49ers Lose NFC Championship Game: This One Is Gonna Sting For A While
by David Fucillo on Jan 22, 2012 7:42 PM PST
in San Francisco 49ers Game Recap, Review 2011
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PrintIt doesn't get much worse than that. The 49ers had chances to win this game and advance to Super Bowl XLVI, and instead the season is over. This one is going to sting all offseason and beyond. The chances were there and it didn't happen. I don't know what else to say. This is about as low as it can get. Yes it is amazing the team got into this position, but right here, right now, that does not make it any easier to accept what just happened.
I don't know what the posting schedule will be like the next day or two. Right now I just want to dig a hole and hide from the world. Given how old I was at the time of the Roger Craig fumble/Matt Bahr kick, I didn't quite grasp the enormity of it. This one stings like no other loss. I'm happy to look at the bright future some other time.
As for Kyle Williams struggles, he will be the goat for this game, but he and others who struggled have bright moments. Complain all you want, but no need for personal attacks on players who have done so much for this team this year.
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SOOOOOO fucking CLOSE
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Eventually, I will be proud of this team and this year's return to glory....
Right now, it’s a painful sting to know a Super Bowl trip just slipped right through Kyle Williams’ fingers.
"Lord, beer me strength."
by TexansDC on Jan 22, 2012 7:44 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
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Thank you 49ers
For being entertaining, for working hard, for solidifying your potential by beleiving in one another as a team to maximize efficiency when you were the underdogs. Thank you for being relevant and perserveing and showing us what faith and courage looks like. Thank you for a wonderful year and there isnt a thing to be ashamed about. WE the Niners Nation are Faithful and We like you are PROUD!
by dalien82 on Jan 22, 2012 8:57 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Twice
I was at this game, and the Roger Craig fumble game.
I am getting to really hate the Giants.
And the Niners’ self-destruction.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
by achiappanza on Jan 22, 2012 11:40 PM PST up reply actions
stop going to 49er/Giants playoff games
please for the sake of you fellow fans
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
did you also attend
the 44-3 Niners blowout of the Giants in, what, 1994?
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With Coach Zorro on our side, we will slice opponents to ribbons. Tim Tebow gives me hope and I already have faith and charity in my heart! I see a propitious future rife with Lombardis for our Broncos!
by the new Bradfather on Jan 23, 2012 11:46 AM PST up reply actions
we're gonna fix this offense
and be back twice as strong next year
Got love for the WCC.
by SnakesOnAPlane on Jan 22, 2012 7:45 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
wow..I don't know why i said williams
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:12 PM PST up reply actions
Oh wait..
Yeah I know what I was trying to stay…by getting Josh Morgan back and never having kyle wiliams return punts ever again
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:13 PM PST up reply actions
also
getting a big play receiver or two and maybe another running back.
Got love for the WCC.
by SnakesOnAPlane on Jan 22, 2012 8:16 PM PST up reply actions
Braylon Edwards was supposed to be that receiver
wtf
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:20 PM PST up reply actions
Braylon Edwards is never the answer
Brad James
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by the new Bradfather on Jan 23, 2012 11:46 AM PST up reply actions
I heard the cardinals is going to try n get peyton,n i don't think we need a QB
i like alex n next year he will know this offense straight up n down get rid of greg roman he needs 2 go what about that reverse he tried with kyle when it was raining hard we almost loss that ball!!!!
by Jayubb415rebirth on Jan 22, 2012 8:41 PM PST up reply actions
Don't think that's a valid rumor.
They’re going to give Kolb a full offseason and regular season before pulling the leash.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:56 PM PST up reply actions
please none of this
Proud die-hard of the NFC West Champion San Francisco 49ers!
Whose got it better than us??? NOBODY!
by MetsKnicksRutgers on Jan 22, 2012 7:53 PM PST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
Agreed
The Giants played hard.
We should have won, but….Kyle Williams.
What we've got here is a failure to communicate.
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Sorry, I don't see it
Our offense didn’t show up today. It was not Williams’ fault.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah
Giving the other team possession deep in your own territory twice at the end of the game is not your fault at all!
The whole point of this country is if you want to eat garbage, balloon up to 600 pounds and die of a heart attack at 43, you can! You are free to do so. To me, that's beautiful.---Ron Swanson
Look, returned is not his primary role
He had some great returns giving us excellent filed position and we couldn’t always capitalize on it.
What we saw at the end was likely someone trying too hard to make something out of nothing (a lot like prior seasons) to make up for lack of production. That bit us in the ass (as it often did in prior seasons).
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:08 PM PST up reply actions
Primary role or not
Moving away from a poor punt is basic Returning 101. I still consider Williams a good receiver but he’s always made poor decisions when returning. He should never have the opportunity to return again.
I don't have a pen.
Sorry
Alex Smith was running for his life the whole day, the reasons no WR got close to a catch was that Alex Smith did not have the 3 seconds to get them the football.
His 2 TDs were the results of blown coverage, without those Smith average 4yd per pass and SF average 4.5 per play. The Giants D blown up the SF offense and the Giants Off control the ball all day.
by a hay on Jan 22, 2012 10:26 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
no, KYLE Lost it
muff 1 return, fine, I’ll let it go; muffing 2 is inexcusable, especially when it leads the Giants to the winning FG
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
this is how I see it too
9er/chiefs fan from berlin – berlin is in germany – not a native speaker – mistakes may occur
Not me
The first was a mental error of indecision. The second was the kind of thing that happens. Muff 1 was worse, and it led to a TD.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
by achiappanza on Jan 22, 2012 11:41 PM PST up reply actions
He didnt muff TWO
He muffed ONE…The last one credit that to the Giants, fumbles like that can happen. The first one was the stupid mistake IMO. Fuck he could of just let the fucking ball GO
"I hate it! It looks like a stickup at 7-Eleven. Five guys standing there with their hands in the air."
Norm Sloan
"We have a great bunch of outside shooters. Unfortunately, all our games are played indoors."
Weldon Drew
He shouldn’t have been within 20 yards of the first one. I was screaming that before I even thought that it hit him.
Found it odd how he tried to sell that it didn’t hit him, even after the review overturned it. He have known it hit him, but was still arguing it.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
I don't get why he
at first, made a move to run for the ball, then stopped right after. I’m thinking he knew he touched it, but also thought that he could just “play it off” and pretend in never happened. Running after the ball clearly indicates it touched him but by walking away, I think that he thought he could get away with it.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:18 PM PST up reply actions
Yea, as you say, running after it is almost a dead giveaway, so if they didn’t overturn it, he actually kind of looks like a genius. Usually it is sort of a gut reaction to go after it.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
Even if that's what he was thinking
In the age of replay that shit won’t fly. He should’ve gotten after it.
WWJHD?
Fumbles like that happen
when you carry the ball away from your body and are making zero effort to secure it
Good season, everyone.
This was an unexpectedly long and enjoyable ride, and I’m glad I got the chance to enjoy it with you all.
by jveezy on Jan 22, 2012 7:45 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
This one hurts more than 1990
Fuck you Kyle Williams.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
his play calling was really bad
Rule #1) If you hate Joe Buck, watch this www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkCSZKbyL94
Rule #2) Follow rule #1
the run game was working the whole game and we barely ran the entire 4th quarter
Rule #1) If you hate Joe Buck, watch this www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkCSZKbyL94
Rule #2) Follow rule #1
yeah, dunno
why we abandoned the run…
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
So this...
Abandoning the run was so inexcusable. I’d like to hear Harbaugh’s justification on that one.
"The principle is competing against yourself. It's about self improvement, about being better than you were the day before." ~Steve Young #8
by Young_To_Rice on Jan 22, 2012 8:18 PM PST up reply actions
Who knows who calls the plays with these guys
What we do know for sure is that Kyle Williams sucks at returning punts.
What we've got here is a failure to communicate.
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:47 PM PST up reply actions
What we do know for sure is that Kyle Williams sucks atreturning puntsholding onto the ball
Flem: "Tim are you enjoying the party?"
Timmy: "That would be a fair assumption."
His head was not in the game
1) Kyle had NO BUSINESS dancing with the football and playing grab-ass with it — Either catch it or get away from it and;
2) Everyone is going after the ball in OVERTIME. Be aware of the game and protect the ball.
Williams did neither.
In addition, he’s not even an average wide-out. He needs to go and we need to draft some receivers. Beyond Crabs there is no one.
by Ninerpoints on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I started observing how risky his with the ball in the Saints game
When he picked that ball off the ground on the bounce. Caught up with him today.
He plays super risky.
Do you guys remember an earlier punt where he LAID OUT for the ball right next to a Giants defender? I thought that one would have been dropped as well.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:24 PM PST up reply actions
Agreed.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
I would not complain if we cut him
How stupid can you be??
by mrg80 on Jan 22, 2012 7:46 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Get a grip
Have you ever fucked up?
"One game at a time. Let's just keep it rolling." Justin Smith
by riderless on Jan 22, 2012 7:49 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Maybe he has
Or maybe he would’ve called for a fair catch.
Kyle Williams should already be out of town and not come back.
by slutzy on Jan 22, 2012 7:52 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
dropping the ball is fucking up
being a complete idiot over and over is inexcusable and incurable
by mrg80 on Jan 22, 2012 7:54 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Agreed.
If your are not going to return the ball, stay the fuck away from it. If you are going to return it, have two fucking hands on the ball. How fucking hard is it? Anyone who can’t understand such basics should not be on special teams. And since he’s also useless at WR, he should be cut.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
To be fair he did have two hands on it.
Just didn’t bring it into his body
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:15 PM PST up reply actions
When they showed the replay, it looked like he had the ball in his right hand.
His left hand was just kind of hanging out in the area. Though my eyes aren’t that great, particularly through a cloud of seething anger, so perhaps the hand was touching a bit.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
Well maybe I didn't really watch the replay enough times
I can’t go back and see it again. It makes me sick
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:21 PM PST up reply actions
Hey man it is what it is
He was back there doing what he could
That is uncalled for Fear the Tree
Shame on you
"One game at a time. Let's just keep it rolling." Justin Smith
how so?
That idiot cost us the game. I’m shocked he didn’t fumble earlier when he dove at a punt. Dove at a punt?? wtf
by mrg80 on Jan 22, 2012 7:50 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
Agreed.
He showed a complete lack of good sense all game.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
Kyle's the goat
but I blame Roman’s piss poor playcalling more than anything else. Kyle should never have been returning punts.
Yeah he would have been the next guy.
Especially being a RB, Kendall would have done a much better job securing the ball.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:57 PM PST up reply actions
I think he would've been better
no way of knowing, but like afrika said he has more experience securing the ball
1990 was bad
Was our first year of season tickets. Would have been Steve Young’s first Super Bowl.
Dammit, just dammit. They both really sucked.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
by achiappanza on Jan 22, 2012 11:46 PM PST up reply actions
No excuse
Kyle Williams is the only reason it went to OT, and then he has the nerve to let the ball get fingered out of his arms
If you're in the way, get outta the way. If you're outta the way, get in the way, then get outta the way.
by NinerBroheem on Jan 22, 2012 7:45 PM PST via mobile reply actions
GOT NEEDS TO BE SHOT
THEY SHOULDV’E BROUGHT IN A VETERAN PUNT RETURNER-THIS WAS THE DIFFERENCE IN THE GAME.
R train to Bay Ridge Brooklyn!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
shot?
like seriously? give me a fucking break it’s a game
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
by 49erLou on Jan 22, 2012 8:23 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
HE SINGLE HANDEDLY COST THEM THE GAME
ITS THAT SIMPLE
R train to Bay Ridge Brooklyn!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
that doesn't mean he deserves to be shot and it;s a fucking ignorant thing to say
It’s a game, ITS THAT SIMPLE
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
21 years later and the pain is the same
The only difference is I cried last time because I was 8 years old.
Miserable game
1. Alex regressed everything he did in the Saints game…pull the damn trigger…
2. Who the F is calling plays? Incomplete, run middle then take a sack isn’t the formula.
3. Sorry for our D…amazing game they played…stop after stop.
4. Can Justin get a holding call? Even when they have his facemask from behind?
5. Fastest whistle in NFL history?? Would have like the ball at the 20 with 2 minutes. Thanks refs.
6. I can’t believe how stupid Kyle Williams is. Just plain idiocy.
Alex didn't regress
Greg Roman called a dumbass game. You can’t expect any QB to convert 3rd and 10 every damn possession because the coordinator refuses to run the damn ball.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:47 PM PST up reply actions
Look, Alex Smith and Vernon Davis both showed that they have got the stuff to be big time players
But the team has NO WR talent!
by cubesonice on Jan 22, 2012 7:48 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
THIS
What the hell happened to our WR’s? One catch the entire game? We really had no business even being in the game.
Also not happy with much of the play calling. Solid at times, poor most of the rest.
Not happy with the attempt to just run out the clock at the end of the half. Came back to bite us.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 7:50 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
What Wide Receivers?
Beyond Crabtree, we have none.
Williams is a fringe player at the position at best.
Ginn has hands of stone.
Morgan showed some promise before injury.
We took a flyer on Edwards and came up empty.
Crabtree's making me mad
he better show up to training camp and preseason.
Draft or FA some receivers, O-Line and safety depth, and a ton of offense.
