Tag Archives: Braylon Edwards

Can Alex Smith throw deep?

Posted on November 16, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Here’s a serious question: What can’t Alex Smith do? People used to say he couldn’t do a lot of things, like throw accurately or read defenses or win games. Now, all of a sudden, he’s better at … Continue reading →

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Braylon Edwards sizes up the 49ers future

Posted on November 6, 2011 by Grant Cohn

LANDOVER, Md. — Before I post my grades, here is an all-time great postgame transcript from Braylon Edwards. He was the last player in the locker room and he lingered with a few reporters to explain why this 49ers team … Continue reading →

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Friday’s injury report

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Grant Cohn

Here’s what Friday’s injury report looks like: 49ers: Doubtful: CB Tramaine Brock (hand), RB Moran Norris (fibula). Questionable: WR Braylon Edwards (knee). Probable: WR Michael Crabtree (foot), CB Chris Culliver (shoulder), C Jonathan Goodwin (concussion), LB Parys Haralson (hamstring), G … Continue reading →

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Roman: “We’re still breaking into whatever percentile it is of what we do.”

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Here is the transcript of Greg Roman’s press conference from this afternoon, courtesy of the 49ers. Opening Statement: “We’re right into getting ready for our Thursday practice. Had a great walk-through, had a good, vibrant practice yesterday. … Continue reading →

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Braylon Edwards discusses his game-readiness

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Braylon Edwards was supposed to talk to reporters in the Niners locker room this afternoon, but he didn’t. Instead, he spoke after practice. As he slowly walked off the field around 4:15, Jim Harbaugh and the Niners … Continue reading →

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Wednesday’s injury report

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA — Here’s what Wednesday’s injury report looks like. 49ers: Did Not Participate in Practice: RB Moran Norris (fibula). Limited Participation in Practice: CB Tramaine Brock (hand), WR Michael Crabtree (foot), CB Chris Culliver (shoulder), WR Braylon Edwards (knee), … Continue reading →

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Alex Smith on the Browns D: “They don’t necessarily throw a ton at you scheme-wise.”

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Here’s the transcript of Alex Smith’s Wednesday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers. Alex, getting [WR] Braylon [Edwards] back at practice, do you think you guys can pretty much pick up where you left off with him … Continue reading →

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Harbaugh losing confidence Edwards will play this Sunday

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA — Jim Harbaugh just said in his Wednesday afternoon press conference that he’s “not as optimistic or confident” as he was the other day when he said he expected Braylon Edwards to play this Sunday against the Cleveland … Continue reading →

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Whitner on Harbaugh: “If he continues to win you’ll see more and more of his personality, trust me.”

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Here’s the transcript of today’s Q&A with Donte Whitner from the Niners locker room. Q: Was your coach a hot topic amongst your friends and family when you went home this weekend? WHITNER: Yeah, it’s still a … Continue reading →

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Braylon Edwards: “This offense will be explosive. I do believe that.”

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Braylon Edwards went into detail today about the extra work he’s doing with Alex Smith after practices and his high expectations of the offense in the regular season. At the end, he addressed his possible suspension for … Continue reading →

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Braylon Edwards, reserve quarterback

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – For the first time all week, all the 49ers were on the field for the half hour the media was allowed observe them. They wore shorts ‘n shells, and the only players who weren’t practicing were Chilo … Continue reading →

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Beating the blitz

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SAN FRANCISCO – Blitz-pickup was the theme of the day for the 49ers 13th practice of training camp. But Harbaugh didn’t spend his personal teaching time at the beginning of practice on the offensive line. Instead, he corralled Alex Smith, … Continue reading →

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Braylon Edwards on acclimating

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – As Dashon Goldson answered reporters’ questions, Braylon Edwards sat patiently next to the interview, waiting for his turn. When he got the chance, he was eager to talk. Here’s the complete transcript of what he said. He … Continue reading →

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