Golden Nuggets: Backups or not, I'm pumped
by James Brady on Sep 1, 2010 3:01 AM PDT
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Good morning everyone. We're one day away from our final game of the exhibition season and I'm excited. Obviously, the fourth game will not be indicative of many things for the team as far as starters and the like are concerned, but it should be telling for some of the backup position battles, of which there are many. One cool thing I'm doing today is potentially obtaining a Jeff Ulbrich autograph. Some of you may remember that he's my favorite 49er of all time and I was on a quest to obtain one - well, business and things of that nature derailed it. But I had someone get at me on Twitter yesterday, and... well, I'll have a post about this if it goes through, which would be totally awesome. Anyway, I've got your links for today, enjoy and what not.
We heard something from Crabtree finally - he says he's fine to play but it's up to the coaches, though he did also show some support for Alex Smith, which is nice. (MercuryNews.com)
It's been said before, but it's worth another look: Singletary isn't very pleased with the backup quarterback situation. (PressDemocrat.com)
Here's a good article on NaVorro Bowman. I like him even more now that I know a bit about his story. (SFGate.com)
Michael Crabtree and Vernon Davis are practicing again and both appear ready to play, though they're not likely to tomorrow. (CSNBayArea.com)
There's a lot of bubble players on the 49ers right now, and they're hoping their bubble doesn't bop. Colorful. (SacBee.com)
Alex Smith feels as though he's earned the right to be a leader, and I'm inclined to agree with him. Godspeed, Mr. Smith. (CSNBayArea.com)
The team isn't making it immediately known how they'll be playing their starters tomorrow, but at least one player wants to see them all play: Frank Gore. (MercuryNews.com)
The 49ers will look to carry their preseason momentum into the opener. We had better beat the Seahawks. (Yahoo.com)
Reggie Smith and Taylor Mays were definitely the deciding factors in Michael Lewis getting a pay cut. (SacBee.com)
Maiocco answers some FAQs from his readers. (CSNBayArea.com)
Travis LaBoy is riding a "wave" onto the roster. Uh, cool. (SFGate.com)
Yesterday On Niners Nation
Golden Nuggets: Moving right along (Ninjames)
San Francisco 49ers vs San Diego Chargers: A Preseason Prospector's Guide (Fooch)
Michael Lewis Restructuring: Is the end near for him as a 49er? (Ninjames)
Johnsonville Rush For 2,000 Yards Challenge (Fooch)
San Francisco 49ers Around SB Nation (Fooch)
49ers Contract Situations: Who gets extended first? (Ninjames)
2010 NFL season: 49ers QB Alex Smith and his offensive weapons (Fooch)
Today On Niners Nation(All times pacific and subject to change)
7:00 a.m. 49ers vs Chargers: Five Questions with Bolts from the Blue (Fooch)
11:00 a.m. 49ers-Chargers: The World According To Madden (Ninjames)
More later of course.
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Every team says that their qb suddenly became a leader over the offseason but I honestly believe that Smith became a leader in the huddle and the team.
by manraj7 on Sep 1, 2010 7:05 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
.....
Either you have what it takes to be a leader, or you dont… And im sorry but Alex is NO WHERE NEAR a leader. I think he is going to have a decent season but dont get your hopes to high.
You don't have to be some unquestioned leader to win football games
If he wins games this year, who cares if he’s some timid kid?
Eli Manning looks like a timid kid
and he won games way before he became a team leader.
by ZeroOneInfinity on Sep 1, 2010 7:45 AM PDT up reply actions
I didn't say one bit about my expectations for this season.
And then God created Saturn... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it.
Twitter me and what not.
fact
This season, next season, a couple seasons after that… Some of you guys are fading away from reality, we are in a weak division and we have a pretty good team, a decent coach, but Alex is not going to take us to win 3-4 SBs, i hope so, but….. i don’t think so.
I think Alex is a great guy, but…. lets say not a productive QB or a Leader… When was the last time Alex managed a comeback win?…. Again i like him as a person, he seems like a great guy, but some of you guys are going to be disappointed
3-4 super bowls?????
Payton Manning is the best QB in the league and he’s won one in his entire career. Maybe it’s you who needs to check in with reality. The salary cap nearly prevents any dynasty from happening anymore. There are QBs who’ll never once reach the playoffs in their entire career, so Smith is doing good for himself if he plays average and wins a single playoff game.
