Delanie Walker, Joe Hastings Updates
by David Fucillo on Dec 28, 2011 3:00 PM PST
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PrintI'm about to hop on a plane back to San Francisco but I wanted to get some news updates posted before I head out. It's been an under-the-radar busy day for the 49ers as they deal with injury and roster decisions.
According to Matt Maiocco, practice squad receiver Joe Hastings is expected to get the promotion to the 53-man roster in place of Braylon Edwards. Terrell Owens shot out a tweet to Donte Whitner earlier today indicating interesting in joining the 49ers, but the 49ers appear to have worked out no veterans to replace Edwards. If you're wondering why the team would go with Hastings over TO or any other veteran, MM properly verbalizes many of the reasons for going with Hastings:
- He's been studying the playbook for 22 weeks and worked with Alex in training camp
- He's healthy
- Can contribute on special teams
- Ran low of 4.42 in Pro Day workout
I know some people think TO is an "obvious" upgrade, but Football Ops (and the rest of the NFL) disagrees with that. I would have been intrigued by at least a workout, but if they think they know what's what with TO, then so be it.
In other news, Matt Barrows tweeted that 49ers players indicated tight end Delanie Walker currently has his jaw wired shut and is on a liquid diet. This is further confirmation he suffered a broken jaw when he was inadvertently kicked in the jaw during last weekend's 49ers-Seahawks game.
There is still no indication of when Walker might return, although a broken jaw is a tough one. Basketball players have played with broken jaws before, but there are no such similarities that I can find with football. Coach Harbaugh said Walker would be reevaluated next week, so we'll have to wait and see on his playoff availability. The team has held off placing him on IR as they think he can be back in time for playoff action. If next week the delay looks to continue, the team might have to bite the bullet and IR him to bring up a guy like Konrado Reuland for the playoffs.
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Walker's injury sounds like way more than a "fracture"
He’s probably out for 5 weeks, which means he could be back for the superbowl.
provided of course
we make it that far…
by Doni S on Dec 28, 2011 3:41 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
similarity?
When Anquan Boldin broke his orbital didn’t he also break his jaw? I thought he was back playing very soon after that injury, relatively speaking.
by baumannm2209 on Dec 28, 2011 3:15 PM PST via mobile reply actions
I think Delanie is tough guy, but it should be noted Anquan Boldin is one of the toughest SOBs to ever play.
Not many guys could have come back from his injury as fast as he did.
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yep
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by SportsChicken on Dec 28, 2011 6:46 PM PST up reply actions
Welker runs faster than 4.6 too
Those are conservative 40 times, I imagine.
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by SportsChicken on Dec 28, 2011 6:46 PM PST up reply actions
Wes Welker's pretty good
I’d like a Wes Welker on the team
I'm just a simple Giants fan trying to make my way in the universe.
by Tim Lincecum's Bong on Dec 28, 2011 3:30 PM PST up reply actions
KW is better.
"I believe in you guys in the media. I believe that you will find a way to doubt this team. Just as long as what's written is written against us we'll be happy." - Jim Harbaugh
by SanFranciscoKnights on Dec 28, 2011 3:42 PM PST up reply actions
hahahahaha
No….
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by SportsChicken on Dec 28, 2011 6:50 PM PST up reply actions
Are you being serious?
have you seen him play in College or something to say this?
Just a joke
Like how people compare every black QB to Vick or Culpepper and every white WR to Welker or Nelson.
Although the measurables indicate their size is pretty similar.
The truth about jaw fractures
It’s really up to how the player feels once those wires come off. If the wires come off in a week, and Delanie is a tough SOB, he won’t miss any additional time than the Rams game (considering the bye week if the team secures it). If the wires take two weeks to come off, I’d expect him to miss the first week of the playoffs even with a bye.
Let’s hope the fracture heals quickly and Delanie won’t miss any significant time.
by Andrew Davidson on Dec 28, 2011 3:28 PM PST reply actions
It's certainly sketchy to play like that
After having jaw surgery my doc told me not to spar or get punched in the mouth for a minimum 6 months. It’s the playoffs but I wouldn’t be surprised if he is very tentative about taking contact.
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Dec 28, 2011 6:10 PM PST up reply actions
Playing WR is risky enough... I don't think you could play any defensive position, O-line or RB/TE while recovering from it.
