Tag Archives: Bruce Irvin

Staley on the Seahawks: “Their defensive front is the fastest in the NFL, especially those two guys on the edge.”

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Joe Staley spoke at his locker Friday afternoon. Here’s what he said. Q: The Seahawks have the third ranked defense in the league. What makes them so good? STALEY: Very, very fast. Their defensive front is the … Continue reading →

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Why the 49ers will beat the Seahawks

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Grant Cohn

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 →

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Seahawks-49ers matchups: Part II – Bruce Irvin vs. Anthony Davis

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Seahawks Sunday night in Seattle. In the meantime, I’ll break down the key matchups. To read part 1, click here. DE Bruce Irvin vs. OT Anthony Davis The Seahawks’ nickel rush, especially Irvin, will be tough … Continue reading →

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How 49ers can slow down Seahawks pass rush

Posted on October 17, 2012 by Grant Cohn

On Sunday, the New York Giants defense sacked Alex Smith and  Colin Kaepernick 6 times, hit them 3 times and hurried them 18 times according to Pro Football Focus. On Thursday Night, the 49ers have to face an even better … Continue reading →

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Roman on the Seahawks defense: “They play a lot of man coverage outside.”

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA — Here’s what Greg Roman said about the Seattle Seahawks defense at his Tuesday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers.   Opening Statement: “Good afternoon. We’re back in the division. The Seattle Seahawks defense, I think, they’re ranked … Continue reading →

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49ers-Seahawks matchups: Part 1 – Anthony Davis vs. Bruce Irvin

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Seahawks at Candlestick on Thursday night. In the meantime, I’ll break down a few key matchups every day. Right tackle Anthony Davis (6-5, 323 pounds) vs. Left defensive end Bruce Irvin (6-3, 248 pounds) Before the … Continue reading →

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Preview: How the Niners match up against the Seahawks

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Yesterday we broke down how the Niners match up with the Green Bay Packers. Today, let’s check out how they match up with their main NFC West rivals – the Seattle Seahawks. 49ERS DEFENSE VS. SEAHAWKS OFFENSE: Seattle signed Aaron … Continue reading →

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