trey Lance hits Danny Gray on a “Spartan Smash” concept deep down the left sideline for a 76 yard touchdown

Great play design to get the 4.3 WR isolated on a slot fade against a safety while GB was in a single high coverage

Lance puts it on the money and Gray turns on the jets https://t.co/tkp2LvvoXd

A lot is made of Trey Lance's ability to throw/run but rarely you hear people talk about his pocket awareness, which is arguably one of his best attributes imo

I love that he feels/evades pressure, keeps his eyes downfield, resets to throw, then takes off & slides for + yards https://t.co/4oMIvOVBsh

Trey Lance reminds me of early Colin Kaepernick.

Trey Lance is going to add a new wrinkle to the 49ers offense. I tell you why it has a chance to make them a powerhouse in the NFC. twitter.com/deadspin/statu…

@TedH6 No it doesn't. Trey Lance is going to surprise a lot of people this year

Very True! #treylance definitely has a sixth sense when it comes to avoiding pressure/sacks! Like my man has 👀 in the back of head? 👍🏼#49ers #49erfaithfull #FTTB twitter.com/Graham_SFN/sta…

Three quarterbacks have a perfect 158.3 passer rating in the preseason (per PFF):

🦅 Jalen Hurts, #Eagles
⛏ Trey Lance, #49ers
🐅 Drew Plitt, #Bengals https://t.co/0i3bH1D9Gb

@treylance09 is amazing 👏🏽 twitter.com/ninerspride_/s…

Trey Lance showcased his mobility last night and made sure to slide 👀

#49ers || #FTTB https://t.co/ppiz6NpmTP

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Aside from QB Trey Lance, which 49ers players showed potential for a breakout season?

All eyes will continue to be on quarterback Trey Lance as he begins his first full season as the starting quarterback of the San Francisco 49ers. However, the preseason game highlighted another offensive player poised for a breakout season of his own. That player? Receiver Ray-Ray McCloud.

Ray-Ray McCloud's 39-yard touchdown catch from 49ers backup quarterback Nate Sudfeld caught some attention. McCloud has spent the last two seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, mainly on special teams as a kick and punt returner.

In 2020, the wideout was named to the second-team All-Pro roster on special teams. In 2021, he led the NFL in punt return yards. On offense last season, with injuries to the Pittsburgh wide receiving core, the Steelers used McCloud in the slot. In his extremely limited capacity, he recorded four receptions for 63 yards, averaging 15.8 yards per catch.

In March of this year, McCloud signed a two-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers and it looks to benefit both parties. His speed will be an added bonus for the 49ers offense and its young quarterback.

The odds are certainly stacked against him for a breakout season, having bounced around the league a couple of times already. He was drafted by the Buffalo Bills in 2018 and has since seen stints with the Panthers and Steelers, as well as a second run with the Bills.