SAN FRANCISCO — Here are postgame quotes from Carlos Rogers, courtesy of the 49ers.
Talk about the play you made against the fade route by knocking the ball loose:
“The guy came and he kind of had a two-way go …
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Donte Whitner wins matchup with Zach Miller
Sunday, September 11, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO: Donte Whitner, who is quickly becoming the spokesman for the Niners defense, stood at his locker and answered questions after the game today. Here are a couple selected quotes.
On WR Ted Ginn’s two return touchdowns: “He bailed …
Jim Harbaugh: “The biological clock has clicked and ticked and now it’s time to play.”
Friday, September 9, 2011
SANTA CLARA – This is the transcript of Jim Harbaugh’s Friday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers.
There was a special guest of honor today at the press conference. He sat right behind me, and afterwards he answered some questions …
Crabtree talks, blames San Jose St. turf for foot injury
Thursday, September 8, 2011
SANTA CLARA –Michael Crabtree finally spoke to the local press today. He sat in front of his locker and answered every question with a smile. He actually seemed nervous and shy in front of all the cameras and reporters. At …
Wednesday’s injury report
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Here’s the 49ers injury report for Wednesday, courtesy of the 49ers.
49ers
Did not participate in practice: S Dashon Godlson (knee)
Seahawks
Did not participate in practice: G Robert Gallery (knee), T Jarriel King (ankle), WR Sidney Rice (shoulder)
Limited …
Tavares Gooden introduces himself
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Tavares Gooden, the newest 49er, introduced himself to the Bay Area reporters today.
Here’s what he said.
Q: Are you going to be an inside linebacker here?
GOODEN: We haven’t really discussed that yet. Any way to …
Braylon Edwards: Not suspended
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
The NFL will not suspend Braylon Edwards week 1 against the Seahawks for a DUI he plead guilty to last year.
So, look for Edwards to start on Sunday ahead of Ted Ginn Jr. The 49ers listed both players as …
Vic Fangio Q&A
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Vic Fangio spoke at the podium in the media tent today. Jim Harbaugh will speak tomorrow, and Greg Roman will speak on Thursday.
Here’s the complete transcript of Fangio’s Tuesday interview, courtesy of the 49ers.
What kind …
Xavier Omon signs to practice squad, Ronald Johnson doesn’t
Sunday, September 4, 2011
The 49ers just announced on twitter that they signed seven players to their practice squad, and running back Xavier Omon is one of them.
Omon had a strong exhibition season, rushing 30 times for 121 yards and a touchdown.
The …
Bethel-Thompson out, one spot left on the practice squad
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Here’s your midday practice squad update.
According to Matt Barrows, QB McLeod Bethel-Thompson, who was signed to the practice squad earlier today, has already been released from it. New QB Scott Tolzien will be on the 53-man roster, at least …
Harbaugh conference call transcript
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Here’s the complete transcript of Jim Harbaugh’s Saturday press conference.
He said the 49ers are comfortable with Colin Kaepernick as Alex Smith’s backup quarterback, and when asked if the team would sign another QB, Harbaugh seemed to suggest that if …
Alex Smith: “The O-line played great.”
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Here are the in-game quotes from Alex Smith, courtesy of the 49ers.
Did the offense have to come out and prove something tonight?
“I don’t know if we had anything to prove. It’s the fourth preseason game. We definitely wanted …
NaVorro Bowman in-game quotes
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Here are in-game quotes from NaVorro Bowman, courtesy of the 49ers
Talk about what you saw on your forced fumble and fumble recovery:
“It was just a basic blitz. I had the running back on me one-on-one and that’s something …
Shawntae Spencer talks about his hamstring and Michael Crabtree’s foot
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Shawntae Spencer spoke yesterday at his locker about two injuries – first, his hamstring pull, and second, Michael Crabtree’s recently-healed foot fracture.
From what Spencer said, both he and Crabtree seem on track to play week 1 …
5 players who absolutely need to perform on Thursday
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
The Niners fourth and final exhibition game against the San Diego Chargers this Thursday means very little for some players, and it means everything for others.
This is not a make or break week for Alex Smith. He’ll probably play …
Alex Smith Q&A
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Alex Smith talked to reporters at his locker today. Here’s everything he said.
The last question is a question I asked him after the other reporters left the area around his locker, and it was the first …
Braylon Edwards: “This offense will be explosive. I do believe that.”
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Braylon Edwards went into detail today about the extra work he’s doing with Alex Smith after practices and his high expectations of the offense in the regular season.
