San Francisco 49ers

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After a dismal 5-11 season last year, San Francisco hopes to bounce back with the help of offensive coordinator Mike Martz. FOXSports.com has your preview of the 2008 49ers.

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By mbarrows@sacbee.com (Matthew Barrows) It was a virtuoso performance by 49ers defensive coordinator Greg Manusky, one recognized by observers around the league. His former colleague, Mike Martz, said on the NFL Network that the 49ers' defensive front took Manning "to the woodshed. They really did a great job."

By mbarrows@sacbee.com (Matthew Barrows) The 49ers' previous offensive coordinator, Mike Martz, was ambitious to the point of being reckless. Raye is the opposite. He is careful to the point of being fearful. When Raye speaks, he always seems to note the perils he sees looming down the road. His glass is half-empty.

By mbarrows@sacbee.com (Matthew Barrows) After offensive-minded coaches - Dick Vermeil, Martz and Scott Linehan - ran the operation for nine years, St. Louis hired a former defensive coordinator, Steve Spagnuolo, to resurrect the franchise in the offseason. Spagnuolo was an Eagles defensive assistant under defensive coordi...

By Brian McIntyre(noreply@blogger.com) NFC New York Jets running back and team MVP Thomas Jones ripped Brett Favre on the radio on Tuesday. San Francisco 49ers head coach Mike Singletary cites philosophical differences as the reason offensive coordinator Mike Martz was dismissed.

By Adam Gretz Filed under: 49ers, NFL CoachingJust two days after Mike Singletary was handed a new contract to stay on as the 49ers' head coach, he has already cut ties with offensive coordinator Mike Martz, firing him after just one season in San Francisco. The initial reports following Singletary's...

By Adam Gretz Anyway, as for the new head coach and his contract, Maiocco reports that Singletary will have the power to hire and fire assistant coaches -- I have no idea why head coaches wouldn't have this power -- and who knows what that will mean for offensive coordinator Mike Martz.

By Ryan Wilson The club canned Mike Nolan after a 2-5 start, but the team has been 5-4 since. And next year, Singletary will have the pleasure of trying to win football games without offensive coordinator Mike Martz sabotaging everything. This comes as shocking news to, well, nobody, really. Not even J.T. O'...

By Adam Gretz Barrows also reports that Singletary met with the top brass in the San Francisco organization this week, and laid out his blueprint for returning the 49ers to relevance in the NFL. A blueprint that does not include offensive coordinator Mike Martz.

By Ryan Wilson Of course, maybe Nolan would still have the job if he had the cajones to tell offensive coordinator Mike Martz, "I know you're an 'offensive mastermind' and whatnot, but I'm pretty sure that J.T. O'Sullivan isn't very good. Call it a hunch. I'll take my chances with Shaun Hill."

By Adam Gretz This, of course, led to O'Sullivan taking a seat on the bench, and Hill taking over under center. It seems that, in the end, the only thing Hill had working against him in training camp was the fact he never played for Mike Martz in a previous offense.

By Rafael Vela The Cowboys have several key matchups in their favor.  When the 49ers have the ball, look for Dallas to continue blitzing and tight coverage, whether Terence Newman plays or not.  Mike Martz calls the 49ers plays, but he does not have a deep threat in his arsenal to make the Cowboys secondary...

By Ryan Wilson That was evident when Singletary ran tight end Vernon Davis off the field after a stupid penalty (and his subsequent apology to the world), although the hard-nosed, physical approach to football hasn't magically made the 49ers a playoff team. (I blame Mike Martz.) Not to worry, though; Si...

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By Adam Gretz Smith lost the starting job in training camp to O'Sullivan because offensive coordinator Mike Martz was a huge fan. While O'Sullivan fumbled his way around on the field, Smith suffered a shoulder injury that eventually led to him being placed on injured reserve, which ultimately led to t...