Nobody once mentioned anything about what’s going to happen after this season.
by 9thevolution on Sep 1, 2010 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions
I think you are confusing expectations
As a team, I expect the team to do great. Alex really does not have to do much. His job is to not lose games.
I think the only difference here is that I am willing to see what Alex can do this season whereas you have already written him off. He’s our best option this season. Might as well see what he can do.
by ZeroOneInfinity on Sep 1, 2010 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions
It's no wonder why people hate on Alex
There expecting him to win 3-4 superbowls, I bet you also thought he was going to win one his first year on the team. i can understand people’s expectations but why dont we bring it down a bit. Like 9thevolution said Manning is the best QB in the league and he’s only won 1 SB. If Alex can lead us to the playoffs and not lose games for us Id be happy with it. But if he plays like Sh*# and we dont make the playoffs especially when this division is ours for the taking Id expect the team to move on without him. It’s your time Alex get it done
Either way I don't see...
the 49er stand pat on QB’s anymore. No more wishing on 7th round scrubs as potential starters, ala Donahue era.
Well, we're waiting....
(for David Carr to start by week 7)
Fact?
How the hell do you know what I think? Please don’t come on here and assume you’ve been reading everything I write, because I’ve been one of the biggest anti-Smith guys on this website.
And then God created Saturn... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it.
Twitter me and what not.
Didn't mean for that to come off so... jerk-ish.
Just, yeah – I’m not a fan of Smith, I never have been, and it will take a helluva lot to become one, so, there’s that.
And then God created Saturn... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it.
Twitter me and what not.
banned x10
And then God created Saturn... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it.
Twitter me and what not.
You obviously don't understand styles of leadership
So that’s all I’ll bother saying to you.
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Sep 1, 2010 10:36 AM PDT up reply actions
Having worked with several different styles
I must say I preferred the guys that had earned my respect and didn’t have to force it. Some guys are born to talk a leadership game, (the guys that demand people follow them without leading by example), some guys learn to walk a leadership role, (the guys that have earned it by hardwork and overcoming adversity).
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Sep 1, 2010 10:39 AM PDT up reply actions
I was responding to myself
as I am doing right now
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Sep 1, 2010 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions
Fooch...
has been “referenced” over at PFR:
http://www.pro-football-reference.com/blog/?p=6956
Well, we're waiting....
(for David Carr to start by week 7)
and SBN was mentioned in the LA Times
Alex Boone WON'T survive on the PS...in fact, he wont even clear waivers.
Let's talk on Twitter
Blegh!...
They mention Bleacher Report in the same article.
Well, we're waiting....
(for David Carr to start by week 7)
I know
bad company
Alex Boone WON'T survive on the PS...in fact, he wont even clear waivers.
Let's talk on Twitter
Pro-football-reference ended the article with a great line also:
This is certainly a make or break season for Smith, and if he can take a step forward in 2010, the 49ers may once again be on the precipice of another period of dominance.
thanks
They’re one of my favorite sites when it comes to historical info.
by David Fucillo on Sep 1, 2010 9:47 AM PDT up reply actions
Chase Stuart..
Someone started a thread about him over @ FootballGuys Free For All. He is known as somewhat of a stat guru/geek.
http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=493675&hl=chase+stuart
Top 10 Running Backs in a 4th and 27 Situation When Trailing By 14 or More Points in the 2nd Quarter When a Rookie Left Tackle Is Starting Their First Game In A Dome Against a 3-4 Defense
LOL.
Well, we're waiting....
(for David Carr to start by week 7)
awesome
I’ve always pondered that very stat!
by David Fucillo on Sep 1, 2010 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions
Gotta love the FootballGuys forums..
You should sign up. It’s free, and the Shark Pool is $$$ for you Fantasy Geeks. Stuart is on staff there @ FootballGuys.
http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index.php?act=idx
Well, we're waiting....
(for David Carr to start by week 7)
I was thinking.
If goldson leaves at the end of 2011 can Mays and Smith both take over a starting job.
by manraj7 on Sep 1, 2010 9:50 AM PDT via mobile reply actions
That's very likely what would happen
The only other thing I can see is them persuing a veteran FA that isn’t pricey and has coverage skills better than Lewis. I’d bet on them starting Mays and Smith though.
We'll let Goldson walk
Then use the money we’ve saved by switching to Geico to sign Revis Island.
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Sep 1, 2010 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions
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