WR's were horrible
You probably couldn’t see it on TV, but they were not getting open. Crabtree was doing all this useless juking at the line and getting easily pushed off his route. No frickin’ heart.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
by achiappanza on Jan 23, 2012 12:02 AM PST up reply actions
I call BS
You don’t put in “all this useless juking” if you have no heart.
BS my friend.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
No heart
Results speak for themselves.
I think if the juking isn’t getting you open, or isn’t getting you enroute fast enough, then a good WR either explodes into his guy, or blows by him. Jerry used to do that all the time. Heart is about adjustments. Juking is about avoiding contact.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
IMO
Michael Crabtree was an overpaid non-factor, it’s painfully apparent that SF must upgrade at wideout, seeing the 49ers without great wideouts just isn’t right
Brad James
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by the new Bradfather on Jan 23, 2012 11:49 AM PST up reply actions
sophomorish assessment
Yeah, compared to Jerry all receivers fall short.
Why don’t you use Montana to assess Alex?
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
Oh it's jibe time now, is it?
Why don’t you find someone else who thinks Crabtree did just fine in that game? There’s obviously lots of people who don’t think so.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
This is exactly what I saw,
but I did think Alex regressed at the end of 4th/OT in some regards. Rushed some passes that missed badly.
he did
throw a couple into the ground; but I don’t think that’s what ultimately cost us the game
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:02 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
No, not at all...
Just looked like he was feeling the pressure of the game maybe. & It was only on like 2 drives.
On those passes to the ground
Were conservative by design. He was asked to make two or so reads and if nothing was there, to just dump the ball instead of risking a turnover.
by Leoniner on Jan 22, 2012 8:25 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I agree with the lack of running, especially on first down
But Alex look needs to throw the damn ball instead of curling up and taking sacks
He scrambled to save Roman's ass about 5 times today
Not his fault. And I’m not even a big Alex Smith fan.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST up reply actions
he had time to throw and didnt do it
hell, chuck it up with 15s left in the game…a 3 yard pass to Gore…really?
7. I guess are receivers are THAT bad, since they can never get open. Rethinking the first round WR pick.
Wouldn't say...
the receivers are THAT bad. But the Niners are definitely lacking a #1 WR. I don’t think anyone can argue that. Crabtree lacks the size and speed to be a true #1 in today’s game. And his big selling point in college (YAC) hasn’t translated to the pro game.
Not saying the Niners need to draft a WR in the 1st round. But they’d be amazingly short-sighted if they didn’t pick up some WR who is big and can catch the ball (like we’d hoped Braylon Edwards would).
Alex didn't regress.
Delanie was injured. Crabtree didn’t get open all fuckin game – fucking useless.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Kyle Williams will get the flashy guilt
but Crabtree did nothing today. We draft a #1 WR this year.
by brundylop on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
This
We need WR’s that can get open and catch a football!
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:00 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah, let's blaim it on Crabtree
great idea…
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
I'm not saying he's the sole reason we lost
but he did absolutely nothing today, which is something you don’t expect out of your #1 Receiver.
Crabtree was pathetic today
He got no separation
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
He was open multiple times
multiple……………….
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
I'm sorry but you can't throw the ball to yourself
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
You also can't throw the ball to people that aren't open
that’s called an interception. that’s the worst thing a QB can do.
Did you watch the same game I did?
Because I saw him open a lot
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
Open?
The times I saw him open were times there was no way Alex could get him the ball. Cornerbacks know that, and you can’t count those as really open.
If I saw Alex just not choosing him, or a lot of bad throws to him when he’s open then I’d call him open. That’s not what we got.
I did see a pass to him on the sideline that seemed right there and then the refs called it out. I haven’t seen it on TV yet, but I assume Crabtree didn’t have control of it until he went out.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
Smith was looking for him on several plays but he had ZERO separation today.
Absolutely zero.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:06 PM PST up reply actions
Open.Multiple.Times
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
I recorded the game so I could list them
But you’d still disagree.
Let’s just blame it on Crabtree. That’s a lot easier.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
No one is putting all of the blame on him,
but he was completely useless all game, after a poor showing last week. Maybe he’ll do well as a number two or three guy.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
You can't catch balls that aren't thrown to you
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
But you sure as hell can drop them
Last week, at least.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Apples and oranges
Dropping passes happens. Ask Vernon Davis.
Has nothing to do with being open and not having the ball thrown to you.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
no worries
Crabs will come back better and get more time with Smith. I am confident that 2012 is Crab’s year. Saw him grow up a lot this year
Thanks Seahawks fans
for making me actually smile right now, because it’s so nice to know how much worse off your team is
by foosball4949 on Jan 22, 2012 7:46 PM PST reply actions 3 recs
Um..
You’re welcome.
by bigtrain21 on Jan 22, 2012 7:49 PM PST via Android app up reply actions 4 recs
The Great Googly?
We banned his ass back in September. Sorry about him. He also shut down one of our fantasy football leagues in retaliation.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
yes, it was him
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Never felt so deflated in my life
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I really thought this was it
I thought this was the year… it hurts. This game means more to me than it should. Sucks….
Sting yes
If we wouldv’e lost last week, I think that wouldv’e stung more. But sooooo close…
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
Kyle Williams has barely done anything for this team
I don’t another Arnaz Battle on this team.
Resign Teddy Ginn.
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Williams is a decent player
blame him all you want for the fumble, which is fair, but anything beyond that is not
He's never to field another punt again...
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST up reply actions
Dont forget the diving punt reception that someone else reminded me about. Who does that?
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:23 PM PST up reply actions
Right
That was crazy pointless.
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by achiappanza on Jan 23, 2012 12:05 AM PST up reply actions
no, he deserves the blame for losing this game
single-handedly. Muffing a punt that would end up costing us the game & then touching a previous punt w/his knee that lead to a Giants’ TD…
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:06 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I know he cost us the game
but for most teams, his mistakes render meaningless cause his offense can move the ball
Seriously salary, you just always take the path of the most opposition.
The Giants weren’t moving the ball either yet they somehow won. What was the difference between the 2 teams? One team had a guy put the ball on the grass 3 times, losing 2 of them. Which leads to 10 points for the Giants who win by 3. It’s his fault because the score is tied so all things are equal my friend. He’s the sole difference.
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by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:09 PM PST up reply actions
I would disagree
The Giants were moving the ball, but just couldn’t quite sustain drives. That is a lot different than not even being able to get a drive started.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:10 PM PST up reply actions
Point is, Williams was the sole difference-other difference was two sides of same coin
-neither side had big offensive game for diff reasons, Williams’ negligence was the SOLE difference
It was 17-17 going into OT.
The 49ers and the Giants were virtually dead locked in total yards at like 288-288 at the time they put up the stats. The muffed punts were the difference maker is my point.
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by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:26 PM PST up reply actions
except more then 1/3 of the 49ers yd came on blown coverage
ie the Safety not covering Davis, when he was their men
Most of the game Giants moved the ball, while 49ers had to rely on big plays and could not sustain drives or convert a 3rd down
Kyle Williams
was supposed to be the 5th wide receiver on this team….Maybe the 8th option really….Crabtree, Edwards, Morgan, Ginn were above him at the start of the season. He did well to improve this year but just wasn’t ready for this stage.
I agree.
Kyle had a great year which was unfortunately ended with some bone-headed plays in the NFC Championship game. I think he has a good future with the team if he can bounce back from tonight’s mistakes.
Remember, Kyle also muffed a punt last year in the New Orleans game. That one was a real heartbreaker too.
Ted Ginn just solidified his new deal. And I think the team needs another option to back him up on special teams. Culliver, Hunter or maybe someone from this year’s draft. Williams will have a harder time competing in next year’s training camp.
He’s definitely behind the 8-ball on special teams.
Was that Kyle? Pretty sure it was Phillip Adams
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by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:27 PM PST up reply actions
Agreed.
Resign Ginn, and pick up some WRs in the draft and Free Agency.
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I'm gonna drink a lot of Sambuca soon
But let me just say. That was so upsetting, that I can’t even cry. M
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We got a dynasty in the making. Assuming we can find a long-term QB stud. It sucks, but I’ll move on.
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by Perrinbar on Jan 22, 2012 7:47 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Kaepernick
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:47 PM PST up reply actions
He has potential
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 8:04 PM PST up reply actions
Alex smith.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
that's probably
what the falcons thought too
Incorrect.
"NLDS or bust" - Bobby Cox
We don't have to continue to settle Atlanta. We're better than that.
I wish that were the case
we dont’ have a franchise, long term QB, and we got a lot of breaks this year. We’re gonna have to fight just to win the division
A lot of breaks?
Not sure I know what breaks the Niners got this year. They had one the worst travel schedules in the history of the NFL.
Eli Manning caused KW to fumble by his sheer greatness.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 7:47 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Joe Buck thinkls so.
I already hate the media for the upcoming Super Bowl coverage about Eli
If I gotta play, I'm gonna play 'till I win,
Since I gotta be here, I can´t wait to begin
by albertoleecho on Jan 22, 2012 8:09 PM PST up reply actions
Eli sometimes threw it so badly that so many niners had a chance at the interception..
that they all collided and saved his ass
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:26 PM PST up reply actions
If you could trade Smith + the next 2 no 1s for Eli
you would jump at it
Horse crap. I don't give a RATwhat he has done good all year.
When you screw your team that hard in the biggest game of the year you deserve to be harped on.
Let's giggity giggity Go 49ers!!!
by Kittles on Jan 22, 2012 7:47 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Cut him.
Even though his mistakes covered up for poor offensive play-calling (run more please) and bad qb play. This was a good team and we do not have the offensive talent at qb and wr to be at this level consistently. We should have beat the giants.
that would
extremely shortsighted
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by CalBear949 on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Eh, I still think Kyle can improve
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by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
At least stress level will be lower the next 2 weeks
Sad factor will be up. But I won’t be nervous every second of every day for 2 weeks
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
Our D doesn't deserve the shit-show of an offense and Kyle Williams
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Doesn't matter...
We lost the game off of points that were literally handed to the Giants by Williams’ turnovers deep on our side of the field. Guys who mess up that badly get cut all the time. Williams doesn’t bring enough to the team to make up for this. If he doesn’t let that one ball hit his knee, we don’t need to go down and score on the other possession he cost us.
This hurts worse than 90
I couldn’t be mad at Roger Craig. He actually did good things for the Niners.
Craig was the reason the 49ers had a shot at 88 and 89
In fact, his run against the Rams won us the Super Bowl in 88.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
won us the game that launched us into the playoffs*
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
The forward progress rule can kiss my you know what
by Bored25 on Jan 22, 2012 7:48 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
so much this
"I hate it! It looks like a stickup at 7-Eleven. Five guys standing there with their hands in the air."
Norm Sloan
"We have a great bunch of outside shooters. Unfortunately, all our games are played indoors."
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by EcERyda69 on Jan 22, 2012 7:49 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Seahawks fan here.
Great game and great season.
by bigtrain21 on Jan 22, 2012 7:48 PM PST via Android app reply actions
It sucks now.
But big picture wise you had an awesome season.
by bigtrain21 on Jan 22, 2012 7:50 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Same here.
And on behalf of FG, sorry about any trolls that were in the gamethread, etc.
"You are the molders of their dreams." - Clark Mollenhoff
I didn't know that
Sorry as well.
by bigtrain21 on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
Thanks
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by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST up reply actions
Honestly we need an actual punt returner
I never thought Ginn would be this important
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Attitude issues
no thanks
The Dude: Oh boy. How ya gonna keep 'em down on the farm once they've seen Karl Hungus.
Nah
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by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST up reply actions
Just need to resign Ginn,
and only use him on kick/punt returns.
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"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
I don't hurt as much as I expected
because that feels like such a lucky bullshit way to loose a game, it doesn’t really feel like we got beat…
This is how I feel too.
This one doesn’t hurt as much for me. I’ve been a Niner fan for over 30 years. I’ve been through a lot of heartbreakers. This one hurt. But the future is SO bright. There’s just so much to look forward to with this team. I’m thankful for all they done and hopeful for all they will do.
What a great season from a team NO ONE thought would even make the playoffs. Most analysts believed they’d be in the bottom of the NFC West.
Go Niners!
I agree
I see a lot of bright days ahead.
I really wanted us to win this one, but I also saw a Giants team that was better than us.
I described it to my wife like this:
I saw our defense as better than their defense, and their offense as bette than our offense, and in that I saw their offense having a better chance against our D then our offense against their D…
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:30 PM PST up reply actions
Who the fuck was that ref that blew the whistle early? I want a word with him
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by swagger on Jan 22, 2012 7:48 PM PST via mobile reply actions 4 recs
yeah I got a foot that would fit nicely in his ass
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by the new Bradfather on Jan 23, 2012 11:54 AM PST up reply actions
I don't understand how a professional offensive coordinator cannot grasp basic concepts of clock management, field position, and drive sustenance
That the ordinary video game player can grasp. It’s mind numbing to me. I’m actually warming to the idea of having a completely different guy call plays like the outrageous shit that happened under the Singletary era.
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Exactly what I felt all throughout the game and this season
It’s utter and complete incompetence. Predictable pass/run calls, because if I could call them out infront of my TV you can bet the Giants could.
Whoever was calling the plays this game needs a serious talk. Assuming it’s Roman, I’d be happy to get rid of him. We need a great play caller.
yep
It’s really pathetic how pathetic Roman is.
