Lenoir has established himself as a standout cornerback with impressive stats, earning a significant five-year, $92 million extension as a testament to his growth and performance.
'He has the confidence to guard anybody,' Shanahan praised Lenoir’s fearless approach, recounting how he eagerly sought to take on challenges, including guarding top receivers.
GM John Lynch emphasized Lenoir's versatility, saying, 'He plays the nickel position... he goes outside and really excels at the corner position, which is a hard position to play in this league.'
Lenoir's determination was evident even as a rookie, 'He posted a video on social media of him shutting down a receiver... The 49ers were disciplined for that play,' demonstrating his confidence.