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49ers re-sign Ventrone; Willis, Ward and Iupati not practicing
Friday, October 17, 2014
The 49ers signed special-teamer Bubba Ventrone on Friday. In a corresponding move, quarterback Josh Johnson got released to free up a spot for Ventrone on the 53-man roster.
It's all part of the shell game by the 49ers to, in…
Practice report: Willis, Iupati, Ward remain out; Brock looking smooth
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Linebacker Patrick Willis (toe), nickel back Jimmie Ward (quadriceps) and left guard Mike Iupati (concussion) missed a second straight practice Thursday, though Iupati did emerge to watch the start of it.
Cornerback Tramaine Brock responded well from Wednesday's first practice…
49ers make two roster moves Tuesday
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
The 49ers re-signed backup quarterback Josh Johnson on Tuesday, less than a week after Johnson was released.
Johnson was released by the 49ers last Friday so that the team could re-sign special teams player Kassim Osgood. Special teams player Bubba…
Report card: Passing game, defensive pressure key third straight comeback win
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
Here is how the 49ers (4-2) graded in Monday night’s 31-17 win over the Rams (1-4):
PASS OFFENSE: Sorry folks, Colin Kaepernick won’t put his 4-0 “Monday Night Football” record on the line the rest of the year. His 343…
Baalke disputes report that Gore was told in offseason his roster spot wasn’t secure
Monday, October 13, 2014
General manager Trent Baalke said there is "no truth" to a NFL Network report Monday that the 49ers approached Frank Gore in the offseason and told him his roster spot was in jeopardy
Gore, the 49ers’ all-time leading rusher, is…
Anquan Boldin pleased that officials made ‘fair’ calls past two games
Friday, October 10, 2014
Wide receiver Anquan Boldin approves of officiating? An outspoken critic after an Sept. 21 loss at Arizona, Boldin appreciates how the 49ers’ past two games have been evenly called between them and their opponents.
“It’s been fair the last couple…
Trent Baalke on Jim Harbaugh: ‘It’s a very good working relationship. People don’t want to believe that’
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Trent Baalke doesn't want you to buy the widespread theory that he doesn't get along with coach Jim Harbaugh. Their relationship is "professional," Baalke said in echoing the description CEO Jed York gave earlier this week of the Baalke-Harbaugh pairing.…
Aaron Lynch having his most fun since Notre Dame; has 49ers’ second-most QB hits, pressures
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
Business is picking up for Aaron Lynch in his rookie season as a 49ers pass rusher.
The past two games, both wins, have tapped into Lynch’s potential as he’s become their left outside linebacker on passing downs.
Lynch said he’s…
NaVorro Bowman’s path back still weeks away; Aldon Smith staying in top shape
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
NaVorro Bowman will return to the 49ers at some point this season, just not next week when he's eligible to come off the physically-unable-to-perform list, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio confirmed Tuesday.
Fangio, appearing on KNBR 680-AM, described Bowman's return as…
Ray McDonald case spurs SJPD review of moonlighting gigs with 49ers
Monday, October 6, 2014
New information is emerging about how extensive the 49ers' relationship is with the San Jose Police Department, which has launched an internal review of its moonlighting practices after Ray McDonald's Aug. 31 arrest on suspicion of felony domestic violence.
While…
Analyzing ESPN’s in-depth piece on the 49ers’ Mad Genius: Jim Harbaugh
Thursday, October 2, 2014
ESPN.com’s Seth Wickersham has written an admirably in-depth, psychological profile on Jim Harbaugh and his affect on the 49ers’ chaotic state.
Yes, there’s been a slew written about the fourth-year coach in recent days/weeks/months/years. But this piece paints a spot-on…
Colin Kaepernick commends Alex Smith for making 2012 job swap ‘go a lot smoother’
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Colin Kaepernick will be going head-to-head with Alex Smith again Sunday, and Kaepernick couldn’t commend Smith enough Wednesday about the last time they were competing for something.
That would be back in November 2012, when Kaepernick officially supplanted Smith as…
NaVorro Bowman sees his replacement, Michael Wilhoite, ‘raising his game’
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
While NaVorro Bowman continues to work his way back from a gruesome knee injury, Michael Wilhoite is making strides as Bowman’s temp on the 49ers defense.
