49ers All-Time Running Back
by Fooch on Jul 2, 2009 12:00 PM PDT
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The re-vote on the #2 wide receiver has resulted in an even bigger percentage lead for John Taylor. The ballot will remain open, but I think we've reached a point where we can call it for JT. Today we move on to another offensive position, running back. Last go-around Roger Craig ran away with the race, even over a Hall of Famer like Hugh McElhenny. Given the apparent age of many of our readers, it's not too surprising that even Frank Gore finished with more votes than McElhenny.
When we had the first vote on running back I made a point to mention a couple of things: First, Joe Perry is in the fullback balloting, even though he is currently the franchise leader in career rushing yards. The offense ran a bit differently back in those days, but for simplicity's sake, I went with him at fullback. Second, Frank Gore is still a youngster, but I felt he has done enough in is brief career to merit recognition on the ballot. I have to admit, I was heartbroken though that I held off Kevan Barlow. I don't know if I'll ever forgive myself.
Roger Craig (1983-1990): Not a whole lot needs to be said about the man who is #2 in rushing yards and rushing touchdowns, #3 in receptions and #9 in receiving yards. Before Marshall Faulk, there was Roger Craig. In 1985, Craig became the first running back to finished with 1,000 rushing AND receiving yards. The previous season he became the first player ever to score three touchdowns in a Super Bowl. Roger Craig went to 4 Pro Bowls and was the NFL Offensive Player of the Year in 1988 as he finished with 2,036 total yards. Craig still stands as the only running back to ever lead the NFL in receptions in a season. He finished his career with 13,143 total yards and 73 total touchdowns.
Hugh McElhenny (1952-1960): McElhenny was the 49ers first round pick in 1952 and was immediately a hit on the field. He won Rookie of the Year, along with back to back Pro Bowl and 1st Team All Pro appearances his first two seasons. Over the course of his career, McElhenny went to six Pro Bowls and finished his 49ers career with 4,288 rushing yards, 2,666 receiving yards and 50 total touchdowns.
Garrison Hearst (1997-2003): I don't know of anybody who doesn't like Garrison Hearst. One big reason is this short little run. Hearst finished his time with the 49ers with 5,535 rushing yards. That number would have likely been quite a bit higher if not for the nasty broken ankle he suffered against Atlanta on the first play from scrimmage in the Divisional playoffs. He developed the necrosis condition that led to Bo Jackson's retirement and seemed finished, although the 49ers kept him on the roster. Two years later, Hearst came back and rushed for 1,206 yards, winning his second Comeback Player of the Year award. The next two years saw him slowly phased out of the offense, replaced by the immortal Kevan Barlow.
Frank Gore (2005-present): Gore has only been a 49er for four years, a starting running back for three of them. In that time he has set the 49ers single season rushing record and twice led the team in receptions. His most impressive stat might be the fact that he became the first 49ers running back with three straight 1,000 yard seasons. Gore currently stands #5 in the 49ers all-time rushing list. Considering he's 4,248 yards out of first place, Frank the tank is definitely getting within striking distance of the #1 spot. A decent season by Gore will move him past Garrison Hearst, while a 1,500 yard season would move him into third place all time. I'm guessing he won't reach Roger Craig's receptions by a running back number, but considering how active he has been in the passing game, Gore could easily finish his career challenging Roger Craig as the best running back in team history.
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Close...but gotta go with Gore
As good as Roger was, Gore is the better pure running back.
by JonnyT on Jul 2, 2009 12:07 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Roger with his high stepping
knees is the best of the best. Can’t wait to get the FB, The Rat man,,, will win hands down.
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 12:11 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
No.
Joe Perry. The team’s all-time leader rusher, and probably best running back, should win the full-back voting. Joe Perry would get my vote in this category too. The Million Dollar Backfield put the 49ers on the map, but it was Joe Perry that was the rushing machine.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 12:21 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Me too
When we get to the FB re-count, I’m going to have to set up 15 accounts just to keep voting for the Cornhusker.
by LondonNiner on Jul 2, 2009 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Isn't that what they did in Iran?
