Golden Nuggets: Last Chance to Impress
by James Brady on Sep 4, 2009 3:00 AM PDT
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Moooorning everyone, James here with your Nuggets. It's game day, and I'm pumped. I know it's just preseason, but I'm excited nonetheless. I'm hoping to see QB Shaun Hill put out a nice, decent drive, and then I'm hoping to see Nate Davis show the same poise he's done thusfar. I don't need a monster game from him, but I'd like him to keep the good press coming. Mostly, I'm just looking forward to seeing some of the young guys and see if they can make a case for themselves. I'm hoping to be decided on our third string tight end position, and I'm hoping to see good things for either Micheal Spurlock or Dominique Zeigler. There's just a ton of question marks and hopefully a lot of questions will be answered today. On to your links.
I don't think this is news to anyone, but here's a grim reminder regardless. WR Michael Crabtree not likely to be on the field for the season opener in Arizona. (PressDemocrat.com)
The team is not going to wait for him, either. It's full steam ahead. (NFL.com)
Barrows has his own 53-man roster projection. (SacBee.com)
WR Arnaz Battle figures to make the final roster without having to perform well tonight. (PressDemocrat.com)
Here's yesterday's edition of Singletary's Notebook. (49ers.com)
Tonight is the last chance for people to impress to make the roster. (49ers.com)
It seems there aren't many spots open. In fact, only a few are up for grabs. (MercuryNews.com)
Here's a list of the players who wont be active for tonight's game. (SFGate.com)
Baas' Training Camp Diary: Talent Show. (49ers.com)
The team has established its identity, and the roster is close. (SacBee.com)
CB Dre' Bly eager to start fresh for the 49ers. Too bad, I want Tarell Brown to take his job. (Yahoo.com)
CB Nate Clements says he'll be ready for the regular season... I really hope so, because I haven't been impressed so far. (PressDemocrat.com)
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Thanks a lot man
I just read through some of the EA forums and saw the work you put in to try and make the niners more accurate. Its good to see that the 49ers thread had more responses than for any other team. As a fan stuck in north dakota (vikings territory) its good to see how much work you guys put in so us out of the area can keep up with everything. Your work is much appreciated
Fun little link
from Charles Robinson at Yahoo Sports about rushing tandems in the NFL.
hmm...
Arizona and Seattle are last… well at least we know for sure that we’re better than them at running haha
well at least we know for sure that we’re better than them at running haha
Because Robinson and Yahoo! Sports are such the authorities on who’s going to be successful.
that comment
was for those ppl that think we’re winning the the division with a 13 -3 record :D
regardless our rushing attack is better than theirs at least that’s that’s what i believe… all other aspects of the game… not so much haha
Re Barrows' roster
I was interested to note that Maiocco left a space on his for an as-yet-unnamed fullback. “A real thumper” was Matt M’s words. But Matt B made no such provision in the RB list on his roster. I tweeted him to ask whether he thought MM was incorrect, and asked whether he thought Michael Robinson would provide the FB back-up option to Norris. No word back yet. To me, in and amongst all the Player A versus Player B battles like Eric Green etc at CB and others, the most interesting little stories to roster declaration day will come later, when we see who the Niners pluck off waivers – presumably an OT and an FB?
Backup fullback
If I’m not mistaken, the 49ers have only carried one actual fullback on the roster in each of the last two seasons. I think the year before that, Keasey was on the practice squad, but they still only had Moran Norris (until he got hurt). I think having a backup fullback is a bit overrated. Maiocco is worried about Norris going down, saying that Robinson may be able to hold up and finish a game, but they need a better true FB back there if Norris injury is long-term.
My take on a backup fullback is this: cross that bridge when you get there. It makes very little sense to give up a roster spot to a backup fullback unless he’s also a very good special teams contributor (like Keasey).
Thanks for the response ...
… I guess the difference maybe now from those previous seasons is the increased impetus on the run, which maybe means the FB has a much greater role to play in helping Gore, Coffee, Sheets? But I take your point, sfgfan. I guess they always have Brit Miller on the PS if Norris was struggling, with Robinson to fill the gaps if ever needed, like you say. Will be a very interesting week next week though!
Interesting week.
Indeed it will be. Technically, there’s just over a day until the final cuts are announced, I think.
As for the focus on the run, I think Hostler was supposedly going to focus on the run, as well.
Please don't mention that name
It reminds of an ugly season, a talentless offense, highschool game plan and the poor decision making of Nolan. Basically, a grab bag of crap.
You gotta bring ass to get ass.
Here's a thought
maybe this should be a fanpost, but what about converting some failed offensive tackles to 3-4 Defensive Ends.
