Tag Archives: Delanie Walker

LaMichael James talks

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Second-round pick LaMichael James missed seven weeks of the Niners offseason program because he was still in school. He’s working out at the team’s facility this week, and he spoke to reporters today about how he’s gotten … Continue reading →

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Harbaugh takes stock after the Niners minicamp

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Jim Harbaugh spoke to reporters after Thursday’s practice. He was thrilled with how his team performed in this minicamp, and he detailed what he liked so much. Here’s the transcript of his interview, courtesy of the 49ers. … Continue reading →

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Minicamp notes: Kaepernick’s big day

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Yesterday Alex Smith was the star. Today it was Colin Kaepernick. The Niners backup quarterback threw three touchdowns and only a few incompletions all practice. His best pass was a 20-yard line drive to Kyle Williams in … Continue reading →

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The 49ers top-five offensive play calls last season

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Although the 49ers offensive play calling needs to improve next season, Jim Harbaugh and Greg Roman called their fair share of good plays last season. Here were their top-five. Frank Gore’s 46-yard run at Detroit in Week 6 thanks to … Continue reading →

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Grading the 49ers: Red zone offense

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Before: Alex Smith, Vernon Davis, Michael Crabtree, Delanie Walker, Kyle Williams and Frank Gore. Grade: F Why: Vernon Davis is a monster red zone target, but he got double covered constantly last season. Offensive coordinator Greg Roman wanted to establish his … Continue reading →

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Grading the 49ers: Third down offense

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Before:  Vernon Davis, Michael Crabtree, Delanie Walker, Kyle Williams and Kendall Hunter. Grade: F Why: Double-cover Davis and the Niners were dead on third down. Crabtree was rarely open enough for Alex Smith’s taste, Kendall Hunter didn’t have reliable hands … Continue reading →

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Grading the 49ers: Pass catchers

Posted on April 29, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Now that the draft is over, I’m going to grade each area of the Niners offense, starting with the pass catchers. Before: Vernon Davis, Michael Crabtree, Delanie Walker, Kyle Williams, Ted Ginn Jr., Brett Swain and Joe Hastings. Grade: C- … Continue reading →

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Grant’s Final Mock Draft

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Grant Cohn

This is exactly how the draft will play out. 1. Indianapolis Colts – Andrew Luck, QB, Stanford. 2. Washington Redskins – Robert Griffin III, QB, Baylor. 3. Minnesota Vikings – Morris Claiborne, CB, LSU. The Vikings think they’re drafting the … Continue reading →

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How the draft will play out for the 49ers

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Here’s how the 49ers 2012 draft will play out. 1. They’re going to draft the best player available in the first round, and he will be Stanford TE Coby Fleener. He will instantly improve the Niners’ biggest weakness – their … Continue reading →

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The top-five best and worst moments of the 49ers 2011-2012 season

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Here’s my list of the top five and bottom five 49er moments from the 2011-2012 season. The Best Moments 5. Justin Smith’s forced fumble v. Jeremy Maclin in Philadelphia to beat the Eagles in Week 4. The Niners’ record was … Continue reading →

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How the Niners offense can improve on third down and in red zone

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Grant Cohn

This is a blog about Stanford tight end Coby Fleener, but first, some context. According to Matt Maiocco, Dashon Goldson is the Niners’ top candidate for the franchise tag. Franchising Goldson would cost the Niners $6.2 million in 2012, while … Continue reading →

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Cosell clarifies

Posted on January 26, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Greg Cosell expanded on his NFC championship commentary Thursday morning on KNBR’s The Murph and Mac Show. Here’s what he said. Q: For everyone who didn’t read your blog, tell us your evaluation of the game. COSELL: “Let me just … Continue reading →

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East Coast vs. West Coast: The Battle of the Wide Receivers

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The Santa Rosa Press Democrat’s sports section is doing a special playoff package every day this week, and for Wednesday we’re focusing on the Giants and 49ers wide receivers. The great Phil Barber was assigned to write on the Giants … Continue reading →

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