Not going to lie, I liked Delanie a lot this last year, he showed some real talent on kickoffs and special teams, I was impressed by him by all accounts, but I agree, VD is going to have the upper hand on him.

As far as Bear Pascoe goes, I think he’s one of those guys that you kind of instantly like for almost everyone. He’s soft spoken, a hard worker, a cowboy, a hard hitter, a leader… the list keeps going, but the point is, he’s going to be a fan favorite even if he doesnt see much playing time this year (which I think he will).

in my mind, its like this:
Delanie: Good hands, Good blocking ability

Bear: Good hands, Great blocking ability

In the long run I think its Bear>Delanie

I think Bear is more versatile than Walker. Bear can block and receive, so it keeps the D on their toes as opposed to Walker who is on the field to catch 75% of the time and block 25% of the time (I completely made those stats up, its just how I saw him used last season).

Sando saw this situation as well:

The 49ers’ sixth-round pick, Bear Pascoe, could factor significantly in double-tight personnel groupings, perhaps at the expense of Delanie Walker.

if Bear proves he can catch the ball a little bit it gives our offense a lot of flexibility. I think Walker keeps his hold on the #2 spot because he can make plays down the field, but Bear will get his chances too.

Walker is (probably) a better route-runner, and thus is worthy of keeping the number 2 TE job. The thing I’m liking about Pascoe is that it’s no longer a given for us that 3 TEs = running. If they go 3 TE and 1 WR, it’s conceivable that the defense would actually have to worry about all 5 targets on the field (Gore, 3 TEs, and Crabtree/Morgan), so that’s a definite plus.

It’s definitely exciting to think about the talent on offense for once with this team. I know a lot of people don’t realize that Shaun Hill is in fact very, very good, but that’s fine. They’ll find out soon enough. I’m very happy to know that there are 3 to 4 legitimate fantasy players on the 49ers’ offense now- I’m going to have at least 2 of them next season.

Since there hasn’t been a “What Crabtree had for breakfast” topic lately.

I really like tight ends. Vernon can become a monster if Raye can utilize VD’s talents he would be quite a force. Walker showed some skill last year. According to Madden (which isn’t that credible but) he is the second fastest TE (VD the fastest). Which such speed at TE we could have some short pass go a long way. Bear could be used as a special teams players as well as a FB on a play action. Imagine, 3 and in or 4th and in, Bear lines up as the FB fake FB run and play action pass to Bear or someone else. Boom! TD. You can never have too much depth at any position.

According to Mike Sando at ESPN, Bajema actually had more snaps than Walker last year, so I would expect Bear to get those snaps and catch a few passes, including getting a few opportunities down near the goalline. Bear’s projected totals: 19 catches 100 yds 3 TDs, which would be great for a 6th rounder!! As for Delanie, he is more of a receiver and will continue to see occasional snaps between the 20s, and depending on who we are playing and how we match up with their D, some games he will play tons and others less. More importantly, if VD gets hurt, DLove is the primary backup for the starting spot, so that is why he is being kept around. DLove’s projected totals 20 catches 180 yds 2 tds

I’ve known Bear pretty much my whole life, he not to mention his entire family, are hard workers. He is a smart player who will make contributions right away as a blocker and special teamer, i think his receiving skills will take time to develope at the pro level. But Bear is a determined individual, and he will get better.