"It might be time to give Alex some credit, huh?" - Harbaugh
They weren't dropped
Goldson broke them up each time. Crazy.
Kyle Williams is a symptom of this team's biggest problem
we need better wide receivers
J-RIDAH: Its not 1 player in this draft better than Monta or Lee. Anthony Davis is no different than Al Farouq Aminu. Andre Drummond could be good but he is not impressive at this point at all besides his size. This draft is hella overated.
If Fooch won't BAN this guy ...
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Now seems like a good time to tell everyone of a way to ignore people on Sb nation
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by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:02 PM PST up reply actions
yes use the obsucre KW to
obscure the reality that this offense was abhorrent. Of course, if KW doesn’t make his mistakes, the outcome may be different, but the scape goating of a player who hurt us in one game rather than others who have hurt us for many games is appalling.
banned for life
Cucumbers taste better pickled.
by Harbaughmanation on Jan 22, 2012 8:09 PM PST up reply actions
If Kyle's a goat....
then so is Dashon Goldson for twice negating interceptions.
He’s been shaky in the return game from day 1. coaches need to take blame on his being in there…..
Goldson's coming from up top on both plays
If one of the players involved could have seen the teammate coming and should have backed up, it’s him
also...
the first touchdown was a blown pickup by goldson…willis had Ballard, pascoe was trailing, and goldson doubled on ballard…
As long as we’re talking about the non-Williamses who frustrated us throughout this game, Crabtree didn’t even exist today.
Once more, coming to you by proxy.
by howtheyscored on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST up reply actions
Crabs has never been a consistent force
for his career. That’s not all his fault. I’m sure Brady could make him the next Welker….
You can't throw the ball to yourself
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
great argument
since he was barely open
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
Thanks
And you know he was barely open because… You have access to the game film maybe?
I think not.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
Particularly when you are always standing right next to a DB.
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Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
Thanks Mike Singletary
For Ted Ginn Jr. and Vernon Davis.
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I know it's so ironic, huh?
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by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST up reply actions
Kyle williams hasn't done shit
Never let him return punts again!!
by MarineVet49erFan on Jan 22, 2012 7:50 PM PST via mobile reply actions
We put him in a role not to succeed and he didn't. How is that his fault?
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What?
We asked him to return punts. In what world is a professional wide receiver incapable of a) not letting the ball hit him or b) holding on to the football while running
Because he doesn't have much experience doing it and he had to in the biggest game of his life.
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Is this a joke?
Since when is not touching a ball or holding on to it (which he does as a receiver) something you need experience for?!!!
He didn’t miss-time punts, he screwed up basic tasks.
so...
give him an ‘out’?? Ok, fine. He can stay…@ the very bottom of the chart and never-never-ever return punts again. Let’s try & look on the bright side guys. We can re-sign Morgan & it’ll be cheap…I would think & maybe draft some WR help if we don’t go out in free agency
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:18 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Wow you guys are quick to criticize Smith again
Smith only has ONE guy who can catch the ball! He overthrew some but nobody can be perfect all the time. Good grief!
He overthrew
Because the Gian’ts defenders were getting their hands up.
About 5 or so misfires, but no horrible throws.
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST up reply actions
Exactly
People are yelling at Smith for not getting rid of the ball. There’s a reason why we didn’t have a lot of turnovers this year. Smith doesn’t try to force something when it isn’t there. He played smart. He kept us in it believe it or not. He missed on two maybe three deep balls all game. Same as Eli. But when Eli missed he almost got picked. TWICE.
by mizzousundevil on Jan 22, 2012 8:01 PM PST up reply actions
agreed
the Giants only rarely rush around the OL (Osi) they send their pressure up the middle, which means Smith could not step into his passes, also he was forced out of the pocket so often that he has no time with the ball.
Smith had not regressed, The Giants D just have 3 pro bowl DEs
Considering where the team started this
it has been a great year. Yes Williams screwed up but offense was awful on third down and the D should held Giants to a FG on 3rd and 15.
It’s a tough loss but playing with the house’s money takes some of the sting our
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by CalBear949 on Jan 22, 2012 7:50 PM PST via Android app reply actions
Number one reason we lost - Michael Crabtree. Useless.
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Seriously?
How about that guy that turned the ball over TWICE? All by himself.
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah he was dreadful.
But your number one receiver, can’t get open all game and does nothing.
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The number one receiver is Vernon Davis
He scored two TDs
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:58 PM PST up reply actions
I meant Wide receiver.
And yes, one catch is fucking awful.
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Not worse than 2 turnovers
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 8:03 PM PST up reply actions
Can't believe ignorant fans blaming Crabtree for this loss
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
kind of ironic
because Coughlin challenged a play where the ball supposedly hit our return man…think it was Ginn in that game but the ruling on the field was upheld. This time, Kyle (I’ve got butter-fingers) Williams wasn’t so fortunate
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:24 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Again
You can’t lose a game by doing nothing bad. He just didn’t do anything good.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:52 PM PST up reply actions
dumbest thing ive read all day
Did he turn the ball over?
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 7:52 PM PST via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
Yeah the number one receiver does absolutely fuck all all game.
Not entirely Kyle Williams’ fault.
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His fumble selaed the deal
But it was a near total lack of offense that got us where we had to go to OT in the first place. Once that happened, I was pretty sure we were done.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 7:55 PM PST up reply actions
I doubt we would have got anywhere even if he didn't fumble it.
Michael Crabtree did nothing. Got blanketed all game easily. Vernon Davis double covered, and still beat it.
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Let me try to clear this up
Michael Crabtree: 0
Kyle Williams: -2
0 > -2
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Let me clear this up
Trying to make a play and win the game because he’s an honest hard-working player, and Michael Crabtree zero for not even trying.
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What play?
I don’t see Ginn fumbling when he does that job.
How the hell do you even know Crabtree didn’t try. I doubt you have access to All22 film.
What a troll.
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by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 8:03 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
You're the troll.
Yeah two fumbles didn’t help. Neither did 1 catch from your wide-receivers all game. 1 for like 16 on third down. He’s paid to be the number one.
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How about Kyle Williams
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by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 7:53 PM PST up reply actions
I'd say the biggest reasons were Williams, then Greg Roman, then Crabtree.
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Got no separation and bitched later
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separation?
This is really a slipper slope argument. How do measure separation for each play? Sometimes all you need is a shoulder open or a timing pattern where the offense isn’t expecting much separation from the route. He didn’t get any passes any where in his vicinity, you don’t know why. He certainly wasn’t given a chance.
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by Edggy on Jan 22, 2012 7:50 PM PST reply actions 3 recs
Time too ...
EXTEND ALeX …!!
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I feel the same way Edggy
the Niners did great this year and next year we win it all!
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I love this guy
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by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:02 PM PST up reply actions
Stupid 2 guys going after INTs
WTF??? Bad luck, bad luck, bad luck. Stupid whistle, stupid fumbles. ARRRGHGHGHGHGHATTHGLHGLGHGHG I HATE THIS SHIT.
/rant. whew. I needed that
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fucking kyle williams
That bastard is gonna haunt my dreams. I don’t care what anyone says. He’s replacable. I almost pity him. He’s got to be the lonliest man in the world. Still…….Fuck you Kyle Williams
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST via mobile reply actions 1 recs
Shame on you
Wash your mouth out with soap.
"One game at a time. Let's just keep it rolling." Justin Smith
Watch your mouth
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Three things --
1) The O-Line needs a little something else to help gel them in the passing game. Too often the Giants were getting through with four man rushes.
2) We need #1 WR so bad it hurts. We simply don’t have an outside threat. Crabtree just couldn’t get open.
3) That was a fantastic season.
by sigma on Jan 22, 2012 7:51 PM PST reply actions 8 recs
-1 on the Crabtree getting open
He was open enough, just not thrown to enough
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
I call BS
He may have been open a few times, but there is no way you could say this with any certainty from the broadcast angle.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
If so, then the opposite must also be true
There is no way you could say with any certainty from the broadcast angle that Crabtree wasn’t open.
See how that works?
People are trying to find a scapegoat, and Crabtree for some unknown, uninformed, and ignorant reason is one of them.
Nevertheless, I did record the game and with some diligence could give you most of the times Crabtree was open and didn’t get the ball thrown to him.
But honestly, would that really change your opinion?
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
It's because he's not been a good performer since he's been here
so it’s easy to pin blame on him and he’s supposed to be a #1 wide receiver.
I'm sorry, but I disagree with you about him not being a good performer
His teammates and coaches seem to think he’s an exceptionally talented, hard working wide receiver.
Could your perception of him be tainted in some way?
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
he's definitely not shown to be a #1 WR yet
and that’s what we needed him to be today
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
Obviously that wasn't the game plan
or Alex would have thrown him the ball more…
I’m sure I’ve seen V.Davis catch 0.0 balls during a few games. I even remember him complaining about how few balls were thrown his way one game.
But Vernon doesn’t write up the game plan and neither does Crab.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
It might not have been the game plan but that doesn't mean he can't step up and take over the game
I want him to be the #1, I want him to see him succeed as a 49er, but the fact is he hasn’t shown that consistency that other #1’s around the league show yet. All I can hope is that he hates this feeling so much that it makes him even more hungry for next year.
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
step up and take over the game?
lol, yeah, Ok.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
yeah why is that funny?
Do you not think he can do that? I do.
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
How do you do that if you aren't throwing or running the ball?
You want Crabtree to call the plays maybe?
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
I never blamed Crabtree. But I highly doubt he was open all that much if Alex never threw him the ball. He’s had good games this year and Alex is going to throw to him If he’s open.
The only views I saw from behind the QB showed no one open so…
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
Yup.
Alex is not going to throw the ball to Crabs if he’s covered. They don’t have that trust yet and Alex isn’t going to risk throwing it to a guy that he doesn’t trust. Only guy that I see Alex making those tight throws to is VD and Morgan.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:59 PM PST up reply actions
I am still stuck at the Stick
But I made sure to watch recievers and our guys were covered well all game.
extrabaggs
"Just your typical Giants scoring rally: A faceburger on the basepaths, two errors from the second baseman and a bases-loaded balk."
by Badly Browned on Jan 22, 2012 8:31 PM PST via Android app up reply actions
What do you consider open?
The only time he wasn’t close enough to kiss a Giants DB was when he was sitting on the bench.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
Again, you have access to the coaches film?
If so, please share.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
I do know that Alex was willing to throw it to VD
in some really tight spaces. He wasn’t willing to do that with Crabtree and that tells me all I need to know.
got Vernon, but he can’t do everything; should re-sign Morgan and see if that improves our air game
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:29 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Agreed...
1) The O-Line needs better depth and some more talent in there to compete. Chilo Rachal should not be on the squad.
2) No doubt. Braylon was supposed to be that guy. But it never turned out. Next year we need to get that big, speedy guy that will give Crabtree some room to breathe.
3) This was an amazing season.
I love how you people can be so positive after what just happened.
I wish I could do that.
Let's giggity giggity Go 49ers!!!
It was a GREAT season
"One game at a time. Let's just keep it rolling." Justin Smith
by riderless on Jan 22, 2012 7:53 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
After many years in the wilderness, the team and fans have a swagger back. This was a great year for our team.
the artist formerly known as inbillywetrust
by stm72 on Jan 22, 2012 7:54 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Great postseasons > Great seasons
20 years from now we will be talking about Kyle Williams, not 13-3.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:55 PM PST up reply actions
got farther than GB
So I guess that’s something
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:31 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Probably not
We’ll be talking about the Catch 3, Smiths redemption. Do you remember the details of the game after Niners beat GB on T.O.’s the Catch 2?
yes
but unfortanately, Williams is the scapegoat for a game featuring two teams that were never able to take advantage of its defense.
Tough break, 49ers fans. I wonder if Kyle Williams will have police protection at his home tonight lol
What's so funny 2011 Lions? Gordon Bombay doesn't think losing is funny.
Leshoure = 2012 Beastmode
Draft Konz!!
that'd be a real issue here in Detroit, js.
What's so funny 2011 Lions? Gordon Bombay doesn't think losing is funny.
Leshoure = 2012 Beastmode
Draft Konz!!
with the way some people are acting here
I wouldn’t be surprised if it did happen
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Rule #2) Follow rule #1
Depends on where he lives
If he lives in Oakland he probably already had it
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He shouldn't worry
I’m 3000 miles away
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:43 PM PST up reply actions
Crazy Texans fans were burning Jacoby Jones' jersey on his front lawn and sending him death threats.
You are banned from Stampede Blue.
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Why was the Giants RB fumble not called a fumble in 4Q? It looked like a clear strip? I was in a bar and we didn't have sound. Any help is appreciated.
the artist formerly known as inbillywetrust
I was hoping it wasn't a "the whistle blew" nonsense. thanks.
the artist formerly known as inbillywetrust
It was, They stopped him and knocked him back
but the reason we couldnt do anything about it was because the whistle blew for the forward progress
fastest forward progress in history
Usually you wait for at least 3 seconds of non progress, not whistle the second he gets tackled.
Lame. I guess the NFL got the Super Bowl they wanted and the refs helps. Yuck.
the artist formerly known as inbillywetrust
except he was going backwards
which was the intention of the forward progress rule, or teams will carry the tackled player back to their end zone for a safety in every play
he wasn't "going backwards"
He got tackled, plain and simple. You blow the whistle when the player is stood up for multiple seconds and being pushed back or not making progress.
you will need to look at the replay
he was clearly going backwards, and was bend over backwards
As a non biased watcher of the game actually rooting for your team. It was the right call.