I’m thinking about Kwayme Harris in particular. He’s 6’7" 325. Never had a problem with his run blocking. No one wants him as a pass blocker, but maybe the inverse is where he should be. Push straight up the outside to the QB and overpower the other team’s tackle or guard.
Just because of his height he’s automatically creating pressure.
Whaddya think?
They're called RUNS for a reason.
I know we tried to convert a DL to OL
Never heard of it going the other way, I’d be intrigued but the chances of it happening are .1%
Imagine a 6'7"...
… 3-4 DE. He’s got the size, but his height may provide for some serious leverage issues. He already has a tough time playing with the proper leverage as an OT.
How is Isaac Bruce looking?
will he be the #2 or #3 WR? If he’s #2, does he have a shot at 800 yards again?
by nathan rothschild on Sep 4, 2009 9:33 AM PDT reply actions
I think...
… that the 49ers are viewing Bruce as their #1 WR, not #2 or #3. Morgan is barely holding onto the #2 spot right now, as some reporters believe Arnaz Battle is actually pushing him for that spot. If Bruce can stay healthy, I don’t see why he can’t at least get close to his production from last season.
Just read
Matt Maiocco’s article as well as:
http://content.usatoday.com/communities/thehuddle/post/2009/08/49ers-gm-on-michael-crabtree-contract-itll-get-done/1
http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/article/2009-08-31/michael-crabtree-needs-get-deal-49ers-done-now
http://blogs.nfl.com/2009/09/03/singletary-not-waiting-on-crabtree/
Just trying to get a read on what Crabtree might be waiting on. I’ll be rooting for Singletary all year, hope to see you guys in the play-offs.
First time I’ve been to your page, you guys definitely seem to have a high football IQ here.
On the field
he looks as good as advertised. Listening to his press conferences can be a little painful at times. Looks like he is getting better at it though. Bet he got a speech coach.
It really is weird seeing a Bears QB do some of the things that Cutler can do. Moving pocket, rolling out, throwing on the run (accurately), scrambling. It should be an exciting year for us.
Deion is suppose to give a Crabtree update on NFL Network tonight
I’ve heard indications that Deion is apart of the Crabtree camp so whatever information he passes along can be taken as Crabtree’s unofficial stance heading into the regular season.
Oh dear...
Deion will make this all about Deion.. and his friend not getting the respect he deserves. I hope someone on the set will remind that Crabs was the #10 choice, passed up by nine teams who felt there was better talent, and is being offered a more than generous contract. Not holding my breath…
You gotta bring ass to get ass.
When he gets to cocky...
They should always flash a picture of him in 1989, jheri curl and all. Or perhaps the great John Taylor beating him for a 97 yard touchdown in 1991.
You gotta bring ass to get ass.
He set the bench mark for
TO and and others for mouth and crassness so no big surprise that Crabbtree and he are homies.
So true
I find him funny on NFL Network highlight show but he always defends WRs and DBs even when they should be called out on their poor play/attitudes or mistakes. With Deion it’s always the fault of the coach/coordinator/QB/owner/media, never the jerk. That he is determined to defend T.O. and DeAngello Hall over the years says a great deal. So I’m guessing tonight’s Crabtree comment will point the finger to John York, Scotty Mac, Sing and/or the agent.
You gotta bring ass to get ass.
Just to quick paraphrase
Deion stated Crabtree is serious about sitting out the entire season. He won’t settle for less money because he feels agents cost him draft slot and knows of two teams that called the 49ers willing to pay Crabtree the money in a trade.
Oh Deion...
His argument had some flawed logic. If Crabs is using this logic I can forgive him for being young but it seems what he needs is adult advice from someone with perspective. That should be his agent. If he’s receiving poor advice or is too stubborn to listen, then he’s too dumb for our team. I wouldn’t want a guy like that playing for us and taking up a significant cap space and carrying around big expectations. He has yet to play a down in the NFL and seems to think he deserves a great deal more than what is already offered in a fair manner. Whether or not he ever signs, I’m troubled by this feeling of being “special” and that other draft picks got pushed around. They didn’t. They realized they needed to get into camp and play football, then earn more money in their next contract.
You gotta bring ass to get ass.
Matt Maiocco story
MM stated in comments today that the Niners can actually trade Crabtree if they don’t sign him. The dates he said are between March 1, 2010 and April 22, 2010.
I’m asking if this true because the concensus was that the Niners couldn’t at all.
I don't think...
… the consensus was “at all.” The consensus (because of the wording in the CBA) was that the 49ers couldn’t trade him at all for the rest of this football year (which ends at the end of February).
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