Tag Archives: Mario Manningham

The problem with LaMichael James and A.J. Jenkins

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Grant Cohn

When the 49ers drafted A.J. Jenkins in the first round and LaMichael James in the second round, all we heard was how the 49ers didn’t need those guys this season. The 49ers are so deep and talented, those two high … Continue reading →

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49ers Week 13 grades: Offense

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SAN FRANCISCO – The 49ers lost to the Rams 16-13. Here are the grades for the 49ers offense. Offensive line: D. They were dominated by the Rams defensive line all game. They gave up constant pressure when Kaepernick dropped back, … Continue reading →

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49ers Week 12 grades: Offense

Posted on November 25, 2012 by Grant Cohn

NEW ORLEANS – The 49ers just beat the Saints 31-21. Here are the grades for the 49ers offense. Offensive line: B-. These guys gave up pressure all game, but did not surrender a single sack because Kaepernick escaped every time. … Continue reading →

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Prediction: 49ers win high-scoring game

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers will beat the Saints 41-27 on Sunday. Colin Kaepernick will play even better than he did against the Bears. The loud Super Dome will not faze him. He will torch the Saints terrible defense with his arm and … Continue reading →

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Saints-49ers matchups: Part II – Patrick Robinson vs. Mario Manningham

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Saints Sunday at the Superdome. In the meantime, I’ll break down five key matchups. CB Patrick Robinson vs. WR Mario Manningham Michael Crabtree was Alex Smith’s favorite target, but Colin Kaepernick likes to throw the ball … Continue reading →

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49ers Week 11 grades: Offense

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SAN FRANCISCO – The 49ers destroyed the Chicago Bears 32-7 Monday night. Here are the grades for the 49ers offense. Offensive line: A. They opened holes and gave Kaepernick plenty of time to throw in the pocket. They only gave … Continue reading →

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49ers Week 10 grades: Offense

Posted on November 11, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SAN FRANCISCO — The 49ers tied the Rams 24-24. Here are the grades for the 49ers offense. Offensive line: B. They gave up five sacks, but not all were their fault. In fact, four of the sacks were due to … Continue reading →

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Rams-49ers matchups: Part III – Jenkins vs. Manningham

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the St. Louis Rams Sunday at Candlestick Park. In the meantime, I’ll break down a couple of key matchups every day. CB Janoris Jenkins (5-10, 193 pounds) vs. WR Mario Manningham (6-0, 181) Jenkins has been getting … Continue reading →

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Why is Roman so motivated to feature Crabtree?

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Grant Cohn

What do you think Greg Roman’s motivation is for featuring Michael Crabtree over Vernon Davis and Mario Manningham in the 49ers pass game? Is it: Roman believes Crabtree is the best receiver on the team and one of the best … Continue reading →

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Rams-49ers matchups: Part II – Finnegan vs. Crabtree

Posted on November 8, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the St. Louis Rams Sunday at Candlestick Park. In the meantime, I’ll break down a couple of key matchups every day. CB Cortland Finnegan (5-10, 188 pounds) vs. WR Michael Crabtree (6-1, 214 pounds) Finnegan is the … Continue reading →

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How to beat the 49ers

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Now that we’re halfway through the season, there’s a book on how to beat the 49ers. We know it, the 49ers know it – it’s their job to know it — and the rest of the NFL knows it. Let’s … Continue reading →

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Midterm report card: Mario Manningham

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers don’t list Mario Manningham as a starter, but he is definitely the No.2 wide receiver behind Michael Crabtree. At times, Manningham has seemed like the best receiver on the team. He’s short and skinny, but he can get … Continue reading →

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49ers Week 8 grades: Offense

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Here are the grades for the 49ers offense from their 24-3 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Quarterbacks: A. Alex Smith played one of the best games of his life. He only attempted 19 passes, but he completed 18 of them, … Continue reading →

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