Moore signed to 4-year deal

by David Fucillo on May 24, 2007 9:59 AM PDT in San Francisco 49ers News

Sfgfan pointed it out in the last thread, but I figured it's worth mentioning on the front page: The 49ers announced that Jay Moore became the first 2007 draft pick to sign, reaching an agreement on a 4-year deal. Four years is the longest contract available to a non-first round pick. As sfgfan mentioned, clearly Moore wants to get going. As Moore said,

"There's a lot of new terminology to learn," Moore said. "At defensive end, you don't have to make any calls, just listen for them. Here, I'm making calls and understanding formations a little more. That was tough, but it's coming along a little. I'm learning the ropes."

Clearly I've been a fan of his since posting the Corn Nation scouting report back in February. I definitely think he'll bring much-needed depth at the outside linebacker position as a backup to Tully Banta-Cain and Manny Lawson. At ESPN, Moore is presently listed 3rd on the ROLB depth chart behind Banta-Cain and Roderick Green. Moore has plenty too learn considering the position switch, but I'm excited to see his development, and expect to see plenty of him in the preseason.

[EDITOR'S NOTE] - 8:35AM - Thanks to Sprint Right Option for the heads up: Joe Cohen was also signed to a 4-year deal. With training camp starting July 28, it's good they're getting a jump on getting their picks signed.

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Depth Chart

I'd imagine Moore could easily shoot past R.Green on the depth chart. They're both in similar positions, as Green didn't get to play LB last year at all.

It'll be a fun camp for the linebackers. Competition for the starter at one OLB spot and one ILB. There will also be plenty of competition for the last one or two spots on the roster for a LB.

by sfgfan on May 24, 2007 10:48 AM PDT reply actions

yea

that depth chart is not close to right..... The funniest part is where they have Willis starting over Brandon Moore.... if that happens i'm not getting the nfl package from direct tv to watch the games

by Qbgetter13 on May 24, 2007 10:54 AM PDT reply actions

Yeah.

Nolan has already said that Willis is behind Smith and Ulbrich on the weak side, which should be the RILB spot. Brandon Moore is slated as the starter in the strong side ILB spot (left). So yeah, ESPN's depth chart is all wrong.

by sfgfan on May 24, 2007 11:11 AM PDT up reply actions

Signing Early...

I really like seeing one of the rookies being signed early. Hopefully more will sign soon. The last thing you want from rookies is a hold out in training camp. Holding out would delay their development and the ability of them to be big contributors early in the season.

by coachAJ on May 24, 2007 2:02 PM PDT reply actions

obviously

I think Brandon Moore is our best player on D other than Nate Clements. Moore is an absolute animal and is all over the field. I think he can be a pro bowl player with the right exposure. I would love for willis to step up in training camp and show he is better than smith and ulbrich

by Qbgetter13 on May 24, 2007 5:04 PM PDT reply actions

Cohen also signed

As per the latest entry in Matt Maiocco's blog.

"You gotta bring ass, to get ass." --EDDIE DeBARTOLO JR.

by Josh from Hollywood on May 25, 2007 12:28 AM PDT reply actions

Cohen

He sounds like a pretty good guy. Like I was saying about Moore, it sounds like Cohen genuinely likes it here. I guess I can see why.

Most people think that he was a reach at where the 49ers chose him. So of course he should be happy the 49ers were willing to take that chance with him and (in the process) guaranteed him a bigger contract.

Maiocco's blog entry mentions that Cohen says he was 310 to 315 by draft day. Thats a lot bigger than I thought he was. I thought he was in the 290s. 310 to 315 in a frame that could potentially put on more muscle. I think he could be a pretty solid NT for this team. He sounds like he's a able and willing learner, so maybe he'll pick up some tips from the veterans on that line (B.Y., Douglas, and Franklin).

by sfgfan on May 25, 2007 9:32 AM PDT up reply actions