Hey.. love that vidio clip Fooch put in post on Rathman..
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 2:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed ...
… love the fact that somebody has filmed their TV too! Old school!
by LondonNiner on Jul 3, 2009 12:28 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just a quick comment
I think maybe you should update Frank Gore’s paragraph. It’s a little dated.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 12:23 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Gore
If Gore stays with the team for another 5+ years I think he will shatter the 7,344 yards of Joe Perry. He’s already at 4,441, which puts him 2,903 yards shy. So as long as he keeps things going the way they have for several more years, I will definitely consider him the Niners’ all time best RB. But until then, it has to be Roger…
by Sebaz49 on Jul 2, 2009 12:35 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Joe Perry
had 8689 yards total rushing for the 49ers. I think Gore has a shot to break the record, yes.
I just hope Perry gets the cred he deserves come FB voting, which he did not receive the last time.
Perry was the first running back in NFL history to run for 1000 yards in two consecutive seasons. Yes, it came in the 1950s, but the season was only 12 games back then. This guy played 14 years for the Niners, scored 79 Total TDs and definitely needs a place on the Niners All-Time list.
I’ll save my arguments for when the FB voting begins, but I just want to get it out there prior to the voting, so people don’t just rush to click on Tom Rathman (nothing against Rathman).
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 12:39 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
So how do you measure a FB
outside of yards gained?. The FB position is (or was) primary a lead blocking position for the HB or what we call today a running back. It will be interesting if there we can find a measurment other than yards gained for how effective a FB is to a team and therefore value as compared to others of the same position.
In any event my vote for Roger Craig as best all time niner RB stands.
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 12:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The 49ers of the 1950s
ran a pro set type offense, where the FB didn’t line up ahead of the HB, but across from the HB, meaning both backs got carries.
Joe Perry for his career, averaged 5.0 ypc. That’s impressive. The role of a FB in today’s offense compared to that era’s offense is quite different, I agree.
And for the record, I voted Roger Craig also.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 12:51 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
What's even more impressive
is that Perry played for 16 years. For that position and time period when football was truely a contact sport in every sense of the word realy is amazing. I was 13 when he retired so I can’t say I remember seeing him play
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 1:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I never even saw the guy play
so I’m just basing my arguments on the fact that he has solid numbers in a time when the NFL was much different.
I’m backing the guy up based primarly on video clips, articles and stats. Not first hand observation. I just don’t want the old fellas to be forgotten, especially not the ones that lead the Franchise in rushing.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 1:15 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
stats clarification
Over at 49ers.com they list the 7,344 yards for Perry. At Pro Football Reference they give him 8,689 as a 49er. I was confused at first, but then realized, the 49ers website doesn’t count 1948 and 1949, while PFR counts those in the franchise ranks.
by Fooch on Jul 2, 2009 1:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
1948 and 49
were years in the AAFC, probably the reason the 49ers site doesn’t acknowledge the stats.
Do we? I mean, he was a 49er in those seasons, and was it his fault that they weren’t a part of the NFL yet?
I didn’t realize this now until you mentioned it. Either way, I hope Gore becomes the number on guy eventually.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 1:18 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
They definitely should count
The 49ers are the 49ers regardless if it was in the NFL or not. And I didn’t realize that so I just used the 49ers.com stats. But even at 4200 yards away, Frank should have that in 4 seasons… yes, I’m expecting 7 straight 1000 yard seasons :)
by Sebaz49 on Jul 2, 2009 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i hope so
7 straight 1000 yard seasons would put Frank Gore at number one in rushing and in our hearts.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
loved Garrison Hearst
I still have his jersey on display in my game room. As much as I love Frank the Tank, I have to go with RC on this one. I would go with McElhenny and Perry over Frank at this point too. If Frank stays the beast that he is for a few more years, I could see him over taking everyone on this list.
