That’s actually not the case anymore. The population has recovered enough that the FWC is issuing a small number of permits that allow limited harvest. There may not be the numbers there once was, but that is improving and there are absolute giants swimming around.

I admittedly don’t know many details about San Francisco geography and team rooting interests/loyalty, but your response made sense. This past summer I happened to drive by where the 49ers play, and I was surprised at how far away it seemed from San Francisco. But I just assumed it was still in the heart of 49ers country. I guess the real lesson is owners will do whatever they want, fans be damned!

I’m not sure I agree with you when you say it’s a betrayal to the heart of the team.

I know that football and baseball are different in terms of economics (salary cap, team values, etc), but when the Atlanta Braves moved out of downtown to the suburbs, it has been a major success in spite of all those who said it wouldn’t work. The stadium is now much closer to the majority of fans, attendance has increased, game day experience is much better, and these factors have led to an increased payroll and a better team on the field. All that said, the Braves only moved about 15 miles away vs however far the 49ers are, but I don’t think you can find anyone now (other than city of Atlanta politicians) who would say that it wasn’t the right move.

I guess my whole point is that doing what’s best for the team will pay off in the long run even if it means having a different address.