What's so funny 2011 Lions? Gordon Bombay doesn't think losing is funny.
Leshoure = 2012 Beastmode
Draft Konz!!
Yeah, I have to admit it was...didn't like it, but it was right
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 7:55 PM PST up reply actions
That's a BS call
Is what it is…they were trying to give it away & pretty much succeeded on that
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:35 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Not sure that's true, but it is what it is. The NFL got the game it wanted
the artist formerly known as inbillywetrust
Yeah...
That was one of those borderline calls. It was the right call. But it’s a coin toss whether the refs make that call in that exact same way every time it happens. The whistles blew quick. And I’d say it’s 50/50 whether or not that happens in another game.
Either way, that play didn’t cost the Niners the game. There were plenty of missed opportunities on the Niners side of the ball. Simply put, you can’t play the way they did and win championships.
Great season, though. Next year, watch out!
Just shows the difference between different referee crews.
In the Bal NE game, defenses were allowed to swarm and tackle guys way after the whistle. Dixon had like 7 Pat defenders on him at one point.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:34 PM PST up reply actions
Seahawks fan but Hayward born and raised
Great game and I was rooting for you. Terrible luck. We’re going to have an amazing rivalry for years to come.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
Yep. Lived right near Cal State Hayward. Literally walking distance.
Couldn’t have asked for a better childhood.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
Near the cemetery? So we're talking near the high school then?
At least I think it was a school there.
Man they really improved BART, haven’t they? Seattle’s mass transit blows. And where I live (north of Seattle) buses don’t even run on Sundays.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
Niners had a great season
I’m sad that it is over. I guess I’ll just get excited about the draft instead. Niners need a RG and a CB. And hopefully they can find a WR in FA.
by njennings on Jan 22, 2012 7:52 PM PST via Android app reply actions 1 recs
See you all in a few weeks
I’m going to go dig my hole next to Fooch’s.
What we've got here is a failure to communicate.
Follow the Chicken on Twitter
I'm hoping that both teams lose.
Is that possible?
Currently satiating my hunger for Kings basketball with a renewed focus on the NINERS
I hope the announces choke while talking about Eli’s 6 4th quarter comebacks.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 7:54 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Definitely not watching...
I don’t want to hear or see anything about football for the next 2 months.
offensive coaching has been sketchy
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 7:55 PM PST up reply actions
Giants were batting the balls at the LOS
What we've got here is a failure to communicate.
Follow the Chicken on Twitter
by SportsChicken on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
Great game.
If anyone has a way to contact the back up returner, you should offer him condolences. I feel so bad for that guy. A shame it had to come down to him. Please don’t be a holes
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
by FrankWyt on Jan 22, 2012 7:53 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Are you serious? Please don't be a holes?
Why? Did you not just see the game thrown away twice?
Let's giggity giggity Go 49ers!!!
Because he’s a young kid thrown in to an unfortunate situation. I promise it’s tougher on him than you right now
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
NFL players are paid for results, not effort
Don’t cut him any slack, he doesn’t deserve it. This wasn’t a JV football game.
by donniethelion on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
He threw himself into that situation
I have a profound hatred for him right now
wait, twice? I was only talking about the muffed punt return in OT
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
Williams can be dogged for one untimely mistake
but the guys who have been avarage for a long time get a pass?
Two horrible mistakes.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
I say one horrible, and one untimely.
We would not be giving K-Williams this much crap if he didn’t screw up the first punt.
"I've seen enough movies to know that popping the back of a raft makes it go faster!" - Troy Barnes, Community
Free Demers!
the guys who have been average
had us up 17-10
WWJHD?
I will not watch bowl this year...
by STR8CASH..HOMIE on Jan 22, 2012 7:53 PM PST via mobile reply actions 3 recs
I'll watch the commercials
…those are always good
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:38 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Me too
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 7:58 PM PST up reply actions
boy cotting the SB
Cucumbers taste better pickled.
by Harbaughmanation on Jan 22, 2012 8:00 PM PST up reply actions
cuz you haven't been a real fan any ways
Cucumbers taste better pickled.
by Harbaughmanation on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST up reply actions
always debbie downer
you were deep down hoping for this result
Cucumbers taste better pickled.
by Harbaughmanation on Jan 22, 2012 8:08 PM PST up reply actions
True that
"I got two hard rules I live by, pop. I don't [site decorum] with the devil, and I never do tag teams with blood relatives" -Kenny Powers
by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST up reply actions
Same here.
Especially because it’s a rematch of the last time I didn’t really care about the Super Bowl, too.
"I've seen enough movies to know that popping the back of a raft makes it go faster!" - Troy Barnes, Community
Free Demers!
yep 100 percent
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
I kind of want the Giants to win,
I just don’t want to hear about it or see it.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
Oh I like Eli, and dislike Brady.
But I don’t care to watch, and didn’t really the last time either.
"I've seen enough movies to know that popping the back of a raft makes it go faster!" - Troy Barnes, Community
Free Demers!
Might have it muted in the background while I do other things.
It’s just too uninteresting to bother with. The New England “Poor Tom Brady, no one wanted to draft him [Sad Face]” Patriots and the New York “Always 2311+ point underdogs, no one believes, in any game, ever, noise noise noise” Giants? Yawn.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
No, I hate painting.
I’ll probably be procrastinating, like I do most everyday. Maybe put on a movie or something.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
Heard in the last post Drew got banned???
What happeneed guys…waht’s his username again?
"Winning means being unafraid to lose." – Fran Tarkenton
Except for a very few plays......
The entire offense sucked.
Agent Dunham....Walternate testified that in his universe, AleX Smith is a pro-bowl QB for the Saints, and broke Trent Dilfer's season record of 6000 yards passing. Walter....Thats nice, more LSD please.
by scrappydog on Jan 22, 2012 7:54 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Pretty much
We had no business being tied at the end of the game…
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST up reply actions
I kinda take issue with that non-fumble in the final 2min by Bradshaw. Seemed like the ball was out before the whistle ever blew
And my wife and I don’t hate Kyle. I feel for the guy.
<3 my ladies Kanani and Britney
"History was going through my mind. It was us against history, us against no, us against can't."
by giant4life83 on Jan 22, 2012 7:54 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
there’s no point in being mad. can’t change what happened
<3 my ladies Kanani and Britney
"History was going through my mind. It was us against history, us against no, us against can't."
by giant4life83 on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST up reply actions
maybe u should
take Kyle for your team then…we no longer want him
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:40 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
We can blame KW for losing that first one.
That was inexcusable. The second one was pretty unlucky, it happens. Wow what a miserable feeling today is.
he didn’t secure the second fumble. and he ran towards the ball on the first one, only to have it hit him
<3 my ladies Kanani and Britney
"History was going through my mind. It was us against history, us against no, us against can't."
by giant4life83 on Jan 22, 2012 7:55 PM PST up reply actions
lol what?
How do you not blame him for the first one? You catch it or get the F out of the way. You don’t run at it twice and then change your mind.
he gets the blame for both no excuses
excuses are like assholes everyone gots one and they all stink
Cucumbers taste better pickled.
by Harbaughmanation on Jan 22, 2012 8:03 PM PST up reply actions
We needed help at WR...
That was obvious when Kyle Williams got the concussion and Ted Ginn had the ankle injury.
I feel bad for Williams… The guy obviously isn’t our punt returner, he’s filling in.
Although, the 2nd one hurt more. The first “muff” bothers me more than the 2nd. Why in the world is he near that ball? He had been pretty reckless returning punts, but why is he anywhere near that ball??
i think the first one hurt more
It led to a Giants TD
WWJHD?
THANK YOU NINERS!!!
This is what it feels like to have a great football team. From 6-10 to 14-4 with no offseason!!
Spend the draft getting wide receivers (Kyle Williams is going to learn and be a great WR, learn forgiveness) and help on the O-Line and we’ll storm the NFL.
This season of football has reminded us why we love sports.
by brundylop on Jan 22, 2012 7:54 PM PST reply actions 3 recs
This season of football
has reminded us why we hate sports.
I dont want KW at all no matter what
Cucumbers taste better pickled.
by Harbaughmanation on Jan 22, 2012 8:05 PM PST up reply actions
Kyle's the goat of the game
But anyone looking to cut him for today is overreacting. He is a good WR. He just needs to stay at WR.
Re-sign Alex, trade up and get Alshon Jeffery, extend Ginn and the members of our secondary and we’ll be ready for a true superbowl run.
Agreed
Except I don’t know who Alshon Jeffrey is and we should definitely keep Morgan. We shouldn’t give up on Kyle Williams even though I had terrible terrible thoughts about him tonight
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:42 PM PST up reply actions
Except for I don’t know who Jeffrey is and we should also definitely keep Morgan
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:44 PM PST up reply actions
Jeffery is a big, reasonably quick receiver.
6’4" with good hands and 4’5" speed. Projected mid-late first round.
A big redzone threat that we desperately need, if only to draw coverage from VD.
by runningblack on Jan 23, 2012 4:02 AM PST up reply actions
Damn, it hurts so much to have a magical season ended by one player..
Like others have said, we need to revamp our offense. Very disappointed in crabs especially. Our wideouts did zilch
by memorytapes on Jan 22, 2012 7:54 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Alex Smith is apparently so terrible that he made Kyle Williams fumble the ball. Twice.
We want Carr…..
Right?
Currently satiating my hunger for Kings basketball with a renewed focus on the NINERS
He didn't play well today. At all.
But the offense struggled overall with a lack of commitment to the run.
Don’t write him off, though. See if you can build on his success and turn him into a top 10 QB.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
by SSreporters on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
He also had to deal with his best offensive lineman going gimpy on the second play of the game, and was constantly under pressure
And then God created Saturn ... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it. ... Always a ninja
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Alex had us in position to win the game.
Williams really let the team down. First INT gives them the tie, 2nd gives them the game. Pretty much it right there.
WWJHD?
This will hurt for a long, long time.
I don’t care to comment on Williams. I’m so angry and depressed right now. I’ll sleep on it and make my decision on him tomorrow.
Makes me wish I watched the game, if they were going to lose anyways.
I didn’t watch, and they still lose.
Disappointed, but not unexpected. When I woke up this morning dreaming the Niners had won the Conference Championship, I knew the run was done.
---
Revenge is ice cream.
Alright
First of all Hats off to the Giants a win is a win is a win!
We failed to do what we had done all season protect the ball and force turnovers.
I was baffled by the lack of running plays in the final minutes of regulation. We set out to make the Giants one dimensional and instead it was the 49ers that became so.
Great season everyone may the next one be greater. Good luck to the Giants in the Bowl yall will need it!
Cardinals fan here
Thanks for representing the NFC West. They’re saying we might not even be the worst division next year! Heck yeah to no more doormat!
Joe Saunders: "They Giants played a really good game, so hats off to us"
lol I love your enthusiasm... the AFC South might take that title.
What's so funny 2011 Lions? Gordon Bombay doesn't think losing is funny.
Leshoure = 2012 Beastmode
Draft Konz!!
Divisional pride is important when it comes to the Playoffs
And the AFC West is in contention too.
Joe Saunders: "They Giants played a really good game, so hats off to us"
I'm looking forward to next season
Mediocrity finally won’t win the NFC West.
Joe Saunders: "They Giants played a really good game, so hats off to us"
Dude before tonight the NFC West had zero losses against the NFC East
And the best record of all NFC divisions since the realignment.
We may be shit in the reg. season but we win when it counts.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
Especially when you get the media all over us
And having the Niners as underdogs against the Saints.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
feel free to take Kyle Williams
off our hands…
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 8:55 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Nah, we'll keep our pro bowl FB Michael Robinson
The last two times we took ex-Niner receivers they were Bryan Gilmore and Brandon Jones. Each cut before reg. season.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
Also, for the last 7 years or something
The NFC West team has made it to at least the Divisional Round.
So what’s up, world?
Joe Saunders: "They Giants played a really good game, so hats off to us"
NFC West has made it to teh divisional round every year in the realignment era
And has sent two Super Bowl teams.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
Whenever I see you comment I instantly think of the Nazis
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 8:54 PM PST up reply actions
Trust me I can understand your Fuhrer after tonight
by SSreporters on Jan 22, 2012 8:55 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
Why don't you hang out around here more anyway?
You couldn’t stay away last year and this year our armpits smell?
You too, you guys had a great season for sure
Joe Saunders: "They Giants played a really good game, so hats off to us"
lol thanks for the laugh
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
Tip 1: Don’t watch ESPN for the next week.
Tip 2: Avoid social media.
Tip 3: Don’t engage in football conversations until the Super Bowl.
It’s been a great run. See you guys next season.
Randy Hahn - "The Man With The Big Butt - Patrick Marleau - we like him and we cannot lie..."
Proud fan of the Atlanta Thrashers (1999-2011)
by sharkzfan on Jan 22, 2012 7:55 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Tip 4
Don’t watch the Super Bowl. I don’t know how any Niners fan can watch it after knowing we should be there.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST up reply actions
LOL I think I may be more productive this week
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
Re-sign Dashon and Rogers
Possibly re-sign Brooks too. Re-sign Alex most importantly. Draft or sign a WR in FA, possibly Lloyd. Another Super Bowl next season!