Bowman is among those applauding Wilhoite, as well as mentoring him on the side.…
Michael Crabtree: ‘We good over here’
Tuesday, September 30, 2014
Wide receiver Michael Crabtree, through Twitter rather than any third party, reported Tuesday that the 49ers are "good over here."
That comes on the heels of Deion Sanders, his long-time pal and a NFL Network analyst, stating Sunday night that…
Trent Baalke: ‘Everybody from the head coach on down, we’re all in, and we’re all in it together’
Monday, September 29, 2014
General manager Trent Baalke, appearing Monday on his weekly radio show, preached team unity and shot down the credibility of reports regarding possible discord between coach Jim Harbaugh and the players.
"All I know is this team is fully committed,…
Two-game losing streak described by Harbaugh as natural ‘ebb and flow’ to season
Monday, September 22, 2014
Jim Harbaugh wants his 49ers to “close ranks” and get “things” corrected quick.
How, pray tell, do they do that?
“We’ve got a week to get it fixed. Sunday at 1 o’clock,” Harbaugh said Monday, alluding to the 49ers’ next…
Jimmie Ward’s home-opening sorrows a result of ‘great offensive catches,’ Cardinals coach says
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
At 5-foot-11, 49ers defensive back Jimmie Ward proved a mismatch against Chicago Bears 6-4 receiver Brandon Marshall on Sunday night, by the tune of three touchdown catches. Come Sunday at Arizona, Ward could line up in the slot against 6-3…
Willis talks about Bears game, state of 49ers defense
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Here's what 49ers inside linebacker Patrick Willis had to say in a four-minute interview with Bay Area media Tuesday afternoon in Santa Clara:
Q: What do you do to move past the Bears game?
A: “We got to do what…
Report: TE Davis has bruised ankle, not ruled out for Cardinals game
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Tight end Vernon Davis didn’t suffer any structural damage to his left ankle against the Bears, and he hasn’t been ruled out for the upcoming game against the Cardinals, according to a CSNBayArea.com report.
The MRI exam that Davis had…
Jim Harbaugh transcript: ‘You’ve got to get off the canvas. You’re in the business of winning your next game’
Monday, September 15, 2014
Here is a transcript from coach Jim Harbaugh's media session Monday following Sunday night's home-opening loss to the Bears:
Did Greg Hardy’s inactivation with the Panthers cause you to reevaluate Ray McDonald’s situation?
"No we didn’t’ compare the two situations."…
Report card: Passing game, penalties doom 49ers in Levi’s Stadium opener
Monday, September 15, 2014
Here is how the 49ers (1-1) graded in their 28-20, home-opening loss to the Chicago Bears (1-1):
Pass offense: Quarterback Colin Kaepernick had one of his worst career outings with four turnovers, including a pair of fourth-quarter interceptions that led…
49ers run defense ‘wasn’t good last week,’ prepares to face all-purpose threat in Bears’ Forte
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Only one defense in the NFL did not allow a 100-yard rusher last regular season: the 49ers.
So much for a repeat.
The 49ers won Sunday’s season opener despite allowing 118 rushing yards to the Dallas Cowboys’ DeMarco Murray. That…
Deuce Bruce? Roman says Ellington, Miller could fill in as No. 3 RB
Thursday, September 11, 2014
Offensive coordinator Greg Roman said Thursday that rookie wide receiver Bruce Ellington could fill in as the emergency, No. 3 running back Sunday if neeeded behind Frank Gore and Carlos Hyde.
"He’d definitely be able to fulfill that role," Roman…
Practice report: Ward present, Ellington among RBs
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Safety Jimmie Ward is at practice Wednesday despite getting banged up against the Dallas Cowboys and suffering an undisclosed injury. Coach Jim Harbaugh said earlier today that Ward did not get a concussion.
Cornerback Chris Culliver (concussion) also is at…
Hyde finds mentor in veteran Gore
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Rookie running back Carlos Hyde is off to a nice start in his NFL career, with veteran Frank Gore helping make Hyde’s transition from college a seamless one.