and in his 4th season, VD broke through the wall, Niners fan rejoiced and all was well in the kingdom. Singletary 3:42
by 49erLou on Jul 2, 2009 12:48 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I loved Garrison too
and Kevan Barlow running him out of down kind of sucked, but at the time, I was pumped about Barlow’s role in the offense (yeah, I’ll admit it). That ankle injury really changed the way Hearst’s career could’ve went.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
i was a big Ricky Waters fan, but i have to go with Craig. Although that fumble still keeps me up at night…
by FANofDUBS on Jul 2, 2009 1:01 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Waters
I thought about including him, but he just spent too little time as a 49er.
by Fooch on Jul 2, 2009 1:09 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Waters
passed up a HoF career for free agency. Ricky would’ve been special as a 49er for his career, but couldn’t get past the fact that he wasn’t the feature, or even close to being the most prominent star on the team.
It’s too bad, because he was awesome.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 1:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
that he was
He was fun to watch. I was really disappointed when he left.
by Fooch on Jul 2, 2009 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree Waters shouldn't win this vote
And he was only on the team for three years. But he was a big part of a superbowl winner and two other teams that made it to the NFC Championship game. He was also as talented (or arguably more talented) than the rest of the guys in the poll (for his carear he had 10,643 yards rushing and 4,248 yards receiving and 91 total touchdowns).
I completely understand why he was left off the list, but I think I would have put him on it.
by kiyoshi on Jul 2, 2009 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
career
It’s true he put up great career numbers, but this is strictly 49ers time.
by Fooch on Jul 2, 2009 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fooch
I was going to wait until FB voting came around, but I’ll say it now.
Roger Craig was the FB in San Francisco for five seasons. When he entered the NFL, Wendell Tyler was the HB. Joe Cribbs followed for the next two seasons. Then Tom Ratham came on board the team moved Craig to HB.
The San Francisco pro-set was not a formation that had the HB line up behind the FB (not until Rathman anyway). Even dating back to Joe Perry, who leads the franchise in rushing yards out of the fullback position.
In other words, I think we need to put all of the SF RBs in one giant poll, and take the top 2 vote getters.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 5:08 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
The 9ers official web site
lists Craig simply as RB in his rookie year so even though he lined up in FB position it is realy hair spliting at this point.. As we discussed earlier in the modern era a player of significant worth (such as Craig) can be counted as RB.. As noted since we don’t have a clear way to measure HB vs RB vs FB is realy a mute point..
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 6:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
moot point
sorry, not trying to be the grammar nazi
and in his 4th season, VD broke through the wall, Niners fan rejoiced and all was well in the kingdom. Singletary 3:42
by 49erLou on Jul 2, 2009 6:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh @#$#$$
Sorry, can’t say that it won’t happen again but fergot to use the old spill ckeker…:-)
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 6:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Paul Hofer
was another good one but his carrer was cut short at 6 years with knee injury in 81. His stats of 416 rushes for 1746 yards and 4.2 ave are complemented by his stats of 147 catches for 1634 yrds for an 11.1 ave were impresive, equaly impresive was that he had 0 fumbles durring that time.
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 1:18 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Garrison Hearst and Ricky Waters were definitely fun to watch… Craig too, whom, at the moment, gets my vote. If you remember only more recent football history, Marshall Faulk was an unstoppable force, because he was able to catch the ball along with his elite running skills. Craig was the first of these types of players… and I believe Faulk was the only other player to get 1000 yards receiving and rushing.
How bout we just make a hybrid running back out of all these players… like, Craigs receiving ability, Waters moves, Hearst’s finesse, Gore’s durability and power… .etc.
by aBulldog on Jul 2, 2009 1:38 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Garrison Hearst
As good as Hearst’s 96 yard run was, it would not of happened if not for TO making blocks downfield.
by Redding49ers on Jul 2, 2009 1:57 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Gore!
Would go with Craig but he cost us a chance to 3peat.
Fans stuck in the 80's are lame. Respect the past, live in the now.
by maveric_87 on Jul 2, 2009 3:39 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
NIghtrmares everytime I think about it...
