Returning Garcon Will Make Sure Garoppolo is in Good Hands

In 2017, wide receiver Pierre Garcon brought some stability to a 49ers receiving corps that needed it, catching 40 passes in his first eight games, for 500 yards.The veteran, a steady contributor for years in Indianapolis and Washington, was on pace for his third 1,000-yard season at age 31.But Garcon's season came to an abrupt end in Week 8 when he suffered a neck injury in a game against Philadelphia. He spent the rest of the season on injured reserve. Still, the Niners are excited by his return in 2018, with the chance Garcon can become a terrific receiver for new quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. In fact, Garcon is signed through four more seasons, having signed a five-year deal with the franchise that could be worth as much as $47.5 million.Even though some young receivers emerged last season, such as Marquise Goodwin and Trent Taylor — and second-round pick Dante Pettis is an exciting prospect — Garcon could become Garoppolo's favorite target, for his ability to run precise routes, his experience, leadership — and fine hands.Recently, in fact, the analytic website Pro Football Focus noted Garcon has some of the most reliable hands among wide receivers in the...