QB or WR it’s still possible. Don’t expect Delanie to play much.
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Dec 28, 2011 6:16 PM PST up reply actions
Since we really haven't heard anything, I wonder how bad of a break it is?
Also, how can they protect the jaw in a new helmet so that he doesn’t hurt it again this offseason?
"Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, either way, YOU'RE RIGHT !"
Tell you what I like Hastings demeanor...
Seems “well put up there”, if you know what I mean. Confident but humble!!
http://www.washburn.edu/alumni/Features/JoeHastings.html
Q: Why did you pick the 49ers?
A: They called first and were the most interested. I also liked Coach (Jim) Harbaugh a lot.
Q: How tough was it waiting through the NFL lockout?
A: That was pretty nerve-racking. We knew it was going to be a scramble once the lockout ended. I’m thankful it worked out.
Q: If somebody told you 10-15 years ago that you’d be this close to playing in the NFL, what would you say?
A: I’d believe it. It’s been my goal for as long as I can remember, and I’ve worked extremely hard to get to this point.
Q: What’s the competition like for a roster spot?
A: It’s good, very good. It’s the NFL. These guys are the best of the best. You can’t take a play off. You have to beat the best to make it here.
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
The Most Interesting Man In The World---->Mikhail Prokhorov!!!
I hope it works out for him now knowing this...
http://cjonline.com/sports/football/2011-07-26/wus-hastings-signs-49ers
"Joe has worked very, very hard to get this opportunity," WU coach Craig Schurig said. "He put in all the work and now he gets an opportunity to show them what he can do. He’s one of those guys that the more he can stay with them, the more they’re going to be impressed with him."
Hastings’ successful senior season came after he was forced to redshirt in 2009 with a torn knee ligament, the second of his career with the Ichabods.
"The knee injuries really motivated me to come back and work even harder," Hastings said.
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
The Most Interesting Man In The World---->Mikhail Prokhorov!!!
by Kidd2Petrovic on Dec 28, 2011 3:50 PM PST up reply actions
Nice insight to this kid
"When they pull the chains off, I’ll come back just as strong as when I left, if not better" - 52
yea highly self-motivated to do his best with the limited opportunities he gets...
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
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by Kidd2Petrovic on Dec 28, 2011 4:03 PM PST up reply actions
I'm just stoked
To have another kid from my state of Kansas play for my favorite team. S’one definite reason why I’m pullin for him.
by TLich on Dec 28, 2011 4:22 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
because he’s Frank Gore’s friend
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by nostocksjustbonds on Dec 28, 2011 3:53 PM PST up reply actions
they're waiting for a trade offer they like.
Unfortunately giving up Moran and future draft picks for free has no takers yet.
by wtlichens on Dec 28, 2011 4:17 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
If Miller goes down who will fill in?
Walker has a busted jaw and looks like he may be headed to the IR. Do you think Dixon is going to play FB? Norris may fall down before touching anyone, but he know how to play the position.
by Critical Roach on Dec 28, 2011 4:38 PM PST up reply actions
More like Joe...
He just made the ProThing
by Critical Roach on Dec 28, 2011 5:43 PM PST up reply actions
He is never active anyways.
I’m sure if they do cut him and need him later that he will still be around.
How do rosters work in the playoffs?
Can they just cut and bring him back?
by Critical Roach on Dec 28, 2011 5:43 PM PST up reply actions
I believe thay can make 1 move a week.
I’m not for sure though. I think I remember hearing that back when they signed Charles Haley for the playoffs. That of course was a long time ago.
Falling down in front of Frank is not really "playing the position".
Miller did awesome, but Norris set the bar pretty darn low! Maybe we have another beast on the D-line waiting to get some love. I would certainly take Justin Smith beating a few guys senseless (and the certain penalties that is bound to incur).
Nobody
If Miller goes down stop running fullback sets. Putting Moran Norris in the game is like starting to play 10 on 12.
Every time Jamie Dukes says something enlightening and informative about football Jerry Rice and I mount up on our flying grizzly bears and claim pirate treasure from the moon. That's how often it happens.
Every injury is different
and every body’s healing ability is different, so obviously this comparison doesn’t mean that Walker will recover in a similar.
But my college QB had his jaw broken a couple years ago. Kevin Prince was out for 3-4 weeks after fracturing his jaw (though I can’t remember which it was, three or four). So maybe 3-4 weeks is an educated guess?
