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Dorsey fully aware of Seahawks’ cut blocks that injured Williams

Glenn Dorsey called it the “magic question:” How does he know when the Seattle Seahawks will try cutting his legs from underneath him Sunday? “You have to move your feet and be aware at all times,” Dorsey said Thursday. Dorsey…

Strong statement: Wilson recalls Smith’s bull-rush in Seattle

After he underwent offseason surgery to repair a torn triceps tendon, it was logical to wonder if 34-year-old Justin Smith would fully regain his Paul Bunyan form in 2013. In a Week 2 loss in Seattle, however, Smith erased any…

Colin Kaepernick with a lot to prove against Seattle

The 49ers will be looking up at the Seahawks on Sunday when the NFC West kingpins roll into Candlestick Park. Additionally, 49ers Colin Kaepernick, all 6-foot, 4-inches of him, will be looking up at his counterpart, the 5-foot, 11-inch Russell…

Harbaugh implores mocked fan base to make noise Sunday

In 2013, Seahawks fans have generated seismic activity, set a Guinness World Record for crowd noise and have maintained their title as the most ear-splitting in the NFL. Niners fans? They’ve made headlines for other reasons this season. In September,…

Ingredients for a Harbaugh presser: Abraham Lincoln, Willie Mays, Jimmy Stewart

What do Abraham Lincoln, Willie Mays and Jimmy Stewart have in common? They all got referenced Wednesday by 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh in advance of Sunday’s big-time game with the Seattle Seahawks. “If this doesn’t fire up the fans, then…

Donte Whitner on future: ‘I definitely want to be here’

Safety Donte Whitner, a Pro Bowler in 2012 who is in the midst of his best season, is the final year of a three-year, $11.75 million contract. In July, he acknowledged he’d like to join players such as right tackle…

Why James can’t contribute on 49ers offense

The season is three-quarters completed and the 49ers have still not had their 11 offensive starters on the field at the same time. Wide receiver Michael Crabtree played for the first time this season on Sunday against the St. Louis…

Harbaugh on Davis: ‘Did you tell Michael Jordan not to take off from the free-throw line?’

Flanked by Colin Kaepernick, 26, and Michael Crabtree, 26, at a postgame press conference Sunday, Anquan Boldin, 33, was the voice of prudence and reason. What did you guys think of Vernon Davis’ hurdling ability? Kaepernick: “Very athletic.” Crabtree: “Very…

Missing: Ground attack that can finish out game, complement revitalized passing game

Not even Michael Crabtree’s celebrated arrival nor back-to-back wins can silence all the critics of the 49ers’ offense. “Like my dad was asking, ‘Why didn’t you run the ball better at the end of the game?’ ” coach Jim Harbaugh…

Staley, Iupati to have key knee exams today

One of the 49ers’ injured Pro Bowl offensive linemen, Joe Staley, is on his way to get an MRI on his wounded right knee today while another, Mike Iupati,…

Report card: So much went right, especially on special teams

Here is how the 49ers (8-4) graded in their 23-13 win over the visiting St. Louis Rams (5-7): Pass offense: Anquan Boldin and Vernon Davis remained Colin Kaepernick’s top targets and star producers despite Michael Crabtree’s emotional spark from his…

McDonald puts Davis’ evening plans on ice

If Vernon Davis had extracurricular plans for Sunday evening, Rams' safety T.J. McDonald put a hold on them during the 49ers' 23-13 win.

Crabtree’s return does not slow down Boldin or Davis

In Michael Crabtree’s return to action, he tied his career-high with a 60-yard reception. But, mostly, Crabtree took a backseat Sunday to Anquan Boldin and Vernon Davis in the 49ers’ 23-13 victory over the St. Louis Rams. Boldin caught nine…

Postgame notes: Boone fills in for Staley; Gore miffed at output; Kaepernick flourishes

Left tackle Joe Staley again got hurt against the St. Louis Rams, but unlike his Sept. 26 ankle sprain, he’s expected to miss a couple games because of Sunday’s right-knee injury. An initial diagnosis is that Staley sprained his medial…

Double trouble: Brooks, Smith could become rare 49ers’ tandem

After he received national attention two weeks ago for a sack that didn’t count, Ahmad Brooks said it was the most publicity he’s received in his eight-year career. And that’s probably true. Since 2011, Brooks, 29, has been an above-average…

Gore should benefit from Crabtree’s return

The 49ers own the No. 6 rushing attack in the NFL. And no team has thrown for fewer yards this season than the 49ers. And for that reason, the 49ers have faced defense that have been geared up to stop…

Brown returns to light work; Brock has chance to retain job

Cornerback Tarell Brown, who sustained an unspecified ribs injury against the New Orleans Saints on Nov. 17, returned to the practice field Thursday for some light work with his teammates. Brown was not in uniform but he went through some…