Craig is the one we see in the Superbowl video’s shouting “3 peat! 3 peat!” and he’s the one that didn’t get it done. Hard to forget…
by JonnyT on Jul 3, 2009 9:14 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Craig only went to 3 Super Bowls didn't he?
Fans stuck in the 80's are lame. Respect the past, live in the now.
by maveric_87 on Jul 2, 2009 3:44 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
hey, he went to 3
won 3, the article says Craig is a 4 time pro-bowler, if that’s what you’re referring to.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 4:38 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok my bad I read it wrong lol
Fans stuck in the 80's are lame. Respect the past, live in the now.
by maveric_87 on Jul 2, 2009 4:40 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not angry I don't see barlow
My vote has to be with Gore. Gore has played on some of the worst 49ers offenses and has amassed 3,000 plus in three seasons. Wai until this season, Gore Unleashed!!
by Real Deal P Will on Jul 2, 2009 5:04 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
interesting way to look at it
Gore has also had the best season in terms of rush yards by a SF running back in a single season.
There are plenty of reasons to vote Gore, but Roger Craig has three rings. And in this sport, you have to kiss the rings, b*tch. ;)
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 5:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kiss the rings fosho
Fans stuck in the 80's are lame. Respect the past, live in the now.
by maveric_87 on Jul 2, 2009 5:34 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
McElhenny was the 49ers greatest open field runner
For the record, I am a BIG Roger Craig fan! I was there in Anaheim when he had a fantastic day against the LA RAMS in their last season LA. However, beyond a doubt "Hugh McElhenny (1952-1960): McElhenny who was the 49ers first round pick in 1952 and was immediately a hit on the field. He won Rookie of the Year, along with back to back Pro Bowl and 1st Team All Pro appearances his first two seasons, was the greatest open field runner in 49er history. He did not have an all pro line or sophicated offensive system in front of him. He was all speed, with natural moves and fakes. In many ways he was the “white” version of a Barry Sanders! He would take a shot screen pass from Yand he was gone!! .A. Look at film footage!!! Then there was Joe the Jet, John Henry Johnson, J.D. Smith, etc…Wow!!!!
by ajp49er on Jul 2, 2009 8:54 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Million Dollar Backfield
Joe Perry, Hugh McElhenny, and Y.A. Tittle.
I really wish I could’ve seen these guys play. Would’ve been great to see.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 9:37 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
not to say John Henry Johnson was a slouch
all four of these cats are in the Hall.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 2, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Better yet
to be a player and have played with these guys… Who’s to say that it isn’t possible now… Look, I was lucky enough to be able to withness how the 1981 season that went absolutley insane with the gathering of this talent
3 rookie defensive backfield players in Lott, Williams, Write, a willy vet Fread Dean, a
2end year man QB Montana
who’s favorite target was still wet behind the ears Dwight Clark,
on, and on. and on…
Not saying that this year is one of those years but you know,,,Anything I mean ANYTHING can happen..
To all of the Forty Niner Fans out there who really care,, Keep the faith, and
GOOOO,,,, NIIIINNNNEERRRSS,,,,
LETS TEE IT UP
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 2, 2009 10:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I saw them play.
I saw every Niner RB who ever played. The Million Dollar Backfield was hampered by injuries to everyone except JH Johnson, after a great start.
Of all Niner runners, McElhenny was the greatest in the open field; Perry was the toughest and quickest through the line: Craig was the most versatile and consistent.
If I had to choose a backfield from the all time NIners, I’d select Craig and Perry, with McElhenny, who was also a great receiver, as the third down back.
Kezarvet
by kezarvet on Jul 3, 2009 6:10 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Am I the only one
who kind of liked Kevan Barlow for the 2 years he was decent? Better even compared to the rest of the team at times…
by foosball4949 on Jul 2, 2009 11:06 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
With all due respect,
there are unnamed RBs who belong on this list:
Joe Perry – Every bit as good as Gore, only tougher.
