Tag Archives: Anthony Davis

Seahawks-49ers unmatched as rivalry

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Here is my Tuesday column on the Seahawks-49ers rivalry. The 49ers and the Seahawks have the best rivalry in sports right now, and it isn’t even close. Here are the top five reasons why: 1. They are two of the … Continue reading →

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49ers sign RT Anthony Davis to five-year extension

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers just announced they’ve signed 23-year old right tackle Anthony Davis to a five-year extension. The deal is reportedly worth $37.3 million with $17 million guaranteed. Here’s what general manager Trent Baalke said about the extension in a written … Continue reading →

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49ers Super Bowl XLVII grades: Offense

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers lost the Super Bowl 34-31 on Sunday. Here are the grades for the offense. Offensive line: A-. This group struggled in the first half when Haloti Ngata was healthy. They couldn’t open up any holes for Frank Gore, … Continue reading →

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Dilfer on the Pistol: ‘There’s no answer for it.’

Posted on February 2, 2013 by philbarber

Is the Pistol offense here to stay in the NFL? It has been one of the most popular big-picture questions all week in New Orleans. Two days ago, ESPN analyst Trent Dilfer got a chance to weigh in on the topic, and he was vehement. 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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Grant picks Ravens

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Grant Cohn

I’ve watched the 49ers up close since training camp 2011. I know how dominant they can be. When they’re at their best, they can blow out any team in the NFL. But I don’t think they’re at their best right … Continue reading →

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49ers divisional playoff grades: Offense

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SAN FRANCISCO – The 49ers massacred the Packers 45-31 on Saturday night. Here is the grade for the 49ers offense. Offensive line: A. Joe Staley gave up the one and only sack. He injured his arm in the game and … Continue reading →

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LaMichael James heaps praise on the 49ers offensive line and Chip Kelly

Posted on January 4, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – LaMichael James spoke at his locker Friday afternoon about the 49ers offensive line and his college coach, Chip Kelly. Here’s what James said. Q: What’s it like running behind the 49ers’ offensive line. JAMES: A lot of … Continue reading →

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Why the 49ers-Cardinals game matters

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Grant Cohn

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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49ers Week 16 grades: Offense

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SEATTLE, Wa. – The Seahawks crushed the 49ers 42-13 Sunday night. Here are the grades for the offense. Offensive line: F. Even though this group only gave up one sack, they gave up pressure the whole game. Kaepernick was running … Continue reading →

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