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
great game guys ,
pretty sure you’ll be back for yrs to come.
I may not be the most noble of men but in a town of lepers, im the one with the most fingers.
Giant LB'zz SUCK!! Mark Herzlich, Jacquian Williams,...Maybe .. Sadly this has been modified.
thanks, good luck to you guys in the big one
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
Everyone else has an offseason too
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST up reply actions
I was comparing this years team to the potential of next years
But thanks for your insider information.
we've already won a playoff game
falcons are still looking for one with matt ryan
Rule #1) If you hate Joe Buck, watch this www.youtube.com/watch?v=fkCSZKbyL94
Rule #2) Follow rule #1
The hell are you attacking us for?
To make your loss feel better?
"NLDS or bust" - Bobby Cox
We don't have to continue to settle Atlanta. We're better than that.
Didn't mean it like that, sorry!
Just saying that we might regress, and that’d be regrettable. Obviously, in that regard, the Falcons are the easiest team to pick on.
Got you.
Thanks for clarification.
"NLDS or bust" - Bobby Cox
We don't have to continue to settle Atlanta. We're better than that.
by DopeFalcons on Jan 22, 2012 10:06 PM PST up reply actions
this season was great, cant deny that
But it ended in a fireball. It’s almost like we all got a date with the hottest chick we’ve ever seen only to take her home and find out she’s a dude.
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Yea but if he's still hot what do you do?
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
I took 2 full minutes to track this out, you had better watch it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1X5R0sbUOc&feature=related
"I got two hard rules I live by, pop. I don't [site decorum] with the devil, and I never do tag teams with blood relatives" -Kenny Powers
by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:15 PM PST up reply actions
Dunno why they used Dixon on a crucial 3rd down and short again.
That’s like the third time the coaches pulled that crap recently. It could have cost the Niners the game.
Over
ya, lots of weird playcalls this season
Not that I am an NFL coach or anything, but I think other teams have got onto the shotgun draw the niners always run.
by Perradin Falcon on Jan 22, 2012 8:05 PM PST up reply actions
Alex Smith without Vernon would have been 10/24 for 84 yards.
I hate to say I told you so, but the offense finally really cost us when we needed it most. THe entire receiving corps is shit, and Crabtree is another bust player we drafted. Rashaun Woods 2.
The offense needs to apologize to the entire defense for the pathetic display they put up. The D held for FORTY MINUTES and got fucked twice because of unfortunate plays and still almost pulled it out. IMO this is the greatest defense in NFL history.
Good day gents
"And thank you to God for making me an Atheist." - Ricky Gervais
by MichaelClutchtree on Jan 22, 2012 7:56 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
D was Brilliant. Just bad luck they didn’t get a few TO too.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 7:58 PM PST up reply actions
Alex Smith doesn't call plays
We were at the 15 yard line, First and 10, down 3, and with about 5 minutes remaining. Frank Gore got one carry for the reminder of the game and it was a Shotgun Draw on 2nd and 10 at our own 20. You fucking serious?
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:58 PM PST up reply actions
Yeah, that piece of shit Greg Roman needs to go as well. As bad as Jimmy Raye
"And thank you to God for making me an Atheist." - Ricky Gervais
by MichaelClutchtree on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
Even worse than Jimmy Raye. This team would be in a Super Bowl right now if Jimmy Raye called this game.
Roman has great schemes that he completely fails to execute. It’s such a tease. Jimmy Raye just had the worst schemes imaginable.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:00 PM PST up reply actions
Now that's ludicrous.
Jimmy Raye wouldn’t have been able to remember his own playbook and we would’ve been out of timeouts in the 3rd quarter and had about 5 delay of game penalties.
WWJHD?
lol I'm sorry but the irony of someone going by the handle Michael Clutchtree saying this is too much
and Crabtree is another bust player we drafted. Rashaun Woods 2.
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
Not totally disagreeing with you, but
The Giants D is legit, and that figures into it. We still had a 17-10 lead until that first muffed punt. We did enough to win. Kyle just had two huge mistakes that cost us the game. Yes we had more opportunities to do something, but we had done enough up to that point.
Also, I don’t believe you hate to say I told you so ;)
WWJHD?
Can't wait for you to change your username
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
Can’t put this all on Kyle Williams, as frustrating as it is.
Honestly, I can’t remember seeing a game that neither team deserved to win more than this one.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
You can't
but i will.
Defense was lights out tonight, and Williams screwed them twice.
The Dude: Oh boy. How ya gonna keep 'em down on the farm once they've seen Karl Hungus.
Im most sad because Justin Smith is one year older
The effort he put into this year probably lost him 20 years of his life! Dont know if he can keep doing that after this year.
Congrats on a nice season
Niners fans, you guys have nothing to be ashamed of, I can hardly wait for New England to be finished though, I’m tired of the Patriots mattering, I’m definitely cheering for the NFC this year
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With Coach Zorro on our side, we will slice opponents to ribbons. Tim Tebow gives me hope and I already have faith and charity in my heart! I see a propitious future rife with Lombardis for our Broncos!
by the new Bradfather on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST reply actions
me thinks no one here is chearing for the giants
9er/chiefs fan from berlin – berlin is in germany – not a native speaker – mistakes may occur
I will
I’m sure Eli feels bad for knocking us out and has already agreed to stay and help clean up the stadium. Something about that yokel makes me like him even if he tore my heart out of my chest without the slightest show of emotion
Yup. He already won a Superbowl and STILL has people ragging on him.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:00 PM PST up reply actions
looked like he got roughed up pretty good
anyone that withstands that pressure gets my admiration. Remember, cyborgs don’t cry
I will
I like the team. I like Eli. I like that Coughlin keeps battling it out despite getting torched by fans calling for his head every single year.
he took 6 sacks
…if you can carry your team to victory despite that, it’s kinda hard not to respect ya; but then, it’s not like he drove his team down the field; not when Kyle does all the hard work…
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:02 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
It's not only the sacks, but TWENTY hits by our defense.
Tough dude. Tough dude.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:20 PM PST up reply actions
Hats Off To 49ers
Great game by both teams. i had a lot if interaction with your 49ers fans all of this week on our BBV site. At times the discussions got really heated up. Hats off to your team. You guys played very well.
This is not the 2007 team.
2011 NYG will have their own legacy.
thanks
good luck to you guys in 2 weeks
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
I just want to say..
To all of the people who are hating on Kyle Williams.. FUCK YOU. He had a bad day, haven’t we all? Out of all our receivers he is the most promising in my eyes. You say “well why did he try to run that back why not call a fair catch?” He is a football player, He tried to make a damn play and it didn’t happen. I would rather lose from a player trying to make a play than lose from a player’s inaction. At least we went down swinging, I know this loss hurts, but our team looks good for the future, just leave Kyle alone. I’m sure he feels bad enough for us all, without all the hate.
it's not like he flubbed a 32-yard field goal
Kyle Williams deserves a job next season, Billy Cundiff doesn’t
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by the new Bradfather on Jan 22, 2012 7:58 PM PST up reply actions
Billy Cundiff's miss is much more forgiveable
Based on the physics of kicking a football.
by donniethelion on Jan 22, 2012 8:06 PM PST up reply actions
I don't have a problem with Williams having a job next year, but somewhere else
or at the end of our depth chart. And don’t let him near a kick return of any kind ever again. I don’t even want him to look at one.
A lot of it is emotion. He cost us this game. He can still be a good wide receiver. I bet you he never makes those mistakes again. A young guy learning a hard lesson today. Once we settle down we’ll probably all realize he can be an asset as a receiver, as he’s shown a few times this year. We just got way to thin at WR with Morgan going down and Edwards not panning out.
WWJHD?
Fuck us for hating on Kyle Williams?
I’ll remember that in 2 weeks when I’m not watching the Niners in the Super Bowl.
Also, he called fair catches on 2 punts that costed us 20-30 yards in field position. He made about 5 horrendous decisions today in only 10 touches.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:02 PM PST up reply actions
It wasn't a bad game that he called
Just couldn’t execute, Giants front four got pressure, etc.
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:05 PM PST up reply actions
I kept expecting a screen to be dialed up
To counter the agressive pursuit, but nope…
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:14 PM PST up reply actions
It wasn't a bad game that he called?!?!?
Look back at the film when the dust settles please.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:08 PM PST up reply actions
Hindsight is 20/20
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:10 PM PST up reply actions
Losing is 0/100
And that’s a fact. His incompetence was obvious as it occurred.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:12 PM PST up reply actions
how could you come up with that? I have no rooting interest at all. This is a kid thrown in to a situation, he let you guys down. It hurts him worse, I guarantee that.
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
thanks man. I have no idea how my comments could be construed as malice. I genuinely feel for you guys, even though you destroyed us. I feel even more for that guy that had the ball go off his knee. Just imagine if that was you? Can you imagine what he’s going through right now?
I sincerely hope he comes back from that better than ever.
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
Just some pissed off fans.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
just some pissed off fans
I wouldn’t take anything too personally today lol
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
you're good people Frank
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
Right
because Kyle Williams running away from the 2nd point isn’t the quintessence of inaction?
I have had a bad day, and when I did I got shit for it. That’s what happens when you fuck up, especially when you are being paid millions of dollars and fail at menial tasks e.g. making sure the ball doesn’t touch you, usually accomplished by anyone with a positive IQ.
by Yoshi11 on Jan 22, 2012 8:05 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Wait a second..
So running AWAY from a rolling ball and NOT succeeding is “trying to make a play” ?? The guy screwed us, plain and simple. Our defense was putting their lives on the lines and this guy can’t hang onto a ball. Of COURSE you blame him!!
damn
I don’t think I have the heart to read a breakdown of the game. All the little things that could have turned the game are the worst.
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 7:57 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Kyle Williams
Hopefully the niners realize that they need as many wr’s as possible. crabtree doesnt cut it. Kyle williams needs to be cut. Morgan back would be nice. we need some separation from wrs and hopefully colin is in next year. Alex missed too many throws today
by ninerafficionado on Jan 22, 2012 7:58 PM PST reply actions
You can be angry
But we simply did not play well on offense at all today. Giants were the better team, as hard as that is.
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:05 PM PST up reply actions
You guys played great. Hats off to you guys.
This is not the 2007 team.
2011 NYG will have their own legacy.
I really do
Like Kyle Williams. But dude after you messed up the first time let it go or at least call a fair catch!
Good season we’ll get it fixed next year.
by Dilon on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Anyone going to watch the pro bowl?
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
If Alex Smith doesn't overthrow Williams on the deep ball down the middle, not sure he'd be the goat of today's game
the artist formerly known as inbillywetrust
Kyle Williams can stay
As a WR only though.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
And below Ginn on the depth chart
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST up reply actions
awesome year for the org, fans, and NFL
As far as the game, credit the Giants for doing just enough to win this one, but we niner fans all know that we didnt lose this game because of how the giants played, we lost it because we blew it several times. Looking at you Kyle Williams, and stupid ass reffs. Playcalling was very odd at times, and the recievers didnt earn a dime of their paychecks
this game.
by erob52 on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
this sums it up nicely. there is nothing left to say basically
9er/chiefs fan from berlin – berlin is in germany – not a native speaker – mistakes may occur
all this
but I really didn’t think the refs called a bad game. Credit to them actually for not assuming VD was OOB on the first TD and overturning it.
WWJHD?
It wasn't so much a bad call as...
…an usually quick whistle. They seem to blow the whistle quicker towards the end of the game. If that had happened in the first quarter, they probably don’t blow the whistle for another 1-2 seconds even if his forward progress HAD been stopped.
by donniethelion on Jan 22, 2012 8:08 PM PST up reply actions
2012 Draft
we need to pick a playmaker WR and i wouldn’t mind another TE like Coby Fleener. 6’6 like a Jimmy Graham.
49ers 2012 Offseason: HELP WANTED at WR, DBs, & O-Line
Well have Bynham coming back
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
We'll have our whole team back
That’s exciting. With a whole offseason to master this offense and get some more pieces. Looking good for the next decade.
WWJHD?
Nothing to be ashamed of
Everyone knew that the winner was going to be the team that made the least mistakes. If Ted Ginn Jr. was playing, its a definite fact that the Niners go to the Super Bowl in my eyes. Congratulations on a hell of a run this season Niner fans and I’ll be at the game next year in SF for what should be a GREAT matchup.
by Well-Rounded Cube on Jan 22, 2012 7:59 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
classy man
thanks, and will be rooting for the Giants! Don’t need Tom Brady to be compared to Joe Montana.
49ers 2012 Offseason: HELP WANTED at WR, DBs, & O-Line
Not just mistakes, Eli made a few mistakes and it’s just bad breaks the Niners didn’t get any TO
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:01 PM PST up reply actions
Go away we don't need Giants fans celebrating here
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:00 PM PST up reply actions
No it's called respect. Too bad you don't have it.
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:15 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
pretty douchey
I’m sure you’re embarrassing all of the classy Giants fans that have came here
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
yeah you are right, I don't know what comment I was reading
my apologies Giantstep, please ignore my comment
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
I have hope for the future though
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
Also, Fuck Joe Buck.
Clearly the best part of him dripped down his mom’s legs.
by downsos on Jan 22, 2012 8:00 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
The obvious solution is to fire Jim Harbaugh.
I hear Mike Nolan is available.
