Tag Archives: Aldon Smith

49ers rookie mini-camp: Day 2 – B.J. Daniels plays like Russell Wilson

Posted on May 11, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Before I get into the good and not-so-good of the second day of the 49ers’ rookie mini-camp, I want to share that I noticed three players playing two positions today – Eric Reid played free safety and … Continue reading →

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Projecting the 49ers’ DL depth chart in 2013 and 2014

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Grant Cohn

What will the 49ers’ DL depth chart look like in 2013 and 2014? Here’s my best guess, and I’m interested to read yours as well. 2013 BASE ROLB, or “Leo” or standing rusher – Aldon Smith (although Defensive Coordinator Vic … Continue reading →

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Corey Lemonier says he’s a “really different” player than Aldon Smith: “I bring a different kind of talent to the field.”

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA — This is the transcript of Corey Lemonier’s teleconference, courtesy of the 49ers.   Did you have any, I guess, contact with the 49ers before the draft? “No, not any.”   You didn’t meet with them at the … Continue reading →

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Trent Baalke’s pre-draft press conference transcript

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Trent Baalke held a press conference in the 49ers’ defensive meeting room Wednesday morning. Here’s a transcript. Q: Where are you guys in the process of putting together your board? BAALKE: We’re probably 50 percent there. Q: That’s all? BAALKE: … Continue reading →

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3-4 or 4-3 Under?

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Grant Cohn

What’s the correct name for the 49ers’ base defense: 3-4 or 4-3 Under? If you’ve never heard of the 4-3 Under, click here to read a detailed explanation of it. The article says George Seifert used the 4-3 Under when … Continue reading →

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49ers vs. Seahawks: Which team is better right now?

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Many of my readers have been comparing and contrasting the 49ers and Seahawks this week, so I thought it would be interesting to break down the two clubs by offensive, defensive and special teams units. In other words, at this … Continue reading →

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49ers working out John Abraham but they should not sign him

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Accoridng to Adam Schefter, the 49ers are working out defensive end John Abraham at their Santa Clara practice facility today. Abraham, who will be 35 years old next season, probably has some gas left in the tank as a situational … Continue reading →

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What the 49ers really need

Posted on March 6, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Matt Barrows wrote a blog this morning arguing why the 49ers’ biggest offseason issue is the pass rush, not the secondary. I love Matt’s work and I usually agree with his opinions, but I disagree this time. The 49ers need … Continue reading →

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Top 5 storylines of the 49ers’ offseason

Posted on February 18, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Last week I listed the five biggest questions the 49ers must answer this offseason. This morning I’m sitting on my bed thinking about the five biggest storylines of the 49ers’ offseason. Here’s what I came up with. Trent Baalke. He’s … Continue reading →

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Grant’s 49ers mock draft: 1.0

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Grant Cohn

This is my first attempt to predict whom the 49ers will draft in a couple of months. I’ll make more attempts as I learn more about the prospects. This time, I’ll mock just the first four picks. 1st round, pick … Continue reading →

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49ers Super Bowl XLVII grades: Defense and special teams

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers lost the Super Bowl 34-31 on Sunday. Here are the grades for the defense and special teams. Defensive line: C. Ray McDonald got pressure and recorded a sack, but the other defensive linemen were invisible. It was hard … Continue reading →

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How the 49ers built a championship roster

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Grant Cohn

This is my Saturday article on the gradual construction of the 49ers’ roster. By GRANT COHN After the 2004 season, the 49ers were the worst team in football. They had practically no talent, they had won two games, and they … Continue reading →

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Matt Millen’s ranking of 49ers linebackers might surprise you

Posted on January 29, 2013 by philbarber

Before leaving for New Orleans, I spoke by phone with Matt Millen, who has been doing TV work for both ESPN and NFL Network of late. It was for a story I wrote on the 49ers linebackers. Here are excerpts: Continue reading →

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