His first year on the job, new San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch has found himself impressed with what he's seen while studying tape of this year's draft prospects.

Once Colin Kaepernick opts out of his contract as he's reportedly expected to do, the Niners will have zero quarterbacks on their roster. Therefore, the team with the second pick in the draft will be in the market for a quarterback.

Lynch admitted as much Thursday at the scouting combine.

He then went on to heap effusive praise on this year's quarterback class.

On Notre Dame quarterback Deshone Kizer:

John Lynch said the 49ers interviewed Norte Dame QB DeShone Kizer last night: "He blew the doors off it." — Kevin Jones (@Mr_KevinJones) March 2, 2017

On Texas Tech quarterback Patrick Mahomes:

John Lynch on Texas Tech QB Patrick Mahomes: "The film is pretty special." — Joe Fann (@Joe_Fann) March 2, 2017

On North Carolina quarterback Mitch Trubisky, who confirmed his size earlier Thursday morning:

John Lynch on Mitch Trubisky: "He measured over 6-2 so he made himself some money today. ... The more you watch him the more you like him." — Joe Fann (@Joe_Fann) March 2, 2017

Lynch also said the possibility remains the 49ers could bring Kaepernick back at a more affordable price.

"We left that door open in a very real and positive way," Lynch said, according to Nick Wagoner of ESPN.