Tag Archives: Mark Sanchez

Prediction: The 49ers will defeat the Jets, analysis to the first decimal

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers will beat the New York Jets 23-13 on Sunday. Here’s how it will happen: The Jets will get the ball first. Either they’ll win the toss and choose to receive the kickoff or the 49ers will win the … Continue reading →

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Alex Smith’s problems on third down

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Take this for what it’s worth – Alex Smith has always been bad on third down. Before I explain, let me define my terms. “Average” on third down would be a 38 percent conversion success rate and five conversions per … Continue reading →

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Alex Smith and 49ers at stalemate

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Look, I’m on the outside, but I can’t help but notice that Mark Sanchez just got a five-year contract extension from the Jets, $24 million guaranteed. Alex Smith is a better quarterback than Sanchez. It would be embarrassing for Smith … Continue reading →

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Why Plaxico rejected 49ers

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Grant Cohn

In Matt Maiocco’s latest article he argues there are two main reasons the 49ers can’t sign an impact wide receiver like Plaxico Burress: No recent winning tradition. No proven quarterback. I agree with Matt, but here’s my question for you. … Continue reading →

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