By Ryan Wilson So the problem, it seems, is that the front office has failed -- repeatedly -- to identify coaches who would actually be good fits in San Francisco. Some of Alex Smith's failures have been blamed on the annual turnover at offensive coordinator, and the one guy who actually excelled at the gi...

By Adam Gretz San Francisco is still in contention for the NFC West title, but that's mainly by default due to the NFC West currently being the NFL's answer to the Sun Belt Conference. Would Kitna be an upgrade over J.T. O'Sullivan? Maybe. But that would certainly make Martz look kind of silly, seeing as how h...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) First quarter; scoreless game. Niners with a first-and-10 at the Saints' 32: This was the 49ers' first series of the game and they had already gained three first downs. But on this fresh set of downs, offensive coordinator Mike Martz abandoned the run. 291 at Seattle, 2008

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Offensive coordinator Mike Martz vs. defensive coordinator Gary Gibbs: Martz has shown a new wrinkle in each of the 49ers' first three games. So, let's see, that would seem to suggest that he'll break out something different in this game, too. Gibbs was a candidate for the Cowboys' head-coa...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Mike Nolan. There were at least three people I truly respect who told me that Martz would be a disaster as 49ers offensive coordinator under Nolan. These people told me that Nolan should have hired Chan Gailey because the talent on the 49ers' offense was more conducive to what Gailey has work...

By podcasts@sfgate.com (Benny Evangelista) The San Francisco 49ers are coming off one of their most impressive wins in the Mike Nolan era, mainly due to their biggest acquisition of the off season - offensive coordinator Mike...

By Samuel Lam Last season, the 49ers started the season 2-1. But somehow, this year’s 2-1 start feels a whole lot better than what we experienced last year. With offensive coordinator Mike Martz coming to the Bay, the 49ers may be primed for bigger and better things with their hot star.

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Detroit quarterback Jon Kitna said he was not surprised that J.T. O'Sullivan and offensive coordinator Mike Martz is doing wonders for the 49ers. O'Sullivan was Kitna's backup last season with the Lions, while Martz was his coordinator.

By Samuel Lam On the other side of the ball, the Niners face off against another one of Martz’s pupils. QB Jon Kitna has elevated his passing game under the guidance of Martz from seasons past. Kitna, along with wide receivers Roy Williams and Calvin Johnson, is more than equipped to give the 49ers’ second...

Detroit now plays three of their next four games on the road.  They play @ San Francisco, Chicago, @ Minnesota, and @ Houston.  While none of those four teams are elite clubs Detroit isn’t going to beat anyone if their defense continues to play this bad.   Mike Martz may be gone, but the problem...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) The 49ers are worst in the league in sacks per pass attempt. O'Sullivan has been sacked 12 times in two games. The 49ers' defense is 13th in the league in third-down efficiency at 34.5. Martz then gave O'Sullivan his chance, and O'Sullivan clearly proved to be the winner of the competition.

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Martz also didn't hold O'Sullivan responsible for the strip as he was throwing. The defender, Bertrand Berry, beat LT Joe Staley to the outside and swatted the ball away from O'Sullivan. By the way, that pass was going to an open Isaac Bruce in the corner of the end zone, Martz said. But Martz sa...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Martin appears likely to be signed if Smith is placed on IR. It goes to show how much influence Mike Martz has with the 49ers. Because of Martz, the 49ers signed J.T. O'Sullivan and Isaac Bruce. Martz also OK'd the team's decision to draft guard Chilo Rachal over receiver Limas Sweed in the second...

By Samuel Lam There’s a reason why Mike Martz believes in him. There’s a reason why Mike Nolan is sticking with him. There’s a reason why I want him to succeed. Martz and Nolan have that confidence in him because they’ve seen what he can do. I just believe in him because I feel that he can lead this team.

