Linebacker Takeo Spikes is beginning to lobby for his return next season to the 49ers. And he has the team’s only Pro Bowl player firmly on his side.
Martz contributed greatly to Singletary’s success
The 49ers finished 7-9 – their sixth consecutive losing season with their sixth offensive coordinator in six seasons. Coincidence? Hmmmm.
Remove that ‘interim’ tag from Singletary’s title
It’s official. Mike Singletary has signed a four-year contract to remain as 49ers head coach for 2009.
Bloggin’ live from the 49ers-Redskins season finale
Greetings from beautiful, ahem, Candlestick Park, site of today’s 49ers season finale against the Redskins.
Jed York named team president
Jed York has been named team president. He was on the field before the game. He said it’s a formalization of his role with the club.
Actions suggest 49ers’ focus not entirely on season finale
Oh, by the way, there is a football game tomorrow.
Gore’s quest for 1,000 won’t factor into Singletary’s decision
Running back Frank Gore went through a limited practice and is listed as probable for Sunday’s game against the Redskins. Gore looked good today while running and making cuts.
Singletary’s strength? Definitely on third downs
The burden of proof was on Mike Singletary when he took the interim position on Oct. 20. Many in the organization felt the 49ers had to hire an offensive-minded head coach at the end of the season, so the club would not run the risk of repeating one of the big problems from the Mike Nolan era.
Report: Singletary will fire Martz as coordinator
Mike Singletary told his players to take one hour out of their days today to focus on football. I’m not one of Singletary’s players, but since it looks as if Singletary is going to be around for a while, I figured I’d better follow his directive.
Singletary: I’m getting better at it
The 49ers might have a revolt on their hands if Mike Singletary is not named head coach shortly after the season. All signs are pointing that way.
This season shows 49ers are not that far from playoffs
The Dolphins were the worst team in the league last season. Now, they’re one game away from winning the AFC East. The Falcons were horrendous, too. They’ve already clinched a playoff spot. So, my question to you: Are the 49ers really that far from being a legitimate playoff team?
‘Mustache Monday’ a big hit in 49ers’ locker room
I’m going to make this quick, as I haven’t been home since landing back in the Bay Area:
Singletary changed mind about benching Hill
Coach Mike Singletary said he wanted to choke his quarterback. Instead, he decided to bench him.
Bloggin’ live from the 49ers-Rams game
It’s really, really cold here in St. Louis. Thank goodness, they play football in a dome.
How QB change has affected 49ers pass-catchers
It’s been only six weeks since I did the whole 49ers-Rams matchup exercise. You can refer back to what I did then and it pretty much remains the same.
Foster expected to make second straight start
The 49ers continue to call it a game-time decision, but running back Frank Gore has gone two full weeks without practicing due to a left ankle sprain.
How the 49ers have changed since Singletary took over
There is a different aura surrounding the 49ers since Mike Singletary took over as coach, but it’s very difficult to quantify exactly what has happened.
End of an era: Starkey retires after 20 years as 49ers’ voice
The 49ers have not always played an exciting brand of football in the past few seasons. One of my neighbors, Tripper, told me last year that he did not always make a big effort to get in front of the TV to watch the games. He found he had a lot more fun listening to Joe Starkey’s descriptions on the radio.
Will Alex Smith return? Here are the key variables
A lot has happened since 49ers GM Scot McCloughan said during training camp that quarterback Alex Smith would not be back with the team in 2009 if he did not head into the offseason as the proven starter.
Alex Smith ‘absolutely’ open-minded about return in ’09
Quarterback Alex Smith said he is open-minded about returning to the 49ers next season, realizing full well that he would have to accept a dramatic paycut.