J.D. Smith – unknown but a great runner who was switched to RB from defense.
Ricky Watters – Three TDs in a Super Bowl ain’t all bad
Del Williams – Explosive runner
Wilbur Jackson – Reliable, consistent, tough.
Ken Willard – He was a bull who would run over you rather than around you.
Johnny “Strike” Stryzkalski – Our first All-Pro RB. Fast and tough.
Kezarvet
by kezarvet on Jul 3, 2009 6:01 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
Delvin Williams!
Yes, I remember him…he was great with us and then went to Miami, right? I was just 10 or 11 years old at the time but I remember him being a solid back for us.
by JonnyT on Jul 3, 2009 9:16 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gore has a good case already and soon could be it.
I voted for Craig, McIlhenny being a close second just because I liked him.
"Part, fools!
Put up your swords. You know not what you do."
by Fearless Frog on Jul 3, 2009 11:08 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
?
Are you a 49er fan now?
Seahawks’ fans are weird…
by chikmagnet_565 on Jul 3, 2009 1:02 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
No.
I didn’t know it was a crime to like players on different teams, as unlikeable as the current 49ers are.
"Part, fools!
Put up your swords. You know not what you do."
by Fearless Frog on Jul 3, 2009 8:52 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
if they are so unlikeable
why are you here discussing them everyday?
and in his 4th season, VD broke through the wall, Niners fan rejoiced and all was well in the kingdom. Singletary 3:42
by 49erLou on Jul 3, 2009 9:12 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Because you touch yourself at night.
"Part, fools!
Put up your swords. You know not what you do."
by Fearless Frog on Jul 3, 2009 9:42 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
lol hilarious reply
Although the 9ers do have quite a few likable players now.
Fans stuck in the 80's are lame. Respect the past, live in the now.
by maveric_87 on Jul 3, 2009 10:33 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't know,
on the surface, there aren’t many charismatic players that come to mind, especially ones that have widespread appeal among fans of different teams. I mean, Patrick Willis is awesome and all, but he’s a silent badass with an admirable work ethic.. Frank Gore isn’t very well-spoken, and the QBs don’t give off that ‘Hey these guys are funny!" vibe, plus don’t have the on-field performance. Although, most teams usually have one or two players at the most that are likable by lots of people. For instance, the only one that comes to mind on the Seahawks is Matt Hasselbeck, because he’s a pretty witty guy with a great sense of humor.
…And re-reading this paragraph, I realize it’s very poorly written. It’s getting late and my coherency is likewise dropping.
"Part, fools!
Put up your swords. You know not what you do."
by Fearless Frog on Jul 3, 2009 11:10 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
and the QBs don’t give off that ‘Hey these guys are funny!" vibe
you have obviously never seen an episode of The Joe Show. Shaun Hill = comedy.
and in his 4th season, VD broke through the wall, Niners fan rejoiced and all was well in the kingdom. Singletary 3:42
by 49erLou on Jul 4, 2009 12:49 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I agree
Shaun Hill is pretty funny. I like the way Staley is usually teasing him on camera.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 4, 2009 10:15 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
rec'd that reply
made me lol
and in his 4th season, VD broke through the wall, Niners fan rejoiced and all was well in the kingdom. Singletary 3:42
by 49erLou on Jul 4, 2009 12:46 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gore
When all is said and done I think Frank Gore will go down in franchise history as the best running back, statistically and just in people’s minds. He’s signed for 3 more years and even if he didn’t sign an extension (let’s hope THAT doesn’t come to pass), he could conceivably pass Perry as the all-time leading rusher. Craig is a great all-around back, but Gore has turned into a great pure rusher.
by Fooch on Jul 3, 2009 2:46 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
You may be right about that
if we can get a consistent and effective OL and passing game,, without these two key elements it will be Gore to left for 2yards,Gore to right for 4yards, Gore up the middle for 2 yards, punt, We need to hit on all 8 cylinders to really make this year the success that we all so badly want. Gore can not be successful as a one man band.
