Tag Archives: Percy Harvin

49ers’ 2013 draft philosophy, according to Harbaugh: “Big guys that play very physical.”

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers did not draft a cornerback to match the Seahawks’ and Rams’ signature offseason additions – Percy Harvin and Tavon Austin, respectively. Why? It is possible Jim Harbaugh explained why on the NFL Network during the draft. Stanford head … Continue reading →

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Trent Baalke’s mid-offseason progress report

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Grant Cohn

In my humble opinion, you’re doing pretty well so far this offseason, Trent. I’m not going to give you a final grade today. That wouldn’t be fair. You still have the draft in a few weeks, and that’s when you … Continue reading →

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How the Vikings used Percy Harvin against the 49ers

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers will face Percy Harvin at least two times next season. Can they match up with him? They couldn’t last season when he was on the Vikings. Harvin caught nine passes for 89 yards and he ran once for … Continue reading →

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Cosell breaks down the best WRs in the draft

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Greg Cosell broke down the draft’s top wide receivers Friday on Yahoo’s Shutdown Corner Podcast. Here is Cosell’s breakdown. On Tennessee’s Cordarrelle Patteson COSELL: I think Patterson will be drafted solely because of his size and because of his dynamic … Continue reading →

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49ers vs. Seahawks: Which team is better right now?

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Many of my readers have been comparing and contrasting the 49ers and Seahawks this week, so I thought it would be interesting to break down the two clubs by offensive, defensive and special teams units. In other words, at this … Continue reading →

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Seahawks trade for Harvin, NFC West gets way tougher

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The value of a cover corner just went up in the NFC west. The Seahawks have traded their first round pick and other picks to the Vikings for WR Percy Harvin, one of the most explosive players in the NFL. … Continue reading →

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Jason Cole says the 49ers should sign Greg Jennings

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Grant Cohn

Yahoo NFL insider Jason Cole spoke on 95.7 The Game this week about the 49ers’ need for a No.2 wide receiver. Here’s what Cole said. Q: Is Percy Harvin a good fit for the 49ers? COLE: “Sure, if you like … Continue reading →

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Packers-49ers matchups: Part I – Cobb vs. Rogers and Cox

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Packers Saturday at the Stick. In the meantime, I’ll break down the key matchups. WR Randall Cobb vs. CB Carlos Rogers and CB Perrish Cox The 49ers have struggled to cover the best slot receivers all … Continue reading →

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Fangio on preparing for the Tebow Offense, and more

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Vic Fangio’s Thursday press conference transcript from Youngstown Ohio, courtesy of the 49ers.   With Vikings QB Christian Ponder’s feet and WR Percy Harvin’s speed, was the game plan good and was it just the execution that was lacking in … Continue reading →

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Greg Cosell on Alex Smith: “He’s not quite ready to start just tossing it around unless they orchestrate it for him.”

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Grant Cohn

Here’s what Greg Cosell said on The Murph and Mac Show Thursday about the 49ers’ loss to the Vikings on Sunday. Q: How were the Vikings able to put together three 80-plus-yards drives against the 49ers? COSELL: It was a … Continue reading →

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Jets-49ers matchups: Part II

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Grant Cohn

The 49ers play the Jets Sunday at the Meadowlands. In the meantime, I’ll break down one key matchup per day. Wide receivers Santonio Holmes (5-11, 192  pounds) and Jeremy Kerley (5-9, 188 pounds) vs. the 49ers defensive backs. The 49ers … Continue reading →

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