Tag Archives: Mike Iupati

How the 49ers built a championship roster

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Grant Cohn

This is my Saturday article on the gradual construction of the 49ers’ roster. By GRANT COHN After the 2004 season, the 49ers were the worst team in football. They had practically no talent, they had won two games, and they … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 24 Comments

Warren Sapp says the 49ers and Ravens defenses are opposites, Ngata is unimpressive and Iupati is top-heavy

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Warren Sapp spoke on KNBR Thursday afternoon. Here is his breakdown of the 49ers and Ravens defenses, as well as his scouting report of the 49ers’ offensive line and the Ravens’ defensive line. Q: What do you think of the … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 39 Comments

Haloti Ngata vs. the 49ers’ offensive line

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Ravens Sunday at the Super Dome in Super Bowl XLVII. In the meantime, I’ll break down the key matchups. DT Haloti Ngata vs. The 49ers’ offensive line As good as Justin Smith is, Haloti Ngata might … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , | 17 Comments

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 →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 18 Comments

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 →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 12 Comments

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 →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 34 Comments

Why the Packers are a lucky draw for the 49ers

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers are lucky they get to play the Packers on Saturday night and not the Seahawks or the Redskins. Why? Let me list the reasons. 1. The Seahawks and the Redskins have two of the best running backs in … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 325 Comments

Laurinaitis says 49ers run game is like Tecmo Super Bowl

Posted on November 7, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – St. Louis Rams inside linebacker James Laurinaitis spoke to Bay Area reporters on a conference call Wednesday afternoon. Here’s what he said about the 49ers offense. Q: You say your defense needs to force more turnovers. Is … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , | 8 Comments

Jacobs on Iupati: “Monster. Mon-ster.”

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA – Here’s what Brandon Jacobs said Tuesday about the 49ers offensive line. Q: What do you see from the offensive line? JACOBS: It’s a young group, physical group, fast group. They’re doing one hell of a job. They’re … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , | 3 Comments

Which 49ers made Pro Football Weekly’s midseason All-Pro team?

Posted on November 6, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Pro Football Weekly just announced their midseason All-Pro team. Considering how good the 49ers defense is, you’d expect a few those players to make it. They didn’t. Surprisingly, two players on the offense made the team – Mike Iupati and … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 35 Comments

Midterm report card: Anthony Davis

Posted on November 4, 2012 by Grant Cohn

In the past, Anthony Davis needed help from tight end Vernon Davis in pass protection. This season, Anthony Davis is the best pass blocking offensive lineman on the 49ers. Now it’s Joe Staley who’s getting occasional blocking help from Vernon. … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , , , | 35 Comments

49ers midseason awards: Best offensive player – Mike Iupati

Posted on October 31, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers are halfway through their season. Today, I’ll give midseason awards for the best offensive and defensive players. Best offensive player: LG Mike Iupati. Iupati arguably is the best guard in the NFL. He’s definitely the best offensive linemen … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged | 16 Comments

Roman on Iupati: “He’s playing extremely fast and he’s dominating people.”

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Grant Cohn

SANTA CLARA — Here’s what Greg Roman said at his Friday press conference about Mike Iupati. ROMAN: “I’ll tell you who really had the best game since I’ve been here, is Mike Iupati. He had an incredible week of preparation. … Continue reading →

Posted in Inside the 49ers | Tagged , | Comments Off