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Coach Mike Nolan is actively involved in the 49ers' defensive plan of attack. He leaves the offensive plan up to offensive coordinator Mike Martz - just as he trusted the judgment of his previous offensive coordinators. Question: Since you're so involved in the defensive plan, is it impor...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Regardless, there figures to be plenty of intrigue surrounding this team with all the plotlines that we've been writing about since the Yorks decided to retain coach Mike Nolan for a fourth season. The hiring of offensive coordinator Mike Martz will be the central theme of this drama. Also...

By Benny Evangelista Beat writer Tom FitzGerald and sports editor Glenn Schwarz kick off a fourth season of Chronicle Sporting Green podcasts on the San Francisco 49ers . The biggest change from last season...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Cardinals quote machine/quarterback Kurt Warner was on the conference call today with reporters who cover the 49ers. Not surprisingly, he spoke at length about Mike Martz. The 49ers announced today they will be wearing throwback uniforms from the 1980's and '90's on Alumni Day against t...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) I asked Smith about his relationship with offensive coordinator Mike Martz. Smith said he feels he has a good rapport with Martz. Mike Silver of Yahoo! Sports wrote, "Sources say Smith felt targeted by Martz, who frequently made disparaging comments under his breath as the former starter...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) On the other hand, offensive coordinator Mike Martz likes to see what's happening with the quarterback and a certain receiver. He needs that kind of information to get a better handle on putting together a game plan. O'Sullivan: "Maybe, yes."

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) The starters will play one series to one quarter in Friday's game against the Chargers. This is just a hunch. I think Ashley Lelie is going to make this team, but of course he can solidify his chances with a strong showing Friday. He needs to remain healthy. He gives the 49ers something they don't...

By Samuel Lam Vic Carucci: When Mike Nolan was asked for the biggest reason the 49ers would be better than last year’s 5-11 team, he promptly pointed to the hiring of offensive coordinator Mike Martz. If that’s true, J.T. O’Sullivan, whom Martz coached in Detroit last season, must have a big year. Predicti...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Why doesn't Smith voluntarily accept a paycut to return to the 49ers for a second season under Mike Martz? So did Nolan and Martz make the right decision in going with O'Sullivan over Smith? Bruce likens O'Sullivan to Warner, Bulger"

By Samuel Lam Sam: Devin Hester has now been inserted as wide receiver; do you think that will affect his kick returning? Sam: The Bears have had one of the most consistent defenses for year. How do you see them preventing the aerial attack of Mike Martz and the 49ers?

By Signal to Noise 3) San Francisco 49ers - When J.T. O'Sullivan has the inside track to be your starting QB, you've got problems. Mike Nolan should be fired after the season is done, when Mike Martz has burned through O'Sullivan, Alex Smith, and Shaun Hill in futile attempts to run his high-octane offense with...

49ers vs. Packers: Q&A with The Frozen Tundra In the Niners’ case, the team also has to be concerned whether Mike Martz will utilize his best weapon (Frank Gore) more than he usually uses the position, ... Preseason Review/Preview: Physical Play Personifies Packers Bleacher Report

By Fooch This is one thing we all have to keep in mind as we roll through training camp.  With the new offense, it will definitely take some time for the offense to come together.  Mike Martz mentioned he had never been in a situation like this with an even split of snaps between the top 2 QBs.  I certainly h...

By Matt Snyder On Frank Gore: there are plenty of people fawning all over Gore this year because of the Martzian effect. Remember, though, that Martz has always excelled with his offenses in the passing game. Gore will get catches and tons of touches, but assuming that adding an offensive coordinator mak...

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Johnson said he felt comfortable signing with the 49ers because he is rejoining his former receivers coach, Jerry Sullivan, and also because of the Mike Martz factor. Receivers want to play in this pass-happy offense. Johnson and Battle were teammates at the Senior Bowl.

By undisclosed@pressdemocrat.com (49ers) Instant 49ers: At the local combine, did you have an inkling you could be joining up with the 49ers? Instant 49ers: What's the difference between a Jeff Tedford offensive meeting and a Mike Martz offensive meeting? Instant 49ers: What's jumped out at you since coming to the 49ers?