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Matt Millen’s ranking of 49ers linebackers might surprise you
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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Tagged Ahmad Brooks, Aldon Smith, Matt Millen, NaVorro Bowman, Patrick Willis
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Fangio: “I’ve always like Joe Flacco. I was there when he was drafted.”
SANTA CLARA – This is the transcript of Vic Fangio’s Wednesday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers. Can you go back to just the last game real quick. Those final two pass plays in which LB Ahmad Brooks batted … Continue reading
Justin Smith on the Ravens’ offense: “The main reason they can chuck it deep is they run the ball successfully.”
SANTA CLARA – Justin Smith spoke at his locker Wednesday afternoon. Here’s what he said. Q: Are you excited about the HarBowl? JUSTIN SMITH: No, not really. I don’t even know John Harbaugh. Just from playing against him, he’s on … Continue reading
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Tagged Aldon Smith, Joe Flacco, Justin Smith, Ray Rice, Torrey Smith
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Aldon Smith: “It might not be me making the play, but somebody’s going to get there.”
SANTA CLARA – Aldon Smith spoke in the 49ers’ locker room Wednesday afternoon. This is what he said. Q: Have offenses been double-teaming you more and more as the season has progressed? ALDON SMITH: Yeah, I’ve gotten doubled a lot … Continue reading
Cosell on Kaepernick: “I thought he did a really good job of stepping up in the pocket.”
Greg Cosell spoke on KNBR on Monday and Tuesday. Here’s what he said about the NFC Championship game. Q: How do you think Colin Kaepernick performed as a passer against the Falcons? COSELL: I thought he threw the ball exceptionally … Continue reading
49ers NFC Championship grades: Defense and special teams
ATLANTA – The 49ers beat the Falcons 28-24. The 49ers are going to the Super Bowl. Here are the grades for the 49ers’ defense and special teams. Defensive line: B. Justin Smith and Ray McDonald didn’t get much pressure on … Continue reading
Fangio on Michael Turner and Jacquizz Rodgers: “They’ve been running through tackles and running people over.”
SANTA CLARA – This is the transcript of Vic Fangio’s Thursday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers. Just the matchup, the two wide receivers, how do those guys rate or compare or how difficult it is to prepare for … Continue reading
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Tagged Aldon Smith, Jacquizz Rodgers, Julio Jones, Justin Smith, Matt Ryan, Michael Turner, Patrick Willis, Roddy White, Tony Gonzalez, Vic Fangio
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Justin Smith on the Falcons: “They have two really good running backs and they run the ball exceptionally hard.”
SANTA CLARA – Justin Smith spoke in the media tent Wednesday afternoon. Here’s a transcript of his press conference, courtesy of the 49ers. How did you come out of the game? How did you feel Sunday? “I think it … Continue reading
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Tagged Aldon Smith, Jacquizz Rodgers, Justin Smith, Matt Ryan, Michael Turner
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Harbaugh on the Falcons: “They’re solid in every regard.”
SANTA CLARA – This is the transcript of Jim Harbaugh’s Monday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers. How did DT Justin Smith make it through the game? “Good. Played well. Came out of the game as clean as possible.” … Continue reading
49ers divisional playoff grades: Defense and special teams
SAN FRANCISCO – The 49ers massacred the Packers 45-31 on Saturday night. Here is the grade for the 49ers defense and special teams. Defensive line: B+. Justin Smith played 53 snaps, 91 percent of the defensive snaps. That alone is … Continue reading
Can Aldon Smith be effective against the Packers?
The 49ers play the Packers Saturday at the Stick. In the meantime, I’ll break down the key matchups. LT Marshall Newhouse vs. ROLB Aldon Smith To beat the Packers, you must pressure Aaron Rodgers. Aldon Smith, as you know, is … Continue reading
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Tagged Aldon Smith, D'Anthony Batiste, Jeff Saturday, Justin Smith, Marshall Newhouse, Ricky Jean-Francois
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Fangio on Justin Smith: “If he’s not playing up to his standard or close to it then we’ll put the next guy in.”
SANTA CLARA – Vic Fangio spoke in the media tent Tuesday afternoon. Here’s what he said about Justin Smith and the rest of the 49ers defense, courtesy of the 49ers. Is DT Justin Smith closer to full strength and … Continue reading
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Tagged Aldon Smith, Dashon Goldson, Donte Whitner, Jim Harbaugh, Justin Smith, Perrish Cox, Vic Fangio
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