San Francisco 49ers

By erickson@49ersnews.com Not only that but the 49ers had this game won. But the turnovers killed them…oh and the Seahawks had lots of help from the referees. If the 49ers still have a chance they needs lots of help from the Cardinals opponents…who am I kidding the 49ers would have to win in order for that to happen.

By erickson@49ersnews.com The 49ers offense of late has moved more to passing. The game against the Jags, Alex Smith lined up in the shotgun formation 25 of the 49ers’ 38 plays in the first half. Looking at those numbers it seems that Frank Gore is being left out in the cold. The past two games Gore has had 23 touches. Seven ag...

By erickson@49ersnews.com The 49ers now prepare for the Seattle Seahawks and with the Titans beating the Cardinals the 49ers are just two games back with a favorable schedule heading their way. They still have some hope, but they’ll need to continue to have strong performances all around and hope from some more help...

By erickson@49ersnews.com What a disaster this season is turning into. The Cardinals are now running away with the division and the 49ers do not look prepared to challenge them. After the loss to the Packers on Sunday, Mike Singletary’s team falls three games behind the NFC champs. With only six games left to play, [...]

By erickson@49ersnews.com For the first time in their careers, Alex Smith’s San Francisco 49ers will face off against Aaron Rodgers’ Green Bay Packers. These two young men have been intertwined since their inception into the league. Although they have been in the league for five seasons, they have never played agai...

By erickson@49ersnews.com The highlights from the 49ers win over the Bears are now up over at NinerTV. Two part highlights, most of the focus is on the defense and Frank Gore. The highlights from the 49ers win over the Bears are now up over at NinerTV. Two part highlights, most of the focus is on the defense and Frank Gore. Ni...

By erickson@49ersnews.com The offense as a whole did not fare very well against the Chicago Bears.  Frank Gore finally received more than 20 carries for the first time since the first game of the season, and he did average four yards a carry, but as always, take away a big run from him and you see the results of a poor offen...

By erickson@49ersnews.com Also are the 49ers defense who we thought they were? I thought I was going to be writing this article stating they were not who we thought they were. With the way that last drive was unfolding with Cutler marching down the field it looked as if those four interceptions were going to be for naugh...

By Niner Pundit The San Francisco 49ers’ leader knows he lost his cool. Roddy White had a 90-yard catch-and-run for a touchdown and a 31-yard TD reception, Michael Turner ran for three scores and the Falcons flattened the 49ers 45-10 on Sunday to end San Francisco’s five-game home winning streak.

By Niner Pundit The Niners have done this in the past, with cornerback Nate Clements. His free-agent contract, widely publicized as an eight-year, $80 million deal, is in reality a seven-year, $64 million contract. First off he hasn't signed anything yet. Everyone is on pins and needles waiting to see if C...

By Niner Pundit The 49ers shutout the St Louis Rams for their third win of the season, after beating down the Rams the 49ers are now 3-1 on the season and 3-0 in the NFC West. The 49ers shutout the St Louis Rams for their third win of the season, after beating down the Rams the 49ers are now 3-1 on the season and 3-0...

By Erik Klackner But all is not well.  The passing game ranks 30th in the NFL, and has failed to generate any sustained momentum.  And while Singletary and offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye may still harbor aspirations of having a 60/40 run/pass ratio, the passing game must hold up its 40 of the bargain. 

By Niner Pundit I know I’m going to get a lot of crap here after I say this, but the 49ers need a real QB and a real OC. Yes, I know Hill is 9-3 as a starter and 6-0 at home. But the guy can’t throw, can’t elude the pass rush, and looks like the Dan Quissenberry of the NFL. Today the victory goes to Frank Gore and the Defens...

By erickson@49ersnews.com Taking over for departed 2006 Big East Conference Defensive Player of the Year, H.B. Blades, McKillop repeated as the conference Defensive Player of the Year (by The NFL Draft Report and College Football News), en route to leading the nation with an average of 12.58 tackles per game.

