Category Archives: Free agency

The defensive backs

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers ranked 24th against the pass in 2010, and their secondary could be even shakier in 2011. Their best cornerback, Nate Clements, signed with the Cincinnati Bengals, and Trent Baalke has yet to sign anyone to replace him. He … Continue reading →

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Why Plaxico rejected 49ers

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Grant Cohn

In Matt Maiocco’s latest article he argues there are two main reasons the 49ers can’t sign an impact wide receiver like Plaxico Burress: No recent winning tradition. No proven quarterback. I agree with Matt, but here’s my question for you. … Continue reading →

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LaBoy signs with Chargers

Posted on July 29, 2011 by philbarber

Greg Manusky has added another former 49er to his defense. A couple days after the Chargers agreed to terms with Takeo Spikes, they announced today that they had signed another linebacker, Travis LaBoy, to a two-year contract. Both will play for Manusky in San Diego.
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Michael Crabtree’s dogs

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Grant Cohn

Matt Barrows, the great reporter from the Sacramento Bee, just reported that Michael Crabtree has a foot injury and he could miss four to six weeks of training camp and the preseason. He’s also reporting the 49ers want to sign … Continue reading →

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Waiting for Nnamdi

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – I just arrived in Santa Clara. Players will be available for group media interviews in the press room from 11:30 to 12:45, just like yesterday and the day before. I will be posting them later. Remember, these … Continue reading →

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Competition: You predict the 49ers’ 3rd quarterback

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Grant Cohn

Multiple outlets are reporting that the 49ers will cut quarterback David Carr Thursday. That means they have just two quarterbacks on the roster – Alex Smith and Colin Kaepernick. Who will be the third? Every team needs three quarterbacks. What’s … Continue reading →

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Jed York on the Santa Clara stadium and free agency

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Here are selected quotes from Jed York’s Tuesday morning conference call. He talked about his plan for financing the new stadium in Santa Clara, the possibility of the Raiders joining them in the project, and the 49ers … Continue reading →

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49ers to sign Masoli

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers will sign former Oregon Duck and Ole Miss Rebel Jeremiah Masoli, reports Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com. If this is true, this is a departure from the 49ers pattern of signing  “character guys.” As Carmen Policy once put it, … Continue reading →

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Which free agents the 49ers should sign

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Grant Cohn

Now that the lockout is over, let’s look ahead to free agency, which starts this week. Who will the 49ers sign? Alex Smith, for starters. Smith stated in a text message this morning he won’t hesitate to sign with 49ers. … Continue reading →

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Willis knows defense could have different look in 2011

Posted on December 30, 2010 by staff

Willis, obviously, can withstand pain. But he couldn’t do much when he received a concerned look after the results of an X-ray on his broken right hand came back after Sunday’s 25-17 loss to the Rams. Continue reading →

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49ers sign RB Westbrook

Posted on August 16, 2010 by staff

Hours after trading disgruntled defensive end Kentwan Balmer to the Seahawks, the 49ers made an even bigger splash, signing coveted free-agent running back Brian Westbrook.
Westbrook had been linked to the Denver, St. Louis and Washington over the offseason. Saturday, ESPN’s Chris Mortensen called the Rams frontrunners. Sunday, Redskins coach Mike Shanahan reiterated his interest in the versatile veteran. But it was the 49ers who swooped in and signed Westbrook to a one-year contract.
NFL.com’s Jason LaCanfora reported that he will earn a base salary of $1.25 million, and could receive as much as $2.5 million.
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CB Will James joins the 49ers

Posted on May 5, 2010 by staff

OK, it’s not as newsworthy as Patrick Willis re-upping, but the 49ers added another piece to their defense today when they signed veteran CB Williams James to a one-year deal. Or if you have a long memory – Will Peterson, as he was known during his first five seasons with the New York Giants.
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LaBoy signing gives 49ers another pass rusher

Posted on April 20, 2010 by staff

Outside linebacker Travis LaBoy agreed to terms today on a one-year, $1.6 million contract with the 49ers, a league source said, confirming an ESPN report. This signing gives the 49ers four experienced players at the pass-rushing position.

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