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Hey guys, not a whole lot to report today news-wise and not a whole lot to say opinion-wise. The only thing I'm really interested in right now is Alex Smith and his profound use of the word "absolutely." There's not a lot of news but I'll try and update as any piece comes in. If you're seeing something I'm not, go ahead and post 'em up. Anyway, here's your links and enjoy.

Any outstanding web developers out there? Fooch posted this and you should check it out if you're interested in this job with SBNation. (NinersNation.com)

We've got another article on Alex Smith, this one from the Chronicle. (SFGate.com)

And another article on Bruce winning the Eshmont award, the only reason I've linked to this one is for some quotes from Bruce about our receivers. (SFGate.com)

More on Smith. (Jeez today is slow.) But you know, his comments give me some hope in the guy. I'm all for Shaun Hill but certainly I'm open to the idea of Smith coming in and competing, playing, and becoming that number one pick. Maybe he comes out guns blazing and surprises us all.... or more likely fades back into mediocrity after next pre-season. (MercuryNews.com)

Samuel Lam takes a look at the Rams and the similarites of our seasons. (MVN.com)

Chrissy Mauck just made saying 'Bruuuuuce' very uncool. At any rate, here's a nice article on the guy including a bit from an ever-rare media session. (49ers.com)

Joe Staley > Chris Long. FACT. K, maybe not fact, but after making Joey Porter look like a chump he shouldn't have too much trouble. (49ers.com)

Huh. Investment firm founded by ex-49ers being taken over due to substantial debt. (SantaCruzSentinel.com)

Because there's not a whole lot of news right now here's an LOL story for you. Apparently the Buccaneers are quite serious about their pancakes. (Deadspin.com)

That's all for now, hopefully there will be more soon.

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I see nothing wrong with resigning Alex Smith at a discount to back up Hill. He’s still really young, so retaining him is almost like signing a draft choice, and this time it won’t cost as much.

As far as that investment firm, it’s a hard time for everyone. Just putting Montana and Lott on the front door of your investment house doesn’t necessarily cut it anymore.

by Bob On The Coast on Dec 18, 2008 7:13 AM PST reply reply actions actions   0 recs

Restructured or not...

… the team still owes him a ridiculous chunk of bonus money. I would be completely fine with retaining him if he lowers his base salary, but you can’t be so sure that a new coaching staff would really be up for having him around. As traditional as it may sound, if your salary is going to be in the top 10 of your team, you had better be a starter. Smith isn’t guaranteed to be that, anymore.

by sfgfan on Dec 18, 2008 9:26 AM PST to parent up reply reply actions actions   0 recs

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I really hopes he gets those 60 yards this week. that would be something pretty special for him and, like he said, the fans of St. Louis. Not that i care about them, but that would be pretty tight.

Actually, i should have said i hope he goes for like 260, but u get my point.

by good as gold on Dec 18, 2008 2:52 PM PST reply reply actions actions   0 recs

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