At the end, he addressed his possible suspension for …
Harbaugh on Crabtree, Staley, Gore, and more
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
SANTA CLARA — Jim Harbaugh spoke this afternoon after a morning practice. He talked about Michael Crabtree, Joe Staley, and Frank Gore extensively, but he also dropped some nuggets you’d find interesting.
He announced that Jonathan Goodwin is now the …
No Vernon Davis at practice, Harbaugh fills in at tight end
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
SANTA CLARA — Vernon Davis was a no-show at the beginning of practice. Jim Harbaugh will speak at 1:00 p.m. and he will be asked why Davis was absent.
Konrad Reuland also didn’t practice. He has a brace on his …
49ers cut Scott McKillop and six others
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
The 49ers just sent out a press release listing the first seven cuts. They are:
- WR Tyler Beiler
- T Donovan Edwards
- G Nick Howell
- WR Kevin Jurovich
- LB Scott McKillop
- P Sam Paulescu
- RB Seth Smith.
The next round of
Jonathan Goodwin: “Everyone wants to play better.”
Monday, August 29, 2011
SANTA CLARA — One center spoke to reporters today, and he was Jonathan Goodwin. Here’s the complete transcript of his interview.
Q: What did you think of the offensive line’s performance on Saturday?
GOODWIN: It’s ok, but there’s always things …
Patrick Willis on Frank Gore’s contract situation
Monday, August 29, 2011
SANTA CLARA — Drew Rosenhaus is here at 49ers facility. That much we know.
He’s here on behalf oh his unhappy client, running back Frank Gore. Gore wants a contract extension, and Rosenhaus wants to get him one now. But …
Fangio says his defense is “behind from a mental standpoint.”
Monday, August 29, 2011
SANTA CLARA — Here’s what defensive coordinator Vic Fangio said today at his noon press conference.
Do you expect to get CB Shawntae Spencer back this week?
“It remains to be seen. He’s going to start trying to do some …
Harbaugh on improving the 49ers: “It’s a process.”
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Here’s the complete transcript of Jim Harbaugh’s conference call.
He sounded subdued on the phone, pausing for long lengths of times after questions. There was no energy behind the things he said.
He stressed that improving the team is a …
What I saw from the press box
Saturday, August 27, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO — Watching a football game from a press box is new to me, and the view from there is terrific. As opposed to TV, you get to see the defensive backfield and the wide receivers run their routes …
Harbaugh on the game: “It’s a bitter pill to swallow.”
Saturday, August 27, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO — When the media was allowed into the post-game press conference room, Jim Harbaugh was already there waiting to be interviewed, standing next to the podium with his hands in his back pockets.
Here’s what he said, courtesy …
Colin Kaepernick post-game quotes
Saturday, August 27, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO — Here’s what Colin Kaepernick had to say at his locker after the game, courtesy of the 49ers.
Were there a lot of breakdowns on offense?
“I think the biggest thing right now is, if you have ten …
Alex Smith on the O-line: “A great group.”
Saturday, August 27, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO – Alex Smith was the last player to speak at his locker this evening after the game.
Here’s what he had to say.
Q: Tough to get into a rhythm?
ALEX SMITH: Yeah, I mean, the first couple …
Frank Gore: “I want to be treated right.”
Saturday, August 27, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO – Frank Gore spoke at his locker shortly after the game about the upcoming meeting between the 49ers and his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. The meeting is scheduled for Monday.
Here are selected quotes from that interview.
Q: Your …
Jim Harbaugh on Michael Crabtree, Alex Smith, and Saturday’s game vs. the Texans
Thursday, August 25, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Jim Harbaugh spoke at the podium this morning at 11:00 a.m.
He changed his mind for the second time in four days regarding how much his starters will play this Saturday versus the Houston Texans. Now he’s …
Greg Roman talks all things offense
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
SANTA CLARA – It was offensive coordinator Greg Roman’s turn to speak at the podium in the media tent this afternoon.
Roman’s style is to give a preamble before the questions start, which is fun.
And if you were wondering, …
Alex Smith on Braylon Edwards and Michael Crabtree
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Alex Smith was the last player to speak to reporters today in the locker room, but I’m giving you his transcript first.
He answered a lot of questions about Braylon Edwards, and at the end he touched …
Five bubble guys
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Here are five guys whose status to make the 49ers’ 53-man roster is on the bubble.
You should pay extra attention to these players during the last two exhibition games.
- RB Xavier Omon: Would have to make the team as
What Baalke meant about Gore
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Trent Baalke spoke about Frank Gore’s potential contract extension this afternoon on SiriusXM NFL Radio.
