SANTA CLARA – The Niners newest quarterback, Josh Johnson, spoke today about his comfort level in the offense, his history with Colin Kaepernick, and why he likes Jim Harbaugh’s coaching style so much. Here’s a transcript.
Q: How has it …
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Category Archives: Inside the 49ers
Scott Tolzien on opportunities and maximizing each day
Monday, July 23, 2012
SANTA CLARA – Backup quarterback Scott Tolzien has one of the widest perspectives of any player on the 49ers. He’s terrific at putting things in perspective for you and me. This afternoon he broke down the collective mindset of the …
A.J. Jenkins says he’s comfortable catching punts, and more
Monday, July 23, 2012
SANTA CLARA – First-round pick A.J. Jenkins spoke today about his mastery of the Niners playbook, learning to field punts and how he’s handled criticism this offseason. Here’s a transcript.
Q: How do you feel entering your first camp?
JENKINS: …
Niners training camp schedule through August 19
Saturday, July 21, 2012
FYI – this is the 49ers schedule through August 19. Of course, this is all subject to change, but for now things really get going on Monday. I’ll be there, so now you know my schedule, too.
Date Media Availability …
Five players the Niners can least afford to lose
Monday, July 2, 2012
In the wake of Aldon Smith’s stabbing – and the frightening possibility they might have lost him, it appears they didn’t – let’s rank the players the 49ers can least afford to lose for next season’s Super Bowl run.
This …
Aldon Smith stabbed
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Matt Maiocco of CSNBayarea.com and Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee are tweeting that Aldon Smith was stabbed at a party Saturday morning. Barrows tweeted two people were shot and one was stabbed, and Smith’s injury is not believed to …
There are questions about 49er stadium funding
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
I’m following up on a blog I previously posted about Santa Clara County withholding $30 million from the 49ers stadium project. The San Jose Mercury News, which is doing a very good job on this subject, followed up with its …
Reevaluating Jed York
Friday, June 22, 2012
Jed York, the young CEO of the 49ers, got off to a rocky start when he took over control of the team in 2008.
Right off the bat, he made a two-part mistake.
- He hired the wrong head coach –
A.J. Jenkins by the numbers
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Some readers have expressed concern regarding my minicamp analysis of Niners rookie wide receiver, A.J. Jenkins. I called him the biggest letdown of minicamp and one of the worst wide receivers on the field for those three days. Some readers …
Minicamp review
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Here’s my minicamp review. Keep in mind, it was a non-contact minicamp. No pads, no tackling. It was basically two-hand touch. So I’m focusing on the players involved in the passing game – quarterbacks, wide receivers, tight ends, cornerbacks and …
Harbaugh takes stock after the Niners minicamp
Thursday, June 14, 2012
SANTA CLARA – Jim Harbaugh spoke to reporters after Thursday’s practice. He was thrilled with how his team performed in this minicamp, and he detailed what he liked so much. Here’s the transcript of his interview, courtesy of the 49ers.…
Minicamp notes: Alex Smith shines in Wednesday’s afternoon practice
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
SANTA CLARA – Here are some unofficial stats from today’s minicamp.
Alex Smith completed 27 of 32 passes. In red zone drills he completed two touchdowns. For about an hour he didn’t miss a single pass.
Most of his throws …
Fangio says the Niners defense has potential to be best defense he’s ever coached
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
SANTA CLARA – It was defensive coordinator Vic Fangio’s turn to explain the state of the Niners defense today. He said it has the potential to be the best defense he’s ever coached. He also talked about turnovers, and why …
Vernon Davis clarifies his Super Bowl prediction, and more
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
SANTA CLARA – Vernon Davis stated last week he believes the Niners should be Super Bowl favorites. Today he discussed that statement, as well as the progress he and the offense is making in minicamp.
Q: How was it out …
Aldon Smith on learning new positions
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
SANTA CLARA – Last season, Aldon Smith played about half of the Niners’ defensive snaps and recorded a whopping 16 sacks. This offseason he’s working to become an every-down player, and today he talked to reporters about his progress. Here’s …
Minicamp notes: Breaking down Alex Smith’s third down and red zone performance from Tuesday
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
SANTA CLARA – Alex Smith threw two touchdowns and converted one third down in Tuesday’s afternoon practice.
He threw his first touchdown to Vernon Davis. The offense lined up at the 15-yard line, Davis ran a seam route and Smith …
Scott Tolzien on himself, his competition and Aldon Smith
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
SANTA CLARA – After practice, three of the 49ers quarterbacks – Alex Smith, Josh Johnson and Scott Tolzien – had a long discussion in the weight-lifting tent adjacent to the practice field as they did bicep curls. Occasionally Smith would …
Harbaugh praises Vernon Davis, Tukuafu, Cox and more
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
SANTA CLARA – Below is the transcript of Jim Harbaugh’s Tuesday post-practice interview, courtesy of the 49ers.
