49ers' Lynch, Shanahan had 'positive discussion' with Kaepernick

The new faces running the San Francisco 49ers aren't looking to burn any bridges as they embark on a new era in the Bay Area.

General manager John Lynch confirmed in a radio interview on KNBR's Fitz and Brooks that he and head coach Kyle Shanahan met with quarterback Colin Kaepernick on Wednesday morning.

"I would characterize it as just a really positive discussion," Lynch said.

Kaepernick can opt out of his contract and become a free agent this offseason. He is widely expected to do so.

Lynch would not divulge what he, Shanahan, and Kaepernick discussed, but hinted that a breakup between the parties isn't set in stone.

"I do think that there are some things that are sacred," Lynch said. "We did have a great discussion and I think Colin left excited and we left excited."