“Carlos is going to be all right,” Gore said Wednesday. “I’ve known…
Colin Kaepernick transcript: ‘We’re trying to win games regardless of who gets the touches’
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Anquan Boldin and Vernon Davis accounted for 12 of Colin Kaepernick's 16 completions in Sunday's opening win. A year ago, Boldin and Davis grabbed 20 of Kaepernick's 21 touchdown passes.
So what happened to all those other weapons that were…
Locker room notes: Skuta on fumble; Davis on juggling act; Osgood on return
Tuesday, September 9, 2014
Dan Skuta, lauded for his blue-collar approach, opened his 2014 season doing the dirty work. He's the one who forced DeMarco Murray's fumble that Chris Culliver returned for a touchdown 54 seconds into a 28-17 win at Dallas.
"I saw…
Vernon Davis’ contract push: two touchdowns after missing offseason workouts
Monday, September 8, 2014
Vernon Davis' season debut saw him produce two touchdown catches in the 49ers' first four snaps. Not bad for missing the offseason program in search of a richer contract.
Davis never got that extension. Not yet, at least.
With two…
Chris Culliver returns fumble for TD in season opener’s first minute
Sunday, September 7, 2014
The 49ers needed only two snaps to score its first touchdown of the season, and it came on defense.
Cornerback Chris Culliver scored a touchdown 54 seconds into Sunday’s opener, scooping up a DeMarco Murray fumble and returning it 35…
Practice report: Ray McDonald present for warm-ups; Anthony Davis still limited to weight room
Friday, September 5, 2014
Tardy the past two days to the practice field, defensive tackle Ray McDonald was on time Friday, stretching alongside Justin Smith and Dan Skuta at the 49ers final practice before an afternoon flight to Dallas.
McDonald has practiced every day…
‘Hot hand’ could determine whether Frank Gore’s carries get outsourced to Carlos Hyde, LaMichael James
Friday, September 5, 2014
The term "hot hand" ushered out Alex Smith's stay as the 49ers starting quarterback. Might the same happen with Frank Gore, a fellow member of the 2005 draft class?
Gore, the 49ers' all-time leading rusher, enters his 10th season still…
Constitution-invoking Harbaugh says 49ers still searching for facts and information before deciding Ray McDonald’s fate
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Coach Jim Harbaugh opened with a one-word answer whether the 49ers have decided if Ray McDonald will play in Sunday's opener: "No."
Then came a barrage of questions, which Harbaugh deflected by insisting that "information and fact" will ultimately decide…
Colin Kaepernick: ‘We just have to stay focused on what we’re trying to do, and that’s win a Super Bowl’
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Colin Kaepernick stepped into his captain's role Wednesday and explained what his 49er teammates must do to overcome this week's distracting arrest of Ray McDonald.
“We just have to stay focused on what we’re trying to do, and that’s win…
McDonald arrest adds to concerns of 49ers’ heralded front-seven; SJPD not releasing 911 call nor report
Monday, September 1, 2014
The 49ers defense has attracted worthy praise in recent years, often centered on its magnificent front seven, a blue-collar unit that deploys three linemen and four linebackers.
Now, cheers have turned to jeers, tears and fears.
Defensive tackle Ray McDonald…
Harbaugh comments on roster moves, Aldon Smith, injured players, season-opener, etc.
Saturday, August 30, 2014
Veteran guard Adam Snyder and core special-teamers Kassim Osgood, C.J. Spillman and Bubba Ventrone were among the 22 players pared from the 49ers roster Saturday as they reached the league-mandated 53-player limit.
Coach Jim Harbaugh said in a conference call…
A few surprises as 49ers reduce roster to 53
Saturday, August 30, 2014
The 49ers pared their roster to the league-mandated 53 players Saturday through the following 22 transactions:
They placed outside linebacker Aldon Smith on the reserve/suspended list in response to Smith being suspended nine games Friday for violations of the league’s…
49ers free up more salary cap room
Friday, August 29, 2014
The 49ers created additional space with their salary cap by restructuring the contract of defensive tackle Ray McDonald, according to a USA Today report Friday.
The 49ers already had more than $9.5 million available before they reworked McDonald's contract. He…
49ers QB Josh Johnson: ‘I was able to make a strong case to be on this team’
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Josh Johnson hopes this exhibition finale wins him the roster spot that his 2012 performance somehow couldn't.