Currently satiating my hunger for Kings basketball with a renewed focus on the NINERS
Back away from the ledge fellas....
this was an amazing game and the 49ers represented themselves well. And thank you again for being cool as shit during the whole game. You guys gonna root for us so that fraud Brady doesn’t tie Montana??
Oh shush
let us vent, please.
The Dude: Oh boy. How ya gonna keep 'em down on the farm once they've seen Karl Hungus.
LOL my bad....
I’m honestly the same way you guys are after a loss so I understand.
by sexyscottish on Jan 22, 2012 8:04 PM PST up reply actions
Hate to say it..
But I like Brady.. And Edelman is from my home town. Plus I respect the way the Pats run there organization.
I don't mind the Pats or Brady (doesn't hurt I'm also a Michigan fan)
but they’ve won enough. I’d rather lose to the SB champ. Go get’em Giants. And since I probably won’t be able to bring myself to watch the game, that’s about as much support as they’ll get out of me.
WWJHD?
Makes you wonder
Don’t know what KW was thinking but it seems to me that he tried to run the ball back in a situation where a fair catch was the best option, and called for a fair catch when he had daylight in front of him on EVERY punt return.
And don’t anyone dare blame the refs
"And thank you to God for making me an Atheist." - Ricky Gervais
by MichaelClutchtree on Jan 22, 2012 8:01 PM PST reply actions
I'm thinking of skipping the Super Bowl
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Fucking BS call on the fumble.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Losing hurts. Time heals. Defense awesome. Offense not so much. Not Alex' fault. Need WRs. Congrats Giants.
GREAT SEASON NINERS.
Thank you 49ers for bringing me such joy this year. Thank you so much for that.
Thank you Niner Nation for being such a great community. Fooch and company, you really make the whole thing more fun.
Next year.
by mwright84 on Jan 22, 2012 8:02 PM PST reply actions 5 recs
truth
the offense will improve with another year. the sad thing is that the defense will be hard to improve on. and we’re challenged to field the same unit next year.
here’s to hoping the offense improves by leaps and bounds.
if we re-sign Morgan
and other key guys who helped take us this far…I think we have another dynasty run in our future; I’m still angry w/Kyle but…will get over it in time I suppose…so long as he sits @ the very bottom of the chart & never handles another return for the remainder of his career ‘as a Niner’
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:14 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
BALLS
Balls balls balls balls balls. Guh. But still, this is so much more than I could have expected out of this season. I’m so sad that it’s over, but if Harbaugh could turn our ragtag group of misfits into an NFC Champion game team…God…can you imagine next season?
/trying to think positive
/grabs bottle of bourbon
So many missed opportunities today.
Kyle Williams put the ball on the grass THREE TIMES. Don’t forget the stupid reverse. He got bailed out once already. Goldson KO’ed Brown on a sure fire interception and neither came up with the ball. Goldson ran into Rogers on another pretty sure fire interception. Dam we were just off today.
Affectionately,
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NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:02 PM PST reply actions
Completely forgot about the reverse
LOL it just gets worse.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:03 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
Can’t be that mad at KW for the reverse, that was a terrible playcall and it wasn’t a great toss by Hunter…shouldn’t have even happened though.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
It was up around his shoulder…and somewhat behind him. Not sure why you call that in a monsoon anyway though.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
I won't aruge it was a shit call
I was yelling, wondering wtf are you doing calling that in this game
I didn't like the playcall either but they run that with Ginn and Walker
and neither have dropped it. Kyle took his eyes off the ball pretty much and was lucky we recovered.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:11 PM PST up reply actions
it was raining
not the best time to call it
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:16 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Overall, a well played game by both sides.
Both Defenses were extraordinary in this game; neither Offense could take anything for granted and it showed.
The Giants simply made fewer mistakes – and in a defensive struggle, that wins the game.
Impressive season for the Niners and their fans.
I’ll be looking forward to their progress and development in the off-season.
Your Offense is fine.
From what I saw, the most obvious explanation for its problems on was simply the Giants Defense – especially its pass-rush – and the Niners’ inability to use safety valves and check-downs properly.
Smith was waiting for the routes to develop for his receivers but the Giants didn’t give your Offense the time.
Plenty of work to do in the off-season but you have a good foundation to build off of.
Thats the key really.
The Niners have a great foundation. There is obviously some holes on the team that injuries magnified this year. A healthy receiving crew would do wonders, need some help on the line, and a little bit more consistency from the qb play…all things that I expect will come from a full offseason of work with the coaching staff.
The future is bright,
Any offensive coordinators expected to be available this offseason?
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
This place is getting stupid negative
so last word of advice – go back and watch the end of the saints game. feel great about that and the future and move on
Fans have no right to be upset after a crushing loss that shouldn't have happened!
The whole point of this country is if you want to eat garbage, balloon up to 600 pounds and die of a heart attack at 43, you can! You are free to do so. To me, that's beautiful.---Ron Swanson
My dislike for Tom Brady overcomes all senses of revenge
Seriously
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
Wait ’till you hear the Giants fans and media after this about how much better the Giants are than everyone else.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:04 PM PST up reply actions
WR Corps need a dramatic overhaul.
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Since there's a user who apparently won't get banned...
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If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
Please don't promote that around here. Give things a minute to cool down. We don't want that kind of thing.
It screws with the site, it creates a TON of confusion. Just leave it and ignore him. We don’t have any mods on right now.
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Direct insults, calling people gay and faggot ... yeah, there is at least one person that deserves to be gone.
Zero tolerance for that.
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I actually don't moderate. It's just my opinion. I can't ban people here.
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I would agree....
I have seen one poster that doesn’t deserve this site Its one thing to be upset, quite another to take it out on other people with that much ferocity.
This game hurts like hell, but only offensive players that have stepped up in the playoffs were Alex & Vernon. I really hope we improve our recievers in the offseason & I hope Kyle uses this as motivation next year. Oh BTW, I leave this on Crabtree, the last few games of the season & the two playoffs he just kinda dissapeared & couldn’t get open. We badly need recievers…..Great Season 49ers, hats off to you guys!!!!!
by HAZAD365 on Jan 22, 2012 8:04 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Wide Receivers needed badly
Free Agency: Dwayne Bowe, Vincent Jackson, Marques Coleston
I’d imagine we can go after one!
I think Teddy Ginn just got big bucks
And him not playing was the reason.
by wtlichens on Jan 22, 2012 8:04 PM PST via mobile reply actions
yeah wow
If harbaugh thought that he could survive next year without ginn — well, this game proves we can’t. bring him back asap.
Great Season Guys
I’m grateful for the season but to give the game away like that hurts…..I wonder if they’ll be back next year with the challenging 2012 schedule they have. I hope they actually get some WRs that can get open as well.
Tough loss. Congrats on a great season.
#BeatTheRaisins
"There's no place like it, and it's ours." - Stephen King on Fenway Park
by 808BostonSportsFan on Jan 22, 2012 8:04 PM PST reply actions
a terrible way to go. the turnovers killed us and the offense was pretty bad, eps. the receivers. don’t understand why we didn’t run more but who knows what the coaches really see.
HOWEVER,
i remember that it was only last year that sunday football was unbearable. this is good. we can move forward from this. i can get used to looking forward to the playoffs.
this.
Remember, this was supposed to be a rebuilding year. I have faith that Harbaugh will field a squad just as good as this one next year, possibly even better. go niners.
Kyle Williams could have been an NFC champion, but he took a football to the knee.
by Anonymous1337 on Jan 22, 2012 8:04 PM PST reply actions 4 recs
rec’d for the only post that made me smile on a depressing night
by memorytapes on Jan 22, 2012 11:02 PM PST up reply actions
Hurts so bad
Defense played well enough to win by themselves today, just a shame that we choked with turnovers after using that as our calling card to win ballgames all season long. We BADLY need a better WR1. Only 1 completed catch ALL GAME to a WR? That’s inexcusable. Unfortunately I’m not sure whether to blame Crabtree for being nonexistent or Smith for failing to find anybody except Vernon Davis.
Receivers looked pretty covered every time the T.V. coverage was on them.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:06 PM PST up reply actions
freedome of speech u idiots
F u kyle williams u idiot
by armando925guerra on Jan 22, 2012 8:05 PM PST via mobile reply actions
This is the internet not the USA.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
The first amendment protects your right to free speech from police brutality and false arrest. This is a private website with its own rules.
the artist formerly known as inbillywetrust
The first amendment
does not protect you from police brutality, let alone ‘free speech from police brutality’ nor does it protect you from false arrest. By the way, I also don’t know what ‘false arrest’ means.
Freedom of speech does not apply here. We have rules.
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by James Brady on Jan 22, 2012 8:14 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Freedom of speech
applies here just as much as it does in the ‘outside’ world. Here, we can’t curse; there, we can’t yell “fire” in a movie theater.
No it does not. You are misinformed. If you sign up here, you agree to the rules. If you break them, you are banned.
You’re free to say whatever you want, sure, but you’re also free to be banned for it.
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by James Brady on Jan 22, 2012 8:16 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Wow.
If you live in America, you agree to the rules. If you break them, you go to jail. From your insight, are we to suggest there is no freedom of speech in America?
No, I'm saying this site has rules and freedom of speech doesn't prevent you from getting banned on this website for breaking them.
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by James Brady on Jan 22, 2012 8:18 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
And I'm saying
that freedom of speech still exists on the site, just as it does in real life — though, as is apparent, there are limitations in both contexts.
Here, read this again.
You’re free to say whatever you want, sure, but you’re also free to be banned for it.
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by James Brady on Jan 22, 2012 8:20 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
I don't think 'freedom of speech"
means what you think it means. So, read this again: You are free to say whatever you want, sure, but you’re also free to be jailed for it. That is the rule in the United States, where we all agree freedom of speech lives, and it is the rule here. Any dissent is effectively semantic or disingenuous.
Listen very closely.
He said “freedom of speech faggots” or something like that up there. He is implying that he can say what he wants on here without being banned because of freedom of speech. This is not the case.
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^^ That is correct.
Freedom of speech isn’t a carte blance to say whatever you’d like. But, if you read what I wrote, you’d see I agree with you last post.
I wrote, “there are limitations in both contexts.” I am not arguing freedom of speech should allow his comments; I’m arguing that its pretty silly to state freedom of speech doesn’t exist “on the internet” or here.
Then you're arguing semantics because you know what we meant.
Freedom of speech implies that you are protected in some way. Here, you are not, so it essentially does not exist here, on Niners Nation, a private institution. “Congress shall make no law abridging the freedom of speech” – we are not congress.
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I don't know what you meant, otherwise I wouldn't waste your time trying to argue.
Freedom of speech does imply that you are protected, and on this site, you are. If I write to you, “Hey James, great comment” I’m protected from being banned because it would be unreasonable. As I wrote, its silly to think freedom of speech is just a phrase tucked into our Constitution — it is an ideal that carries weight and meaning outside of its legal explication.
No, you’re protected from being banned because of our Terms of Service. If I banned you right now, that’s my discretion – Freedom of Speech didn’t protect you from that. Only the ToS governs this site unless something illegal is being done – and nothing illegal is being done by saying you can’t say certain things because, brilliantly enough, you accepted the terms of service. Freedom of speech carries a ton of meaning, nobody is arguing that, but it does not matter one bit when you are on a private website that requires registration that withholds all rights to ban you.
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and the terms of service are written in a way
that they protect the ideal that people should be allowed to say anything they want, with few exceptions. That idea, is of course, freedom of speech.
Freedom of speech as protected by the United States Constitution does not apply on Niners Nation.
The original post from me said as much, even if you mis-interpreted it. Especially considering the original poster was CLEARLY referring to the Freedom of Speech that is protected by said US Constitution. You deciding to wax analytically about some deeper meaning doesn’t change the fact that you’re arguing the meaning of something entirely different than what is being discussed.
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Thank you for calling my writing analytical
But, I didn’t respond to the OP. I asked what the “this is the internet not USA” comment was about. And thus, this.
freedom of speech means nothing. If you read the amendment, you will see that. This is a private thing, they make the rules
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
Freedom of speech
isn’t merely a legal doctrine enshrined in the Constitution. It is a malleable idea, and to suggest it doesn’t apply here simply because there exists the chance one may be banned, is analogous to saying freedom of speech doesn’t exist in America because there exists the chance one may be jailed.
We have rules he accepted. The rules state that if you break them, you'll be punished.
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No. Freedom of speech protects you from congress infringing upon your rights. We are not congress.
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I'm not sure
how many times I have to make the obvious, accepted, and prima-facie compelling case that the idea of freedom of speech has an extra-legal meaning.
you’re just rambling now. I’ve actually seen this argument before.
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
I'm not sure how I'm rambling
I’m glad you’ve seen the argument before; perhaps you could substantively refute it?
i don’t need to, no matter how many 6+ letter words you use. As I’ve said, I’ve seen it before. You are wrong about freedom of speech, accept it and move on. please, for the love of all things
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
Does "I don't need to"
mean “I can’t”? Because, if my points are so clearly incorrect, I’d assume they’d be easy to refute?
sure man, whatever makes you feel good. I understand what makes your motor go, I want no part of it. It goes nowhere.
Just go read your comments in “part dos” I don’t need to say anything. If you can’t see the connection to this conversation, then your head is further up your ass than I thought.