Good news, bad news: Crabtree practices in full, Manningham misses practice

The name “Michael Crabtree” was nowhere to be seen on the 49ers’ injury/practice participation report today, and that’s a good sign the 49ers receiver will make his 2013 debut Sunday against the Rams. Though he was permitted to practice with …

Upon further review, Justin Smith credited with two sacks

Defensive lineman Justin Smith picked up two quarterback sacks on Wednesday -- two days after the fact. Smith was erroneously not given credit for sacks on two tackles of scrambling Washington quarterback Robert Griffin in the 49ers' 27-6 victory on…

Brooks, Whitner want expanded use of replay after appealing their controversial hits

As Donte Whitner prepares for the 49ers’ rematch Sunday with the St. Louis Rams, he can’t help but think about controversial penalties. He got one last time against the Rams, a touchdown-saving hit that drew a $21,000 fine. Whitner claimed…

Colin Kaepernick Q&A: ‘Yes’

Colin Kaepernick had his weekly meeting with the media today. Here’s what the 49ers quarterback had to say: Who’s been the biggest influence on your leadership style? CK: “My dad.” What has he taught you about leadership? CK: “You just…

Recent Super Bowl history encouraging for Staley, 49ers

When it comes to reading up on the NFL, left tackle Joe Staley skips the what’s-wrong-with-the-49ers material that accompanies losing streaks. “We don’t really listen to what you guys say,” Staley said after a 27-6 win at Washington on Monday…

49ers release QB Bethel-Thompson to make room for Crabtree

McLeod Bethel-Thompson, the 49ers’ fourth No. 3 quarterback since training camp, was released today to make room for wide receiver Michael Crabtree on the roster. On Monday, of course, Jim Harbaugh said Crabtree would be moved from the physically unable…

Many happy returns: James thrilled he’s no longer ‘cooped up’

After he performed a nifty pirouette along Washington’s sideline en route to a 40-yard punt return Monday night, running back LaMichael James flipped the ball high in the air to a nearby official and practically skipped across the field. Yes,…

Ahmad Brooks on RG3: ‘He shouldn’t be playing’

Asked about RG3 after the 49ers' 27-6 win over the Redskins, Brooks said plainly that Griffin is still fighting a knee injury and shouldn't be playing.

Notes: Crabtree coming back, James sparks return game, Whitner notches only takeaway

Michael Crabtree didn’t make his season debut Monday night but the 49ers are expected to activate the wide receiver Tuesday, his final eligible day on the physically-unable-to-perform list. Coach Jim Harbaugh said after Monday’s 27-6 win over Washington that Crabtree…

Instant Replay: 49ers get back on track vs. Washington

The offensive inconsistencies that have plagued the 49ers for most of the season did not totally disappear against Washington’s 28th-ranked defense. The offense had its moments. But it also had its typical bouts of malaise, too. The 49ers’ offense fed…

Cold war: First subfreezing kickoff in forecast for Harbaugh’s 49ers

Safety Eric Reid greeted his Twitter followers Sunday morning with this weather report from the WashingtonD.C. area: “It’s so cold.” Indeed it is, setting up the 49ers’ coldest game in three seasons under coach Jim Harbaugh. Temperatures in the low…

Redskins’ rushing attack could get 49ers primed for Seahawks

No one is confusing the floundering Washington Redskins with the NFC-leading Seattle Seahawks. But the 49ers could use Monday night’s trip to Washington to prepare their run defense for a potentially pivotal showdown with Seattle two weeks later. Not only…

Harbaugh won’t rule out Crabtree; Iupati, Brown won’t play Monday

In what is probably a case of keep-the-opponent guessing, Jim Harbaugh left the window open a crack for wide receiver Michael Crabtree to make his 2013 debut on Monday night at Washington. Harbaugh said the 49ers would decide whether to…

Source: CB Brock signs four-year, $16 million extension

Less than four years after Tramaine Brock received a $500 signing bonus from the 49ers, the former undrafted free-agent cornerback from Belhaven College has struck it rich. Brock, 25, signed a four-year, $16 million contract extension with $7 million guaranteed…

Young wonders if Kaepernick reason for 49ers’ offensive illness

Was Trent Dilfer right? On the heels of Colin Kaepernick’s second straight forgettable performance, another former 49ers quarterback working as an ESPN analyst, Steve Young, isn’t dismissing his colleague’s analysis. Last week, of course, Dilfer made a few headlines when…

Notes: Iupati, Brown out; Crabtree update; Dixon speaks (sort of)