Johnson was 14-of-17 for 135 yards with three touchdown passes and a tipped interception in the 49ers' 40-13 win over the host Texans.…
Gabbert gets X-ray on throwing shoulder; also gets praise from Harbaugh
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Blaine Gabbert said his right, throwing shoulder is "fine," even though he isn't sure what postgame X-rays officially revealed following Thursday's exhibition finale.
Gabbert's stat line wasn't fine: 4 of 11 for 60 yards, with a touchdown pass.
But that…
Aldon Smith’s discipline? Baalke think it’s immiment; could be at least two games by Goodell’s new letter of the NFL law
Thursday, August 28, 2014
General manager Trent Baalke expects the NFL to announce any discipline for 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith before Saturday at 1 p.m., at which time their 53-man roster must be set.
Smith would not count against that roster if he's suspended…
Stanford product Shayne Skov still in the running, literally, for 49ers roster spot; dares you to watch
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Shayne Skov acknowledged there’s “always a little anxiety” when cuts are made. The undrafted linebacker out of Stanford survived the 49ers’ first wave of roster reduction Monday.
Up next in his audition is Thursday’s exhibition finale against the Houston Texans.…
Mum’s the word from Aldon Smith and NFL; Fangio ready to deploy countermeasures
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Outside linebacker Aldon Smith maintained his media silence Thursday that's followed his Aug. 7 meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell regarding potential discipline.
Asked if he'd be willing to talk about non-punishment issues, Smith replied: "I'm not going to answer…
Colin Kaepernick on lowest-ranked offense: ‘I’ve never seen worrying help anyone’s problems or help anyone get better’
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Colin Kaepernick is slated to play in Thursday night’s exhibition finale Thursday, and for the 49ers’ sake, they’d certainly like a repeat of last year’s cameo.
Kaepernick played only the first series but delivered a touchdown drive in the 2013…
Monday notes: WR Stevie Johnson locking up spot; James praised; McDonald healthy; Wilhoite excited
Monday, August 25, 2014
Wideout Stevie Johnson’s roster spot is looking secure, even though he has only two receptions for 11 yards through three exhibitions.
Acquired in a draft-day trade with the Bills, Johnson has “done an outstanding job,” Harbaugh said. “I feel good…
Offensive line update: Iupati not worried about pass-protection woes; Kilgore ready for starting job
Monday, August 25, 2014
Guard Mike Iupati believes an “easy fix” to his technique will correct his pass-protection problems in the 49ers’ 21-7 exhibition win Sunday over the Chargers.
Iupati allowed a fumble-causing sack and another hit on quarterback Colin Kaepernick in the first…
Alex Boone, 49ers remain in stalemate
Monday, August 25, 2014
Three exhibitions down and there's been no movement in guard Alex Boone's contract holdout with the 49ers, a source indicated Monday.
Joe Looney has started all three exhibitions at right guard in place of Boone. Looney did not allow a…
Notes: James doesn’t pass blame; Patton draws ire; earthquake fallout; Lynch shines;
Sunday, August 24, 2014
Levi’s Stadium’s sod, which was installed on Friday, didn’t take long to make an impact. LaMichael James said he tweaked his ankle on the opening kickoff when his foot slipped on the sod, which was installed Friday.
James remained in…
Rookie LB Lynch making his presence felt
Sunday, August 24, 2014
What rookie linebacker Aaron Lynch lacks in experience, he makes up for with a rare combination of size, speed and strength.
All of that was on full display Sunday as Lynch used his 6-foot-6, 270-pound frame to bat away two…
Stevie Johnson envisions ‘pretty dynamic’ offense from 49ers
Thursday, August 21, 2014
More three-receiver sets are anticipated this season, and Stevie Johnson is the favorite to see the most action as the No. 3 wideout. So when he lost his footing in Wednesday’s practice at Levi’s Stadium, it wasn't too surprising that…
Levi’s Stadium’s remedied field to host 49ers-Chargers on Sunday
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Sunday's 49ers home exhibition against the San Diego Chargers will go on as scheduled. On what, exactly, remains a mystery.
"We have determined the appropriate measures necessary to have the field ready for Sunday and look forward to hosting the…
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