Here are Harbaugh’s main points:
- Will Tukuafu is playing defensive tackle and full back in practice, like Isaac Sopoaga did last season.
- Vernon
OTA notes: Moss makes remarkable one-handed catch
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
SANTA CLARA – This is the last week of OTAs for the Niners, and today was the one practice open to the media. It started like all their other practices – drills first, then scrimmaging, but one thing was different.…
The 49ers top-10 offseason battles
Friday, May 4, 2012
With rookie mini camps around the corner and OTAs around the bend too, let’s rank the Niners top-10 offseason battles in reverse order.
10. Michael Crabtree vs. his left foot. Will Crabtree win the battle against his left foot this …
How A.J. Jenkins might help the Niners offense this season
Friday, April 27, 2012
SANTA CLARA – The Niners first round pick A.J. Jenkins spoke to the Bay Area media in person for the first time this afternoon. He’s warm, talkative and humble.
Also, he has huge hands. After the interview I told Kevin …
49ers blow their first round pick, draft A.J Jenkins
Thursday, April 26, 2012
SANTA CLARA — I give the Niners an F for their A.J. Jenkins pick at No. 30 in the first round, and here’s why. We all know the Niners’ biggest weaknesses are third down and red zone offense. They will …
Trent Baalke’s draft GPA
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Let’s examine Trent Baalke’s draft resume.
According to the Niners media guide, Trent Baalke has called the shots on draft weekend the last two years. Here’s what it says about him: “Prior to being named the 49ers GM, Baalke served …
Alex Smith’s problems on third down
Monday, April 2, 2012
Take this for what it’s worth – Alex Smith has always been bad on third down.
Before I explain, let me define my terms. “Average” on third down would be a 38 percent conversion success rate and five conversions per …
Niners sign QB Josh Johnson to 2-year deal, turn up the heat on Alex Smith, Colin Kaepernick
Thursday, March 22, 2012
The Niners just announced they signed free agent quarterback Josh Johnson to a two-year contract.
What does this mean?
Jim Harbaugh is going to say it’s all about competition. But what this really means is the Niners think they can …
Alex Smith currently in negotiations with Dolphins, could be a goner
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Alex Smith is not waiting for the 49ers any longer. He’s negotiating with Dolphins right now according to the Denver Post’s Mike Klis, who cites an NFL source.
Stay tuned – he could sign any minute.
The Niners must feel …
An intimate look at Jim Harbaugh with Alex Smith at Pebble Beach
Sunday, March 18, 2012
A friend of my dad’s had an inside look at Jim Harbaugh and Alex Smith at the AT&T golf at Pebble Beach last month.
The Niners played the Giants on a Tuesday. Duane Kuiper caddied for Mike Krukow, Alex Smith …
Randy Moss on the Niners: “Their upside was something I studied, look at, evaluated.”
Monday, March 12, 2012
Here’s the transcript of Randy Moss’ Monday night conference call.
Q: Why the decision to sign so shortly after working out with the 49ers?
MOSS: Their upside was something I studied, looked at, evaluated. Coach Harbaugh is a really young …
Alex Smith and 49ers at stalemate
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Look, I’m on the outside, but I can’t help but notice that Mark Sanchez just got a five-year contract extension from the Jets, $24 million guaranteed.
Alex Smith is a better quarterback than Sanchez. It would be embarrassing for …
49ers hedging their bets on Alex Smith
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Alex Smith wants a five-year contract, but the Niners only want to sign him for three years – that’s what the Sacramento Bee is reporting.
What does this say about the Niners’ true feelings towards the quarterback they call …
Why the Niners don’t want to sign Peyton Manning
Thursday, March 8, 2012
I’m trying to be open minded about the Peyton Manning debate. I want to see things from both sides.
Yesterday, my dad and I came out strongly on the Pro-Peyton side. Many readers agreed with us, and many did not. …
Why Saints case matters (Lowell column)
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
My dad followed up and wrote a second column about the Saints bounty scandal. This one directly addresses many arguments he received from readers on behalf of the bums – Sean Payton, Gregg Williams, and NFL rule-breakers in general. These …
How Jim Harbaugh can get better
Saturday, March 3, 2012
How could Jim Harbaugh get one percent better?
He’s already a very good coach, but as he says, you’re either getting better or you’re getting worse. You never stay the same.
Keep in mind, I’m working under the hypothesis that …
Free agency: The Niners have the cap space to sign Mike Wallace
Thursday, March 1, 2012
According to Matt Maiocco, Ahmad Brooks will count $2.85 million against the 49ers’ salary cap in 2012. For all the figures of Brooks’ deal, read Matty’s article here.