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 3, 2009 3:00 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
not only is gore a great pure rusher
but he is a very good receiver too.
he needs four more solid season to the best RB in Niner history. I don’t think that’s too much to ask.
I’d like to see Gore be a Curtis Martin type mainstay, and just rush for 1,000 yards every damn season.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 3, 2009 8:49 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wouldn't surprise me.
It’s not like the 49ers had Emmitt Smith or the Edge in their historical annals. Gore very well could be the most talented 49er RB ever, and will statistically prove so in the near future, especially if that line ever improves.
"Part, fools!
Put up your swords. You know not what you do."
by Fearless Frog on Jul 3, 2009 8:53 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
All of the above is true.
OK, So Frank Gore is Superman,, and can do it all BY HIMSELF.?
I am simply trying to say that it is pointless to speculate about how Gore or any player may do this year in a myopic closed room view. Frank Gore is an admittedly wonderfully gifted player who is on track to be one of the greatest in 49ers history. As many have pointed out football is the ultimate team game and with out the support of the rest of the offensive unit including the entire offensive line, QB, FB, receiving corps, TE, to mention a few, and overall game strategy his individual efforts may not produce the expected results. I wouldn’t want any of you to come down on poor old Gore at the end of the year and say HE WAS A WORTHLESS piece of (site decorum) because he didn’t perform to expectations ( like the criticism of Roger Craig by some ) on a particular game. So before anybody puts a cape and boots on this guy get some perspective and for goodness sakes,,, DON’T GET YOUR PANTIES ALL IN A BUCH just yet…
GO NINERS……
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 3, 2009 10:05 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is my problem with most 9er fans....
They love to live in the past too much… Like they want the uniforms to look like the old one, & they always too stuck to the Players we used to have and the success we achieved… Let’s embrace the guys we have now and let’s hope for they’re success in the future.
by NJ_9er_fan on Jul 4, 2009 10:43 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
This can be said
in many different topics, why did you choose one that focuses on the past?
I also think they are very few 49ers fans left that are living in the past. I think many are ready and willing to embrace this new direction. This new direction is old school in a sense. We are going back to fundamental football, where strength conquers skill. We will smash you in the mouth, and you will know it is coming.
The new “old” uniforms are a nice change, a way to remind people of the past. It’s not about living in the past, but remembering the past. Maybe the throwbacks will inspire the young guys and remind the young guys what this franchise is all about. And that’s winning.
by Andrew Davidson on Jul 4, 2009 1:59 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Right on
Dre.. . I for am totaly looking forward to this year for all the reasons you noted..
Dre.. . I for am totaly looking forward to this year for all the reasons you noted..Have a great 4th
by WC-Ninerhead on Jul 4, 2009 7:56 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Past and Future
This is my problem with most 9er fans….
They love to live in the past too much… Like they want the uniforms to look like the old one, & they always too stuck to the Players we used to have and the success we achieved… Let’s embrace the guys we have now and let’s hope for they’re success in the future.
You’ll never get to where you are going until you know where you have been.
Kezarvet
by kezarvet on Jul 4, 2009 10:13 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Reply to NJ_9er_fan: Dude the 9ers have had some of the best players to EVER play the game.
Kind of hard not to celebrate the past. Jerry Rice is the greatest offensive player to ever play. Ronnie Lott is one of the best defensive players to ever play. Hard not to talk and celebrate their greatness but there is a line. I mean look at my tagline. I feel you but…. only 2 other teams in the NFL have as much to celebrate about as we do. Thats the Cowgirls and the Steelers.
Fans stuck in the 80's are lame. Respect the past, live in the now.
by maveric_87 on Jul 5, 2009 12:57 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
When it comes to the end of Gore's career
We might be voting otherwise. Then again we’re so far along from actually contending in the playoffs, I’d probably still stick with Craig.
WELCOME TO THE ZONE.
by HHZ on Jul 5, 2009 1:20 PM PDT reply actions 0 recs
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