Here’s hoping it’s a speedy and full recovery.
they worked out Chris Chambers in October. I wouldn’t mind see what he can do.
"There was no torture in the end. Only rapture." - Mike Krukow
Flags Fly Forever
"Orlando before Zod" doesn't have the same nice ring to it.
Official Sponsor of the 1997 San Francisco Giants
by nostocksjustbonds on Dec 28, 2011 3:54 PM PST reply actions
but absolutely NO T.O.
"There was no torture in the end. Only rapture." - Mike Krukow
Flags Fly Forever
"Orlando before Zod" doesn't have the same nice ring to it.
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by nostocksjustbonds on Dec 28, 2011 3:54 PM PST up reply actions
I'm ready to see what Hastings can do.
"When they pull the chains off, I’ll come back just as strong as when I left, if not better" - 52
Promoting Joe Hastings makes the most sense.
Alex Smith needs to have a good “football” relationship with his receivers for both to be effective. Hastings’s also worked out extensively with Alex Smith during the lockout, the team knows him, he knows the team, and he will not be a negative impact on the chemistry of the team. This is also good long term for the team as everyone can see what Hastings can do on the field during live games.
"You know whats funny? I always thought uhm dogs lay eggs and I learned something new today" Peter Griffin
Wouldn't you just know it?
That Harbaugh was going to do whatever was in the best interest of the team in his mind. He didn’t release Braylon without already knowing what he was going to do. At least I seriously doubt it. Is it any coincidence that Alex has been throwing to Joe during warmups these last few weeks?
by whatsURdeal on Dec 28, 2011 4:17 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Joe Hastings
is the next Jerry Rice
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
Hey we have no room for logic here
:D
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Dec 28, 2011 4:37 PM PST up reply actions
Jerry Rice
is a former Joe Hastings.
by Mindless on Dec 28, 2011 4:46 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
JOEHASTINGSISOURFUTURE!
Not a troll
by Riding The F Train on Dec 28, 2011 6:48 PM PST up reply actions
I had a broken Jaw when i was younger , it was the upper Jaw ...
… but i also broke , well i guess it was my entire face a hundred stitches to boot , but a broken Jaw is a six week process for the most part , the worse part is after sucking anything you can through a straw for that amount of time , your just dying for some real food, but after they take the wires out it’s another week to Ten days before your Jaw muscles are up to par to do so …!!
I'm your " Huckelberry "...it's just my game ..( .AleX ) was asked , what do you think about all the game manager talk ... AleX i guess i just managed myself a VIctory ... Extend the Man ...!!
Lol yah
remember trying to open your mouth wide enough to fit a hamburger in? It felt like forever before I could fit a sandwich or burger in my mouth.
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Dec 28, 2011 6:13 PM PST up reply actions
Rite , had my Dad stop at a burger place right after i got them out & was like holly F%&k me , this ain't gonna work ...!!e
I'm your " Huckelberry "...it's just my game ..( .AleX ) was asked , what do you think about all the game manager talk ... AleX i guess i just managed myself a VIctory ... Extend the Man ...!!
Is that why you never post any pics?
I imagine breaking your whole face musta left a few scars.
What a wack foo
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by SportsChicken on Dec 28, 2011 6:54 PM PST up reply actions
Antonio Margarito had his face broken by paqioua; it all depends
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by HUNGRY HUNTER on Dec 28, 2011 7:37 PM PST up reply actions
Ok fine ...!!
I'm your " Huckelberry "...it's just my game ..( .AleX ) was asked , what do you think about all the game manager talk ... AleX i guess i just managed myself a VIctory ... Extend the Man ...!!
by Edggy on Dec 28, 2011 7:48 PM PST up reply actions 3 recs
rec lol
"You know whats funny? I always thought uhm dogs lay eggs and I learned something new today" Peter Griffin
by HUNGRY HUNTER on Dec 28, 2011 10:55 PM PST up reply actions
I really like what the team has done with the PS guys!
Made them a real part of the team with weekly rewards. They all know the play book and actually have a chance to contribute. Hastings is Alex pre-game warm up receiver so they already have a working relationship. If Walker goes on IR ( which will suck ass ) then we may need two of these guys. Bringing them into the fold from day one could be a huge plus going into the playoffs.