Just know that Brooks’ cap figures significantly increase in upcoming seasons, …
The top-five 49ers under contract
Monday, February 27, 2012
Who are the top-five Niners under contract right now?
Recently, we’ve focused on players who don’t have contracts, like Coby Fleener and Carlos Rogers and Alex Smith, to name a few.
What about the players the Niners have currently? Who …
Combine: Forget Sanu and Randle. Enter Wright and Hill.
Sunday, February 26, 2012
The wide receivers ran their 40-yard dashes this morning at the combine, and just like that, you can forget about Mohamed Sanu.
He ran a 4.67 40-yard dash today at the NFL Combine, which means he’s slower than Michael Crabtree, …
Niners give safety Spillman three-year contract; Goldson parts ways with agent
Friday, February 24, 2012
Yesterday, I wrote that free agent free safety Dashon Goldson had a strong negotiating position with the Niners because they have no replacement for him. Well, maybe Trent Baalke disagrees.
He gave C.J. Spillman, backup safety and top-special teamer, a …
The 49ers won’t spend a lot on outside free agents
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Here’s a very interesting tidbit from the great Mike Sando on Trent Baalke’s free agency philosophy.
Sando asked Baalke at the Combine when is the right time for an NFL team to spend a lot of money on an outside …
The top-five most important free agents for the 49ers to re-sign
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Trent Baalke reiterated this morning at the NFL Combine that the 49ers want to keep their guys in place, as in re-sign their free agents.
Baalke said there’s no priority list for who he wants to re-sign, which is baloney, …
49ers still get no respect
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Despite beating the Super Bowl champion New York Giants in Week 10 and coming a few plays short of beating them again in the NFC championship game, the Niners only have a one-in-ten shot at winning next season’s Super Bowl …
Is Eli Manning the next Joe Cool? (Lowell column)
Monday, February 6, 2012
The Santa Rosa Press Democrat just posted my dad’s Tuesday column on the Super Bowl. Before the Super Bowl he asked if Tom Brady was as good as Joe Montana – the greatest quarterback of all time. Now, we know …
Alex Smith finishes third for Comeback Player of the Year
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Alex Smith finished third in the voting for the A.P. Comeback Player of the Year Award. He received 7 out of 50 votes. The Lions’ QB, Matthew Stafford, finished first and received 21 of the votes.
This gives you a …
Jim Harbaugh wins the A.P. Coach of the Year award
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Jim Harbaugh has won the 2011 A.P. Coach of the Year Award. It is well deserved. What Harbaugh did this past season was unprecedented and unfathomable – turning a 6-10 into an NFL powerhouse with no off season, and with …
Jed York: “There’s going to be a lot of great amenities that make this building the greatest outdoor entertainment experience in the world.”
Thursday, February 2, 2012
The NFL gave Jed York and the 49ers $200 million in support Thursday for their new stadium in Santa Clara.
York spoke on a conference call this afternoon, and this is what he said.
Q: How much of a shot …
How the Niners offense can improve on third down and in red zone
Saturday, January 28, 2012
This is a blog about Stanford tight end Coby Fleener, but first, some context.
According to Matt Maiocco, Dashon Goldson is the Niners’ top candidate for the franchise tag. Franchising Goldson would cost the Niners $6.2 million in 2012, …
Cosell clarifies
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Greg Cosell expanded on his NFC championship commentary Thursday morning on KNBR’s The Murph and Mac Show. Here’s what he said.
Q: For everyone who didn’t read your blog, tell us your evaluation of the game.
COSELL: “Let me just …
Greg Cosell: “Smith was reluctant to let it loose on routes and throws that were not only well designed, but were open.”
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Greg Cosell’s latest blog is up at NFLfilms.com, and it’s on the 49ers performance in the NFC championship game. He argues that Alex Smith was the goat of that game, not Kyle Williams. He says the coaching tape shows numerous …
Who to re-sign: Carlos Rogers or Dashon Goldson?
Monday, January 23, 2012
Here’s the article I wrote for the Tuesday’s Santa Rosa Press Democrat. It’s about the Niners free agency situation. They believe they’re a Super Bowl team, so what they want to do is keep what they have and resign their …
Carlos Rogers on free agency: “It’s about trying to keep this team together.”
Monday, January 23, 2012
SANTA CLARA – The Niners free agent cornerback Carlos Rogers spoke at his locker this afternoon and here’s what he said.
Last night in my grades I said I didn’t think the Niners would resign him. After listening to Rogers …
Crabtree: “You have to get your chances. I can’t say anything else.”
Monday, January 23, 2012
SAN FRANCISCO – Here’s a transcript of what Michael Crabtree said in the locker room after the loss to the Giants Sunday night, courtesy of the 49ers.
Did the weather affect the game a lot today?
“No, it couldn’t be …
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