Here’s what he said: “The best thing we can say is we’re doing everything we can to make Frank a 49er for life and whether …
Stretcher of the Day: Chris Maragos, or Harbaugh hides his starters
Monday, August 22, 2011
The portion of practice that was open to the media lasted from 1:50 to 2:08 today. We were expecting 30 minutes as the club had advertised but only got 18. Still you can do a lot in 18 minutes.
None …
Fangio: “We’ve got 5 safeties who can play in the NFL.” Mays not one of them.
Monday, August 22, 2011
SANTA CLARA – Vic Fangio gave another blunt assessment of his defense this morning in the media tent next to the practice fields in Santa Clara.
He refused once again to name Shawntae Spencer a starting cornerback, and he implied …
Jim Harbaugh wants no water cooler talk
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Jim Harbaugh just held a conference call, and here’s the full transcript.
He addressed the Frank Gore trade rumors first, then he got into the rest of the team’s performance from last night.
Q: Have you guys ended camp mode …
Taking stock of the 49ers after two preseason games
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Rather than give you my impressions of last night’s preseason game against the Raiders, the game that will forever be remembered as the game with the double shooting, here are my top-5 impressions of the 2011 49ers. Call this taking …
Alex Smith post-game Q&A
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Alex Smith spoke at the podium next to the 49ers locker room after the game Saturday night.
Here’s the full transcript of that interview, courtesy of me.
Q: What’s the difference between week 1 when you couldn’t move the ball …
Harbaugh post-game Q&A
Saturday, August 20, 2011
Jim Harbaugh gave a lengthy rundown of his team’s performance after their 17-3 win over the Raiders tonight.
Here’s the complete transcript of that interview, courtesy of the 49ers.
On whether he was pleased with tonight’s game:
“I thought we …
Kendall Hunter on his big performance
Saturday, August 20, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO –
The star of the night was Kendall Hunter, and he spoke to a group of reporters after the game in the locker room. Hunter was the most talkative I’ve ever seen him, and for good reason.
Here’s …
Meeting Steve Young
Saturday, August 20, 2011
This isn’t news, it’s the story of when I was seven-years-old and I met Steve Young. If you feel this is self indulgent, please read something else. If you have a meeting-a-49er story too, please share it in the comment …
5 players with the most to lose on Saturday
Friday, August 19, 2011
Saturday’s preseason game against the Oakland Raiders may not mean a whole lot in the larger scheme of things for the 49ers, but for certain players it could mean everything.
Here are five players who need to have good performances …
What to do with the 49ers’ $15.6 million in cap space
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
SANTA CLARA –
According to Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio, the 49ers have $15.6 million in cap room right now.
Here’s my question for you: What do you think Jed York and Tim Baalke will do with that money? …
The Bravest Man at 49ers Fan Fest
Sunday, August 14, 2011
The Award for the Bravest Man of the Day goes to the guy who wore a black Tim Brown Raiders jersey to the 49ers Fan Fest.
I was near him as he walked through the parking lot, and as he …
Beating the blitz
Sunday, August 14, 2011
SAN FRANCISCO –
Blitz-pickup was the theme of the day for the 49ers 13th practice of training camp.
But Harbaugh didn’t spend his personal teaching time at the beginning of practice on the offensive line. Instead, he corralled Alex …
Daunte Culpepper to work out
Sunday, August 14, 2011
According to ProFootballTalk, the 49ers will work out 34-year-old Daunte Culpepper to see if he can compete with Alex Smith and Colin Kaepernick.
Clearly, Jim Harbaugh and Trent Baalke have decided Jeremiah Masoli and McLeod Bethel-Thompson are not NFL-ready backups. …
Harbaugh transcript
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Some of my readers feel I’ve taken a leap to say there’s a quarterback controvery, and if so, I apologize.
But please pay very close attention at the end, when a reporter, Eric Branch, asks if Harbaugh would still put …
Kaepernick: the good and the not-so-good
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Colin Kaepernick played a whopping 35 snaps last night in New Orleans. Unless the 49ers sign another quarterback soon, they will use the preseason to get Kaepernick as many “game-reps” as possible.
Here’s my impression of his first appearance in …
Keys for 49ers vs. Saints
Thursday, August 11, 2011
The Niners play the Saints in New Orleans tomorrow at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
What are the top 5 things you’re looking for in the first preseason game?
Here’s my list:
- Mistakes. The Niners have described themselves as “behind the
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