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49ers’ mini-camp: Day 3 – Kaepernick’s best practice of the offseason

SANTA CLARA – Here is what stood out to me at Day 3 of the 49ers’ mini-camp. If you have questions about anything else that happened at practice, ask me in the comment section. THE GOOD 1. Colin Kaepernick – … Continue reading

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Jenkins a sight not to be seen

Here is my Wednesday column on A.J. Jenkins. SANTA CLARA – Apparently, A.J. Jenkins is two different people. When there are no fans or media watching him, when Jenkins is all alone with his teammates and his coaches, the former … Continue reading

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Trent Baalke’s pre-draft press conference transcript

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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Greg Cosell breaks down the 49ers trades for Nnamdi Asomugha and Colt McCoy

Murph and Mac interviewed Greg Cosell about Nnamdi Asomugha and Colt McCoy Wednesday morning on KNBR. Here’s what Cosell said Q: The 49ers just signed Nnamdi Asomugha. Can you evaluate him as a Raider, and then what did the film … Continue reading

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Michael Crabtree on Colin Kaepernick: “I think he trusted me more” than Alex Smith

Michael Crabtree was interviewed on NFL Total Access Tuesday. Here’s a transcript, courtesy of NFL Network. On why he clicked so well with quarterback Colin Kaepernick: “I think he trusted me more. Playing wide receiver, you need a quarterback who … Continue reading

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Trent Baalke’s mid-offseason progress report

In my humble opinion, you’re doing pretty well so far this offseason, Trent. I’m not going to give you a final grade today. That wouldn’t be fair. You still have the draft in a few weeks, and that’s when you … Continue reading

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Cosell breaks down the QB prospects in the draft

Greg Cosell recently broke down the draft’s quarterback prospects on Yahoo’s Shutdown Corner podcast. Here’s his breakdown. Q: What do you think of Geno Smith? COSELL: There is no question he has an NFL arm. He’s an NFL talent. Now, … Continue reading

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Colin Kaepernick on Alex Smith: “He was always in my ear, making sure I was seeing the defense.”

The NFL Network interviewed Colin Kaepernick Thursday afternoon. He was asked about Alex Smith, who will be traded to the Kansas City Chiefs when the new league years starts March 12. To read what Kaepernick said about Smith, click here. … Continue reading

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How Alex Smith will do on the Chiefs

A few days ago I explained why this Alex Smith trade to the Chiefs made the most sense. I’m glad Andy Reid read my blog. I don’t think it will be a problem for Alex Smith to pick up Reid’s … Continue reading

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Report: 49ers trade Alex Smith to Chiefs for second round pick

According to Jay Glazer, the 49ers have traded Alex Smith to the Kansas City Chiefs, and according to Adam Schefter, the Niners will receive more than one draft pick in return. NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport believes the Chiefs will trade the … Continue reading

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