Tag Archives: Michael Crabtree

Greg Roman’s play calling tendencies: First play of the game

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Greg Roman started the 49ers’ last two games, the playoff games against the Packers and the Falcons, with the same play – a quick pass to Michael Crabtree at the line of scrimmage. Roman called that play to start the … Continue reading →

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49ers rediscover Vernon Davis

Posted on January 21, 2013 by Grant Cohn

This is the opening to my Monday sidebar on Vernon Davis. ATLANTA — The Falcons wanted to stop Colin Kaepernick from running, and they accomplished that. Kaepernick rushed just two times for 21 yards. The Falcons wanted to stop Michael … Continue reading →

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49ers NFC Championship grades: Offense

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Grant Cohn

ATLANTA – The 49ers beat the Falcons 28-24. The 49ers are going to the Super Bowl. Here are the grades for the 49ers’ offense. Offensive line: A. Mike Iupati gave up a sack and was flagged for a holding penalty, … Continue reading →

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Report: Crabtree investigated for sexual assault

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Grant Cohn

According to KTVU Bay Area Channel 2, who cites an unnamed source in the San Francisco Police Department, Michael Crabtree is being investigated for an alleged sexual assault. The San Francisco Chronicle reports the alleged assault took place the morning … Continue reading →

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Falcons-49ers matchups: Part II – Crabtree v. Atlanta’s secondary

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Falcons Sunday at the Georgia Dome. In the meantime, I’ll break down the key matchups. The Falcons’ secondary v. Michael Crabtree The Falcons play good team defense. They ranked fourth in points allowed (19.2 per game), … Continue reading →

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Cosell: “Crabtree has become a big-time NFL receiver.”

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Greg Cosell spoke on KNBR Thursday morning. Here’s what he said about the 49ers and the Falcons. Q: Was Kaepernick’s record-breaking performance aided by an awful Packers defense? COSELL: I think that’s fair. I think the numbers reflect that. He … Continue reading →

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Kaepernick: “I watched Vince Young, Michael Vick, McNabb, the old clips of Cunningham.”

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – This is the transcript of Colin Kaepernick’s Wednesday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers.   [Head coach Jim] Harbaugh mentioned last week that you were really picking up the game plan, a savant-like game he said. Did … Continue reading →

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Delanie Walker: “We’ve got G-Ro and they’ve got Mike Nolan. It’s going to be a battle.”

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Delanie Walker spoke at his locker Wednesday afternoon. This is what he said. Q: Is it going to be important to establish you and Vernon in the passing game against the Falcons? WALKER: Most definitely. Crab’s been … Continue reading →

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How will Mike Nolan game plan against the 49ers offense?

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Grant Cohn

On KNBR Tuesday afternoon, Trent Dilfer said Mike Nolan likes to take away an offense’s fast ball. What do you think Nolan will consider the 49ers’ fast ball? Do you think he’ll double team Vernon Davis or Michael Crabtree? Do … Continue reading →

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Harbaugh on the Falcons: “They’re solid in every regard.”

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – This is the transcript of Jim Harbaugh’s Monday press conference, courtesy of the 49ers.   How did DT Justin Smith make it through the game? “Good. Played well. Came out of the game as clean as possible.” … Continue reading →

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49ers divisional playoff grades: Offense

Posted on January 13, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SAN FRANCISCO – The 49ers massacred the Packers 45-31 on Saturday night. Here is the grade for the 49ers offense. Offensive line: A. Joe Staley gave up the one and only sack. He injured his arm in the game and … Continue reading →

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Michael Crabtree has arrived

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Grant Cohn

This is the opening for my Sunday sidebar on Michael Crabtree. SAN FRANCISCO — This used to be Frank Gore’s offense. He’s still good — he rushed 22 times for 119 yards and a touchdown against the Green Bay Packers … Continue reading →

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Harbaugh on Justin Smith: “God willing and the creek don’t rise, he’s going to play.”

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Jim Harbaugh spoke in the media tent Wednesday afternoon. Here’s a transcript of his press conference, courtesy of the 49ers.   Have you made a decision on your kicker yet? “No. Not one that we’ll have made … Continue reading →

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