Tag Archives: Clay Matthews

Roman on the Packers D: “They’re a good defense. How they got to that point doesn’t interest us.”

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Greg Roman spoke in the media tent Tuesday afternoon. Here’s what he said about the Packers defense, courtesy of the 49ers.   Opening statement: “Good afternoon, really proud of our players for winning the NFC West again. … Continue reading →

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Staley: “I do not think of Clay Matthews when I look in the mirror.”

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – The last time Joe Staley faced Clay Matthews, Staley gave up three sacks and got his nose broken. Staley will face Matthews again Saturday night. Staley spoke about Matthews Monday in the 49ers media tent, and here’s … Continue reading →

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49ers-Giants matchups: Part VI – Staley vs. Pierre-Paul and Umenyiora

Posted on October 11, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Giants on Sunday at Candlestick. In the meantime, I’ll break down a couple of key matchups per day. LT Joe Staley vs. DE Jason Pierre-Paul and DE Osi Umenyiora Staley did not play well against the … Continue reading →

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Lions-49ers matchups: Part II

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Detroit Lions Sunday night at Candlestick Park. In the meantime, I’ll break down one key matchup per day. Alex Smith vs. the Lions’ secondary: CB Drayton Florence, CB Chris Houston, CB Jacob Lacey and FS John … Continue reading →

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Roman philosophizes about the read option, and more

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Here’s the transcript of Greg Roman’s Thursday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers. Opening Statement: “Good afternoon. We had a really good training camp. Thought our guys were dialed in every day. I think we got accomplished … Continue reading →

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Packers-49ers matchups: Part III

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Green Bay Packers in three days. In the meantime, I’ll break down a few key matchups a day. ROLB Aldon Smith: 6-4, 258 pounds, 22 years old, 35 3/8-inch arms. vs. LT Marshall Newhouse: 6-4, 319 … Continue reading →

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Preview: How the Niners match up against the Packers

Posted on May 23, 2012 by Grant Cohn

As we examine the details of team building this offseason, let’s also look at the big picture, just for fun. How do the Niners match up against the Green Bay Packers, their first opponent next season? NINERS DEFENSE VS. PACKERS … Continue reading →

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