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Is Aldon Smith dependent on Justin Smith to be a productive pass rusher? Harbaugh: “It’s a team defense,” and Aldon needs rest
Jim Harbaugh spoke on KNBR Wednesday morning. Here’s what he said about the possibility of Justin Smith returning for the playoffs, and how his absence has affected Aldon Smith. Smith has not had a sack since Justin Smith’s elbow injury … Continue reading
49ers Week 17 grades: Defense and special teams
SAN FRANCISCO – The 49ers stomped the Cardinals 27-13. Here are the grades for the 49ers defense and special teams. Defensive line: B. Ricky Jean Francois had a team-high six tackles (one for a loss), a sack and a QB … Continue reading
Why the 49ers-Cardinals game matters
There are two reasons why this game against the Arizona Cardinals matters deeply to the 49ers. First, there are playoff implications. If the 49ers win, they’ll be 11-4-1. They’ll get the No.2 seed and a first-round Bye if the Packers … Continue reading
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Tagged A.J.Jenkins, Ahmad Brooks, Aldon Smith, Anthony Davis, Carlos Rogers, Colin Kaepernick, Dashon Goldson, Donte Whitner, Frank Gore, Geep Chryst, Greg Roman, Jim Harbaugh, Joe Staley, John Morton, Justin Smith, LaMichael James, Michael Crabtree, NaVorro Bowman, Patrick Willis, Randy Moss
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Loss of Justin Smith could be more than just physical
The 49ers have a big problem with Justin Smith. Even if he is able to play in the playoffs, a triceps injury is very painful, especially when the elbow gets beyond a normal range of motion. The 49ers probably would … Continue reading
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Tagged Aldon Smith, Bo Jackson, Howie Long, Justin Smith, Kevin Walker, Marcus Allen, Patrick Willis, Ray Lewis
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How Justin Smith’s absence hurts Aldon Smith
Losing Justin Smith hurts the 49ers defense in two big ways. No.1: Against the run. Justin Smith is the best run-stopping 3-4 defensive end in the NFC. He ties up blockers so Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman can run free … Continue reading
Brent Jones: “This team will not win the Super Bowl unless the defense carries them.”
Brent Jones spoke on KNBR Monday afternoon. Here’s what he said. Q: On a 1-to-10 scale, how much of an alarm meter would you ring on Sunday night? BRENT JONES: I think it’s a 10. The thing that scares me … Continue reading
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Tagged Ahmad Brooks, Aldon Smith, Brent Jones, Carlos Rogers, Colin Kaepernick, Dashon Goldson, Delanie Walker, Donte Whitner, Frank Gore, Geep Chryst, Greg Roman, John Morton, Justin Smith, Michael Crabtree, Patrick Willis, Tommy Rathman, Vernon Davis, Vic Fangio
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49ers Week 16 grades: Defense and special teams
SEATTLE, Wa. – The Seahawks crushed the 49ers 42-13 Sunday night. Here are the grades for the defense and special teams. Defensive line: F. They couldn’t stop the run or tackle the quarterback. The Seahawks ran right down the 49ers’ … Continue reading
49ers and Seahawks injury reports
Here are the 49ers and Seahawks injury reports, courtesy of the 49ers. 49ers Questionable: LB Tavares Gooden (ribs), LB Clark Haggans (shoulder), WR Mario Manningham (shoulder), DT Justin Smith (elbow), DT Will Tukuafu (concussion) Probable: K David Akers (pelvis), G Alex Boone … Continue reading
Why the 49ers will beat the Seahawks
Let me start by listing everything that’s working against the 49ers this week. They are trying to win their third game in a row. They haven’t won three games in a row this season. Seattle’s crowd and home field advantage … Continue reading
49ers Week 15 grades: Defense and special teams
FOXBORO, Ma. – The 49ers beat the Patriots 41-34 and clinched a playoff berth. Here are the grades for the 49ers’ defense and special teams. Defensive line: B. Justin Smith did not play particularly well, and then he left the … Continue reading
Harbaugh: “Whoever is open, that’s who the QB is instructed to get the ball to and that varies from week to week.”
SANTA CLARA – This is the transcript of Jim Harbaugh’s Friday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers. Have you guys made a decision on the roster spot yet? “Yeah, we have made a decision. Well, no it’s not a … Continue reading
Aldon Smith on the Patriots offense: “We can stop them.”
SANTA CLARA – Aldon Smith will face Patriots’ left tackle Nate Solder on Sunday. The two players faced each other once in college, and Smith beat Solder for four sacks. Here’s what Smith said in the locker room Thursday afternoon … Continue reading
Cosell: “Did you know the Patriots run the ball more than the 49ers?”
Greg Cosell spoke on KNBR Thursday morning. Here’s what he said about the 49ers. Q: What stood out to you in the 49ers win over the Dolphins? COSELL: The 49ers ran 17 snaps in the pistol formation. 31 percent of … Continue reading
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