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
I'd rather you respond
like Brady or mcwagner, with substantive comments. So far, you’ve just accused me of being wrong (without supporting evidence) said my head was up my ass (I can assure you, last I checked, it was not), and accused me of making comments I’ve never written!
For the 4th time
please find me these comments you love to reference! Thank you.
I don't think you get it
I can ban you for no real reason at all. The real reason we don’t is because it would scare off other users from visiting and is not good for business. Not because of the freedom of speech.
This comment
negates what I’ve been saying. Thank you mcwagner.
I saw it in the pre game thread, you just start rambling when someone calls you, you use a lot of big words etc, and try to keep battling long after you lose. Awesome stuff.
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
That's werid
because I didn’t post in the pre-game thread? Refuting an argument with non-sequitur’s your providing doesn’t inspire much confidence in me, nor does it really refute what I’ve been saying.
Ok, well you call it differen things. I am referring to the “ask a giants fan” thread, you absolutely did. You said the exact same shit. I’m done here. You’re wrong about freedom of speech, and that stand whether your retort has 25 letters per word, or 3
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
If you find me
any comment I made on an ‘ask a giants fan’ thread, I will give you whatever you want. Like, literally, whatever.
The reason I'm offering you that
is because I didn’t post in that thread.
Sure, if you believe it means something else to you, more power to you. Your constitutional right to freedom of speech is forfeit when you agree to a private ToU/ToS. That's all there is to it.
Whether there’s some other intangible meaning to freedom of speech that you personally believe in that you don’t think is forfeit holds no bearing to the statement that “freedom of speech doesn’t apply here.” The freedom of speech that is granted to you by the constitution does not, which is what I said initially and what you are arguing.
You are basically saying “Well I’m talking about a different freedom of speech!” OK. Fine. We’re not.
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As I've said, I'm talking about freedom of speech as an idea
Whether any constitutional rights exist here, I’m not sure. Though, I think it is an interesting question.
You directly responded to me arguing my statement. You're essentially taking a homophone and running with it.
Because apparently your freedom of speech is different than everyone else’s. You replied to me, trying to contradict what you said. You said nothing about an “idea” for multiple posts. You are wrong and this is my last reply in the matter.
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Please read the amendment. You are clearly misinformed. I’m not trying to start anything. You just suffered a tough loss, you’re angry, etc. But come on man
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
Please read my comment
I’m stating the ‘freedom of speech’ has a meaning outside of the law. Additionally, being misinformed would be an error of, fittingly, information. Improper interpretation, which it seems you are accusing me off (asking me to read the amendment again) is entirely different from an informational asymmetric.
It has meaning, as much as you want to believe it has meaning. It is forfeit when you agree to a private terms of service/use.
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nope, it doesn’t. Big words or not, you’re rambling on instead of saying “I lost” just like the Giants pre game thread. This is a pattern. Just be a man and man up
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
Again, I didn't post
in the pre-game thread. I’m sorry you don’t understand my arguments, but these are fairly straightforward points that are, at least in an academic settings (when considering the rights of refugees, for example), not too controversial.
sorry “ask a giants threat part dos” I thought that was obvious. Whatever, I’m done
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
I'll reiterate my previous offer
Please find any comments I’ve made in the “ask a giants thread part dos” thread.
Thanks!
P.S. They don’t exist.
aaaaaaand you spelled freedom wrong.
Excellent.
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I saw "free dome" and started sporting a chubby
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by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:23 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Freedom of Speech, it doesn't mean what you think it means.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
GOATS
1.kyle williams
2. WRs aint do shit thats why we couldnt convert on 3rd down where was crabtree????
Just sicking lost gmen aint do squat on the offense side in the 2nd half
by Moflush on Jan 22, 2012 8:05 PM PST via mobile reply actions
That hurts
What a bummer. I feel bad for Kyle and the rest of the 9ers. When this is over we can look back and see how amazing this season was. Right now it just hurts.
The Irony is...
We ALL bitched for the past 2 seasons to get Kyle Williams more playing time. Cut this guy… cut that guy… we get our wish, and he chokes, bad!
[only built for cuban linx]
Actually,
KW had a great KR right after that first muffed punt. I’m fine with him as a kick returner.
you know what I mean
[only built for cuban linx]
by Mighty Healthy on Jan 22, 2012 8:09 PM PST up reply actions
Maybe as a kick returner on some other team.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
When did Gore stop being a good player?
Oh, he didn’t? Still awesome? Okay, cool. Let’s never get him the ball then.
Fucking hell, at least it was a great season.
"They'll put a man on the moon before I hit a home run." ~ Gaylord Perry
by calgiants86 on Jan 22, 2012 8:06 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Where was the WCO today?
3step drops and putting the ball into the playmakers hands. I saw none of that. Too many stupid trick plays and Martz like plays that take 10 seconds to develop. That’s where we should be looking at why they lost.
need playmakers for that
[only built for cuban linx]
by Mighty Healthy on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST up reply actions
Agree on the long developing plays
The quick hitters seem to work better for Gore. Not very many reasons to have Gore running a 5 sec toss left around the edge with Davis and Snyder pulling.
Weak WR corps
And it showed today…bigtime!!!! Kyle Williams had a shocker – you’d think that a rook would learn from an earlier mistake. Secure the f…ing ball!! Crabtree is an average WR at best and we missed Ginn and another WR threat (josh Morgan). We need to rethink here. The D played unreal again and if it weren’t for them we would have lost by 20. None of us expected to be here anyway, do lets see the good in it. We’ll build for this season. Go Niners!!
by AfricanNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Some of you fans take Super Bowls for granted
It’s hard as hell to do and this was our best chance in 15 years.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Fuck the sympathy and "good season" talk
Save it for March or April
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST up reply actions
Adults move on....others cry in their milk
I am highly dissapointed in my team, a team that I’ve been a fan of since the 80’s is not going further this season but I and the team have two choices, wallow in self pity of move on and move forward. I myself choose the latter.
by ChesapeakeBay9er on Jan 22, 2012 8:12 PM PST up reply actions 2 recs
I agree whole heartedly
I’m not so in love with myself that I’m going to wallow in self pity. Dust yourself off, and move on.
Moving on is one thing
Turning defeat into some sign of success on the same night is an entirely other thing. It stinks of already accepting defeat before it happened. Let’s call it what it is, a missed opportunity at a spot in history and one that will take 12 months to attempt to redeem.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:33 PM PST up reply actions
Oh I agree on that..this was not a moral victory
it was a loss plain and simple. We succeeded better than we did last year but that is simply progress and we cannot and will not (I hope) rest on any laurel because even they have thorns. We have to move forward to building up the team more and more and correcting any deficiencies.
by ChesapeakeBay9er on Jan 22, 2012 8:56 PM PST up reply actions
I accepted defeat
the second we lost the game…….why? Because there was no way to change the outcome of the game….it was over…The season was over. Time to think about what went wrong and decide how to get better.
I enjoyed this season. I have hope for next season. Nothing will change that.
this game is simple
You don’t turn the ball over and you win. Been that way forever. As a punt returner, you have yo be decisive. Kyle wasn’t all night. It cost us the Super Bowl. That’s what happens when you aren’t a big time player. I’m not gonna crucify him, but he should step up and take his licks.
"In basketball -- as in life -- true joy comes from being fully present in each and every moment, not just when things are going your way." -Phil Jackson
by milldoo on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Kyle Williams
Tough to lose the season on one man’s fingers and a knee. Hang in there Kyle everyone has a bad day. Can’t blame it all on Kyle though many missed opportunities in this game. To my Niners let me just say, THANK YOU ALL, for a wonderful exciting season. Can’t wait till next year to get started.
by IBA49erNotafortywhiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:07 PM PST reply actions
Poor Kyle Williams. It’s gonna take a lot to erase the memory of that game
"Can Manchester United score? They always score... Peter Schmeichel is forward... Beckham, in towards Schmeichel- it's come for Dwight Yorke. Cleared... Giggs with a shot- SHERINGHAM!"
it'll never happen
9er/chiefs fan from berlin – berlin is in germany – not a native speaker – mistakes may occur
Williams GIANTS BEST PLAYER!!!!!!!!!!!!!
There is no I in team but when ONE fuckin player ruins it for the other 51 players then he has to GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He sucks……We needed ginn…great game but the GIANTS had 53 fuckin players on their team.
Nothing Kyle Williams ever does for the rest of his career
will ever redeem him for his poor play today. That is how historically bad he was.
was definitely his Leon Lett moments
Except I enjoyed watching Leon Lett do stupid stuff because he was a Cowgirl
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At least Leon Lett's mistake was in the regular season
This was comparable to that level of mental absence on the biggest stage.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:34 PM PST up reply actions
Why not? He's been a very promising receiver this year
KR/PR’s not his primary job anyway. Ginn will be healthy next year. KW will be a very good #3/4 receiver, which is his role next year.
I think that with Morgan (hopefully) coming back, Crabs, Ginn (mainly for return duties), and the #1 type receiver we draft or get in FA (because it is so obvious that we need to make a move in this way) Williams is pushed off the roster. He’s an okay #3/4 guy, but I think Ginn and Morgan have those spots next year.
Oh for sure. I trust the both of them. They are so in sync when it comes to drafting and just football in general. I mean, even before this game, it’s not like Williams was putting up monster numbers. He may have been the odd man out anyway.
I thought he played extremely well this season
albeit used sparingly.
Hopefully Harbaugh fixes or throws away that power run game offense that hasn’t really worked this year.
Training camp would help.
I agree
but Ginn needs to be used sparingly on offense due to his questionable hands and the fact he’s too invaluable as the return guy. Can’t have him getting injured in a facet of the game where he rarely contributes.
WWJHD?
Not the time
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by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:25 PM PST up reply actions
Not the time
"I got two hard rules I live by, pop. I don't [site decorum] with the devil, and I never do tag teams with blood relatives" -Kenny Powers
by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:25 PM PST up reply actions
that scenario is so improbable it is basically impossible. I am not talking hyperbole in my original post. The chance he ever redeems himself is so small it’ s virtually impossible.
whose idea was it
to let Kyle continue do the returning after f*cking up on a 1st 1??
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:29 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
i can't help but think that kyle will be a stellar player
but he’s way too fast for his own good. in each situation, if he’d have just taken a split second to collect himself before acting- the results would have been different.
a. the reverse. take a split second to catch the ball and see the field, then use your god given speed.
2. the knee. take a second to evaluate the ball, and STAY AWAY! he rushed to the ball like he always does.
c. secure the ball- get past the gunners and then use your god given speed.
if he can get his head right, he’ll be crazy dangerous. and he’s signed through next year….so it’s time to embrace him.
You don't give up on a player over a few plays no matter how costly.
You give up on players who give up on themselves.
It’s not obvious to me which path Kyle will take but it’s up to him and the Niners organization will respond to his decision.
He tried to transition the ball from one side to another which is why he had such a tenuous grip on the ball. He prioritized “Making a play” when the priority was “Ball-Control”.
A clear mistake on his part, but not one that should end his career.
by Rickart on Jan 22, 2012 8:15 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Then u can have him
& if he continues to muff punts for your team…see if you still feel the same
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:32 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
It feels bad trying to put myself in their shoes
They put it all on the line the entire season, for it to all end so quickly and… wrongly.
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by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:26 PM PST up reply actions
Hi all. Patriots fan here (I know, many of you hate Tom Brady)
Anyway, since I’m currently living in the Bay, I’ve had the pleasure of following the Niners these past years. It was a pleasure this season and your team has so much upside. I was telling my friends (many of whom are Niners fans) how I did NOT want the Pats to face your defense. Best wishes with the seasons to come!
Don’t ever wrestle with a pig. You’ll both get dirty, but the pig will enjoy it.
1 Cor 13:13
Well, since I'm trying not to blame this whole thing on Kyle Williams, I'm going to spread some
blame to Greg Roman, too.
The predictable 2nd and 10 runs up the middle killed our offense when we DID have the ball.
For the future, when you’re trying to ESTABLISH the run, you do it on first down or 2nd and 7 or shorter. You don’t set up your offense to get stuffed and your QB running for his life on 3rd and 10 over and over and over.
For that matter, at the END of the game, you’re not really trying to ESTABLISH the run anymore, so don’t bother trying to pick up a 3rd and short on 2nd and 10 when you’ve been getting stuffed in that situation the whole game.
I don't know what to think of Roman
after this game.
"One game at a time. Let's just keep it rolling." Justin Smith
I'm at a lost for words really.
The easy scape goat is Kyle. But I gotta remember it is Ginn’s job. Then what about that non fumble? What about the shit on 3rd down?
D did play big, thought we would run it more, but we didn’t.
Once we held them to a second punt on ot i though we had the game.
It is what it is. At the end of the day, sports are entertainment, and i’ve been entertained longer than I have been for 15 seasons.
We will get back to the SB someday…just wasnt now.
Make now mistakes, this fucking hurts…but did ANYONE see us here?
I sure didn’t.
Ted Ginn
We all might want to blame Williams for this game and deservedly so…but what about Ginn… His whole career the guy has been a P$&@y can’t play through any injury…besides Crabtree being invisible he’s the guy to blame if anyone
by BrooklynNiners on Jan 22, 2012 8:49 PM PST up reply actions
i've cooled down a bit.
Needed Ginn out there, but I thought Kyle would have been a good replacement.
Maybe picked the worst time to have a crap game.