By erickson@49ersnews.com Niner fans and Crabtree say thank you Al Davis The 49ers now have some Crabs to go along with their VD. With the 10 pick in the NFL draft the 49ers select Texas Tech wide receiver Michael Crabtree. NFL.com Video Highlights & More Crabtree Video Highlights

By Niner Pundit Source: Sporting News, Matthew Barrows & J.P. Pelzman An old nemesis visits Candlestick Park Sunday, this time dressed in a New York Jets uniform. Brett Favre has had a near mastery over the 49ers, going 11-1 against San Francisco over his career. In ...

By erickson@49ersnews.com This time of year rumors are flying rampant and this particular site, TheRumorGuy.com has a single quick news line that says. The 49ers have signed QB Trent Green to a one year deal. Well I’m happy to say after a few phone calls that the Rumor Guy is full of crap. Thank God for that. The 49ers do not need another old, aging quarterback named Trent. This time of year rumors are flying rampant and this particular site, TheRumorGuy.com has a single quick news line that says. The 49ers have signed QB Trent Green to a one year deal. Well I’m happy to say after a few phone calls that the Rumor Guy is full of crap. Thank God for that. [...]   [read the full post]

By erickson@49ersnews.com This was supposed to be the year that the combination of good young talent and a weak NFC West made the 49ers a potential playoff team. But the 49ers aren’t getting to the postseason, and now there is actually talk in San Francisco that head coach Mike Nolan’s job could be on the line. The 49ers play the Falcons Sunday, and for as bad as the Atlanta offense has looked this year without Michael Vick at quarterback, it’s a lot better than the San Francisco offense has looked without Norv Turner calling the plays. Nolan chose Jim Hostler as Turner’s successor, and that decision has had disastrous consequences on the field. If the 49ers lose to the woeful Falcons Sunday, it could have disastrous consequences for Nolan’s job security, too.   [read the full post]

By erickson@49ersnews.com Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott was on KNBR today and was talking about the state of our beloved 49ers and he said if he were coach, he’d cut Jonas Jennings, based on things he has heard and seen. Can’t say I disagree. The sad thing is Nolan has already stated that when healthy, Jennings will get his starting spot at LT back. Lott on KNBR Share This Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott was on KNBR today and was talking about the state of our beloved 49ers and he said if he were coach, he’d cut Jonas Jennings, based on things he has heard and seen. Can’t say I disagree. The sad thing is Nolan has already stated that when healthy, Jennings will get his [...]   [read the full post]

By erickson@49ersnews.com When the 49ers have the ball: Block Key Matchup: 49ers offensive line vs Ravens front seven - The 49ers JV line gave up six sacks to the Seattle Seahawks and the Ravens defense is much better than the Seahawks so if the O-line continues its woes look for Dilfer to be running for his life all day. Don’t be surprised if Shaun Hill makes an appearance due to Dilfer getting killed. more…) The 49ers (2-2) host the Baltimore Ravens (2-2) for their second home game in a row. Last week the 49ers forgot to show up on offense and the Seahawks beat them 23-3 to take sole possession of first place. The Ravens did the same against the Browns. Both team are coming off of losses and both [...]   [read the full post]

By erickson@49ersnews.com This week, the Seattle Seahawks are facing the Cincinatti Bengals, the Arizona Cardinals are facing the Baltimore Ravens and the St. Louis Rams are facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. All three of those are extremely winnable games against our division rivals. If the Bucs win, that’s basically the death blow to the Rams. I think its more or less a given that the Ravens SHOULD beat the Cardinals, and the Bengals really can and SHOULD beat the Seahawks. This week, the Seattle Seahawks are facing the Cincinatti Bengals, the Arizona Cardinals are facing the Baltimore Ravens and the St. Louis Rams are facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. All three of those are extremely winnable games against our division rivals. If the Bucs win, that’s basically the death...   [read the full post]

By erickson@49ersnews.com Here is an audio clip from KNBR, Murph and Mac Show. Adam Schefter (NFL Network) breaking down the 49ers move in free agency. Here is an audio clip from KNBR, Murph and Mac Show. Adam Schefter (NFL Network) breaking down the 49ers move in free agency.