As expected, left guard Mike Iupati and cornerback Tarell Brown will not play at Washington on Monday night after they were injured in last week’s loss to the Saints. Iupati, who sustained an MCL sprain, confirmed he will miss the…

Snyder vows to not hold back offensive line if he replaces Iupati

With left guard Mike Iupati seen walking uncomfortably in a super-sized knee brace, Adam Snyder is poised to start at left guard in the 49ers’ game Monday night at Washington. “The four other (linemen) are All-Pro guys. I’m expecting to…

Lattimore heads to practice on what he calls ‘a special day for me’

Marcus Lattimore beamed with pride and excitement inside the 49ers locker room Thursday as he prepared to put on shoulder pads for the first practice of his rookie season. A year ago, Lattimore thought he’d never play again, after tearing…

Brooks hopes league will ‘hear me out’ regarding what he maintains was ‘clean hit’

Ahmad Brooks still insists his hit on Saints quarterback Drew Brees was “clean,” and the 49ers outside linebacker plans to state his case further next Tuesday when he appeals the $15,750 fine. “Hopefully they’ll hear me out, because I didn’t…

Why second-round pick Carradine is not ready

Second-round pick Tank Carradine has been on the 49ers’ 53-man roster for two games. The defensive lineman has been inactive for both games. Carradine is one year removed from the knee injury that ended his final season at Florida State.…

Smith, Kaepernick seem destined to wait for new contracts

For entirely different reasons, it seems likely that both Colin Kaepenick and Aldon Smith will play the 2014 season under their current contracts.

Crabtree will be on 53-man roster within a week

Wide receiver Michael Crabtree, who tore his Achilles six months ago, will be added to the 49ers’ 53-man roster within the next six days.

Eddie, Roger, Charles, Kevin semifinalists for Hall of Fame (where you should be on first-name basis)

Four of the 25 semifinalists for next year’s Pro Football Hall of Fame class have 49ers’ roots: Eddie DeBartolo, Roger Craig, Charles Haley and Kevin Greene. Those 25 modern-era semifinalists were chosen out of 126 nominees, and 15 finalists will…

Gore surprised at close losses; Rogers balances frustration; Brooks doesn’t comment

Frank Gore has gone through his share of losing streaks in nine seasons with the 49ers, and their lastest one has him scratching his head. “I’m very surprised we lost the last two like that: close games,” Gore said Wednesday.

Brooks fined $15,750 for hit on Brees

The NFL fined 49ers linebacker Ahmad Brooks $15,750 for his controversial hit on New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees on Sunday that resulted in a game-changing penalty. Dean Blandino, the NFL's vice president of officiating, said on Tuesday that referee…

Shanahan: Kaepernick has bright future

There is no question that quarterbacks Colin Kaepernick and Robert Griffin are two exceptionally gifted football talents. Both blasted their ways onto the NFL scene a year ago. And both have struggled this season heading into the 49ers’ game at…

Widespread reasons for 49ers’ offensive woes

The 49ers looked as if they were ready to become a top-five offense in the league when the season began. Quarterback Colin Kaepernick proved to be a dynamic threat during his 10 starts last season, which included a 302-yard passing…

Saints successfully dared Kaepernick to beat them

The 49ers guessed right. And it still went all wrong. Before Sunday’s 23-20 loss at New Orleans, the Niners’ offensive brain trust devised a pass-heavy game plan. The thinking: The Saints, ranked 23rd against the run, would commit serious resources…

Is Mike Shanahan coaching to save his job?

The Redskins are on pace to finish last in the NFC East for the third time in Mike Shanahan's four seasons with the team. Next up for Washington -- the 49ers.

Ahmad Brooks’ hit – what the 49ers should be doing about it

Anger rides high for the 49ers and their fans, even two days after Ahmad Brooks game-sealing, sack-fumble was deemed a personal foul. The 49ers were robbed of a turnover, and a quality road win over the seemingly playoff-bound Saints. Yet…

Iupati’s knee sprain likely brings Snyder into lineup, or Kilgore

If Adam Snyder replaces Mike Iupati because of a sprained knee for the coming weeks, the 49ers better hope pass-protection issues don’t flare up like they did to start their final drive Sunday. Snyder got beat on a twist by…

Harbaugh defends Brooks’ hit on Brees

Here is Jim Harbaugh’s question-answer session from today’s press conference (transcript courtesy of 49ers as I’m still traveling back to NorCal): Did you get to take a closer look at the LB Ahmad Brooks hit? And if you did, what…

Harbaugh still upset by penalty call on Ahmad Brooks

This wasn’t an animated, wide-eyed protest — a la his sideline demeanor Sunday in New Orleans — but Harbaugh made his feelings clear during today’s weekly news conference in Santa Clara. Even after video review, he strongly disagreed with the…
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