I broke my jaw a few years ago
It was wired shut for 6-8 weeks, can’t remember the exact time, but it was Ensure through a straw several times a day, and once the wires were taken out I still had a hard time eating for a few days. I doubt we’ll have Delanie back this year unfortunately.
Or, they just won't let Walker eat during the games!
"Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, either way, YOU'RE RIGHT !"
lol
"You know whats funny? I always thought uhm dogs lay eggs and I learned something new today" Peter Griffin
by HUNGRY HUNTER on Dec 28, 2011 7:37 PM PST up reply actions
BRAYLONEDWARDSWASOURFUTURE!!
Not a troll
by Riding The F Train on Dec 28, 2011 5:18 PM PST reply actions
The only thing Norris should be doing is helping the waterboy. Perhaps cleaning the rest rooms.
by bmcrae83@yahoo.com on Dec 28, 2011 6:46 PM PST reply actions
Hastings sounds good on paper
Like to get Payton Hillis in, even though he reminds me of Jethro Boudin of the Beverly Hillbillies.
Hillis turned his whole team against him
Guy is a turd
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Dec 28, 2011 7:10 PM PST up reply actions
Peele or Reuland could fill in at FB if needed.
by bmcrae83@yahoo.com on Dec 28, 2011 6:49 PM PST reply actions
Tight end who played with jaw wired shut in NYC.
A tight end in New York, in the 80’s or early 90’s, played with a broken jaw wired shut. It was Jets or Giants; I can’t remember. He was a good player, a starter and very good receiver and blocker. (I’ll see if i can
“On Dec. 1 1986, New York Giants tight end Mark Bavaro cements his reputation as one of the toughest men in the NFL. With the Giants trailing, Bavaro catches an innocent pass from Phil Simms over the middle. It takes nearly seven 49ers defenders to finally drag him down, some of which are carried for almost 20 yards, including future Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott. Bavaro’s inspiring play jump starts the Giants, who win the game and eventually the Super Bowl.”13 This reputation as a tough player was further cemented later in the season when he played for six weeks with a broken jaw that forced him to sip food through a straw.[14] He continued to establish his reputation as an excellent blocker during the season,10 and was described as “the premier tight end” in the league by 49ers’ coach Bill Walsh before the team’s playoff matchup
Holy sweetness….. So ur saying there’s a chance
by mrb24 on Dec 28, 2011 7:30 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
why not?
"You know whats funny? I always thought uhm dogs lay eggs and I learned something new today" Peter Griffin
by HUNGRY HUNTER on Dec 28, 2011 7:39 PM PST up reply actions
You hadda remind us of THAT game?
Although that wasn’t nearly as bad as the NFC Divisional Game at Giants Stadium a few weeks later. The one that started with #80 fumbling a would be TD, saw Joey knocked out the game, and landed us up the wrong side of 49-3. Ah the days… Seriously though, Mark Bavaro was one of the Great Ones. I “hated” him. Seriously.
follow ronnie lott and cut the darn thing off!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"You know whats funny? I always thought uhm dogs lay eggs and I learned something new today" Peter Griffin
by HUNGRY HUNTER on Dec 28, 2011 7:38 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Why so much hate for t.o???
I dont understand how anybody could think bringing a practice squad player into the playoffs is a better choice than picking up T.O.
Funny , not just anybody ... The Head Coach Of The San Fransico 49ers , if you didn't know , his name is HARBAUGH ...!!
I'm your " Huckelberry "...it's just my game ..( .AleX ) was asked , what do you think about all the game manager talk ... AleX i guess i just managed myself a VIctory ... Extend the Man ...!!
And I don't understand how a fan can think they know about who could contribute better than Harbaugh.
The coaching staff has pushed the right buttons so far, and if they thought T.O. could contribute and not be a detriment to the team I’m sure they would have brought him in.
Twitter: @Joshuahss
Coaching staff has been wrong in how to use Taylor Mays. They are not infallible
I might add I – yes me – I was correct in how to use him. Safety/LB hybrid. The bungles used him to man cover Owen Daniels who was absolutely torching them to the tune of 7 catches for 100 yards. In the 20-some plays Taylor covered him man-to-man Owen caught 0 for 0 yards.
Gimme 1 round!
by ItBurnzWhenIP on Dec 29, 2011 4:08 PM PST up reply actions
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