By your user name, I wish you luck with all the trash talking NYG fans.
He'll be a good replacement with more experience, but agreed.
Worst time to have a horrible game for him.
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Free Demers!
Who would you rather have as your punt returner: Kyle Williams or Arnaz Battle?
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by MichaelClutchtree on Jan 22, 2012 8:10 PM PST reply actions
Brandon Jones
Remember him?
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Is Allen Rossum an option?
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thought we had rossum
briefly…or was that some1 else?
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:35 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I've been thinking about it
we lost Josh Morgan, Ted Ginn and empty handed with Braylon.
Kyle’s a promising receiver, who was just too inexperienced/stupid with the ball. He’ll learn.
Well think of it this way. Next year, we have Crabs, hopefully Morgan, and Ginn (mainly for his returning abilities). If get another #1 receiver next year either through the draft or FA (which we really should), then I don’t know if there is room for Williams on the team. I think he is easily replaceable.
We will carry more than 4 WR's
especially after what happened this year. No reason Brett Swain and Joe Hastings need to play WR
Yeah, you may be right, but I also think that we acquire more than one receiver in the offseason. Williams can be okay, but he is too small. I think he could be be replaced. I wouldn’t be surprised if he is back on the team again, but I do think we can do better. If I were GM, I would try to find an upgrade.
Yeah,
I’d ideally like a top tier FA and then a drafted one. (FA signings don’t usually seem to work for some reason.)
I think it has to do with the fact that
the top guys are always have super inflated contracts. Unless you have a record setting year, most guys will never come close to living up to their contracts.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:36 PM PST up reply actions
Kyle Williams
you tried to be a hero and now you’ll always be remembered for two things. i could say something vicious here, but knowing that you have to wake up every morning and look yourself in the mirror over the next few weeks is punishment enough. Remember to say sorry to the defense when you get a chance.
Never thought that I'd cheer for the Pats
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
Kyle Williams is still a good young player.
We still need a true number one wide receiver. Crabtree is not it.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
He just shouldn't have been returning punts
I think he’ll grow as a receiver.
He’s a ROOKIE, for frick’s sake.
Agreed
He’s a WR and very good at that (well, at least good with a lot of potential).
by ColoradoNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:18 PM PST up reply actions
If so, my mistake. Regardless, he's still very young
and he got put out there in a role that he obviously didn’t have the experience for.
By the way, the Niners defense has NOTHING to be ashamed from that game.
They did an amazing job of shutting down Eli Manning and gave the rest of the team every opportunity to win the game.
by TortureOpp on Jan 22, 2012 8:12 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Trust me everyone knows the Niners D is legit, they were balling today
We caught the break today, that’s the diffrence.
by Late for Dinner on Jan 22, 2012 8:15 PM PST up reply actions
Your defense was stellar
I knew they were good, but geez they stepped it up today
Self-praise is for losers. Be a winner. Stand for something. Always have class, and be humble.
-John Madden
The Ballard of Jake:
Stop→Slow→Truck→LEAP!
(Adapted from Raptor 22)
Hey guys that was a great game it is a shame someone had to loose it
niners are a great team they will be back
by Late for Dinner on Jan 22, 2012 8:12 PM PST reply actions
Honestly i know you giant fans mean well but it would be cooler if ya'll just bounced
congradulations but i think i speak 4 the majority of niner fans after a loss like that the last thing a niner fan wants 2 hear " hey nice game ya’ll had a good season"at the same time laughing come on dude don’t they have a " giants nation "you should be on,anyway good luck in the SB peace out!!!!
by Jayubb415rebirth on Jan 22, 2012 9:16 PM PST up reply actions
I've calmed down
Now I feel pretty bad for the dude. He better ask for a trade because he will get run over by some fans if he stays.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
4 chan sounds good now
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
Kyle Williams
Could it have been different? Who knows. Its not totally unfair to put it all on him, but you win some, you lose some. I’m excited about what we can do next year. Damn this stings but let give it up to the SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS!!!!!! One hell of a season!!!!
It just sends me to google
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:14 PM PST up reply actions
I want an elite quarterback damn it.
Alex Smith, beg the FO for some receivers.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
yeah cause that would hope crabs get open...
hard to make alot of places when you are constantly on the run, and can only throw to your TE’s and RB’s cause the WR’s can not get separation
Crabtree got plenty of separation
Just not a lot of balls thrown his way.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
Should have expected this comment. How is your I told you so moment going? I hope you are proud of yourself.
Most of us realized losing was a possibility, doesn’t mean we are happy about it or should rub it in other 49ers’ fans faces, like you.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
is that what I'm doing?
most of my assesments of the team are irregardless of game outcomes, which are not necessarily insightful in terms of gauging the quality of team and its players
The gist of my response there was to illuminate the other side of that dubious argument, which is that it is the receivers that represent the shortcomings of this offense.
A lot of your comments here are the I told you so type, that I’ve been waiting for for weeks, the 49ers haven’t obliged you there until today though.
I’m in agreement that the offense is to blame as much as Kyle, but it isn’t like the Giants defense didn’t have anything to do with it either.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
you mean those two plays?
no, there was no problem with those plays. The unfortunate part is that was the extent of our offense.
that's a rather elemtary way to look at it
“so, Davis made two big plays, therefore the other receivers aren’t dong their job?”…that neglects the myriad of factors that affect each play of each game.
Oh, so now you're saying it's a lot more complicated than just
“Alex was screwing up,” which is pretty much every point you’ve ever made.
I see. Yes, that’s true.
Smiths' criticisms stand alone, independent of his teams' successes or failurers
but your assertion that Davis’ performance shows an inherent problem with the WRs based on production is not sensical.
Nonsensical? Do you know the first thing about analysis and isolating variables?
Alex to Vernon = No problem! TDS!
Alex to everyone else = Serious problems.
Anyone with a halfway rational mind looking at that will say, “We need better wide receivers.”
Lemme guess, you're going to point out the three yard rollout pass where
he hit Gore in the knee.
Yup, THAT was the backbreaker, there!
i love you, guys.
good health to you and good healing. stay hard.
Vernon + legit #1 WR = More points
Hopefully
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
I thought Alex did well today.
Awful play-calling and play by the receivers except Vernon. Only one who showed up.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
by teekay on Jan 22, 2012 8:14 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
You consider less than 40% of your passes and one third down conversion “doing well”
by The Licensed Pessimist on Jan 22, 2012 8:16 PM PST up reply actions
I didn't see that
I saw Alex getting pressured a lot and saw him hit 2 deep TD’s. One deep miss to WIlliams isn’t a big thing. Can’t hit’em all. He threw a few in the dirt but again was on the run with a wet ball. He got us a lead and had no turnovers against a D that was playing pretty excellent coverage. I blame Williams and probably playcalling.
Also, holy shit gotta give Eli credit. He took advantage of the extra opportunities Williams gave him and kept getting up after being repeatedly planted in the turf. Dude looked like he jumped on a grenade at the end of the game. I’m by no means a fan of his, but props.
WWJHD?
He ran the ball well to avoid the pass rush, and connected on a couple big TDs.
Awful play-calling.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
So essentially he hit some wide open receivers. Thats not a good performance. That tebow-like opportunistic
by The Licensed Pessimist on Jan 22, 2012 8:28 PM PST up reply actions
No one else was ever even close to being open.
Hard to QB when you only have one target that’s not completely useless.
"Blackmail is such an ugly word. I prefer "extortion." The "X" makes it sound cool." - Bender Bending Rodriguez
Eleanor Rigby - "Greatest Song" or "The Greatest Song"?
"Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon..."
I call BS
You can’t know that definitively without the coaches film.
I happened to see Crabtree and other receivers open during the game and wondering why Alex was overthrowing them.
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
Sure, they lose, so it's Alex's fault. Such is the opinion of everybody who doesn't usually watch this team.
Ignore the offensive line, ignore the drops, ignore the fact that we have no receiving targets outside of Vernon Davis and ignore the fact that the play-calling was so obvious down the stretch that any defense in the league could have shut down that offense, regardless of who was throwing the football.
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If it weren't for Kyle Williams two muffed punts which led to 10 points,
Alex did enough and them some.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:37 PM PST up reply actions
Whether or not the niners won or if KW were on the team and made those mistakes
doesn’t matter in the terms of an objective assessment of how Alex and the offense performed. The “he played well enough to win” argument is subjective and contingent to how other aspects of the team performed.
So many complaints about this game
1) I don’t understand the play calling at times. When they were running the ball very well they killed drives by switching to passes.
2) The goal line formation for two plays earlier in the 4th at the 50 yard was mind boggling.
3) The Giants jumped the first slant route to Crabtree and Alex didn’t bother to go to him the rest of game. Not getting the receivers involved cost the offense severely in the 4th and OT. Also, it would help if the offense put in more than 3 plays in the playbook for Crabtree.
4) Ultra conservative coverage (DC decision) in the 1st half was costly. All the decision in the 1st half were conservative and put the 49ers behind in the game. Good job trying to run out the clock with 2:30 left, shm.
5) The only bright side to #10 is he overshadowed Roger Craig. Roger gets a little relief now.
6) I felt all week Ray McDonald would need a big game and he did. I had my doubts all week about missing Ginn’s sure hands on special team. Ultimately Ted Ginn Jr. being hurt cost the game.
7) Offense needs to be much better next year for the team to even sniff this sort of season. Defense don’t play that well two years in a row. Probably closes the book on a few long time 49ers career at getting SB ring, sigh.
"Defense don’t play that well two years in a row."
Especially not ones that live/die on turnovers. Our defense gave up a ton of yardage through the air all season.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:16 PM PST up reply actions
Fangio is sticking around
don’t see why much should change
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:42 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
#1 is my biggest complaint
What was Roman thinking?
"One game at a time. Let's just keep it rolling." Justin Smith
It was predictable
1st down: Bootleg weird out patterns
2nd down: Shotgun draw play
3rd down and long: WR no separation, Alex runs/gets sacked.
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
LMAO @ how exact that play calling has been for most games this season
If we can see it, then do they think other team’s don’t?
If not those 3, then it’s 1st down: Slant, 2nd down: Bootleg PA, 3rd down: Out routes short of first down yardage. 4th and 2: Punt.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:20 PM PST up reply actions
New plays
Weren’t those Tebow plays new? I saw a bunch of planned QB runs, and that halfback trap thing where Alex can pull it back and go the other way. Thought that was pretty bold.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
I was so pissed at the defense after the first half, but they locked up Cruz for the second.
Am kinda pissed Goldson messed up two INT opportunities though and I’m not one that has been mad at him much this year.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
I don't blame Goldson
It was just unlucky that they we thrown so bad in to Double Coverage that you had two guys being able to make a play on the ball.
Alright guys. Thank you for a great season. I’ll be seeing you during draft mania. F the Superbowl because whoever wins is a pretender. Shouldve been the Niners. Next year guys. Stay faithful!!!
by Nicoyas on Jan 22, 2012 8:14 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Anyone else think Braylon was cut too early?
The Ginn injury exposed the WR depth.
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this
Hated that move. Made no sense. Is he any worse than swain?
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 8:15 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I can't think of any active WR in the NFL worse than Brett Swain
Honestly.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:16 PM PST up reply actions
In returning punts??
couldn’t say…
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:44 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
He wasn't doing anything.
Should have traded for Brandon LLoyd when we had the chance, or signed TO. Would be in the SB without doubt. This is the best defense in history.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
FA's
Gotta wonder how Moss would have done now.
"Your curses do not compare to those of Houston fans or Detroit fans, and especially not to those of fans from the northside of Chicago. You are not Hamlet. You are Valerie Bertinelli. Your victim act is schlocky, and totally unconvincing. You fancy yourself tormented. You are merely insecure."
-- Scott Burton to Red Sox fans, 6/12/02
http://espn.go.com/magazine/burton_20020612.html
Plus we could have gotten a pick out of the deal if we didn't cut him when we did
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
I forgot the game
But he should have been cut. He made 2-3 plays that almost cost the 49ers the game and acted like he didn’t care.
still pissed
This is gonna hurt for a long time. Liked that niner players conforted Kyle after the second fumble. They’re bigger men than I because personally I would kick him in the shin
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 8:15 PM PST via mobile reply actions 1 recs
& I'd be holding him for u
so which 1 of those is the lesser evil?
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:46 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
49ers Leading Wide Receiver for the game
Michael Crabtree
1 Catch 3 Yards
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:16 PM PST reply actions
This is exactly why we needed help BADLY at WR
When braylon got cut…. Never understood that, even when we were winning with Joe Hastings at WR.
0-13 on 3rd downs.......
Yeah, blame it all on dumbass Williams.
Agent Dunham....Walternate testified that in his universe, AleX Smith is a pro-bowl QB for the Saints, and broke Trent Dilfer's season record of 6000 yards passing. Walter....Thats nice, more LSD please.
by scrappydog on Jan 22, 2012 8:16 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Fact of the matter is we win if he doesn't fumble the first time
or the second time, there’s a possibility.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
The first fumble was the most egregious play I think I've ever seen in postseason history
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:18 PM PST up reply actions
Can anyone name a more costly and unbelievably silly decision?
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:18 PM PST up reply actions
Roger Craig fumble
no…
I can’t think of one.
Fuck my life.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
yeah
The Craig fumble hurt, but atleast he was one of the guys that had gotten us to that point and just had someone knock the ball out. Williams should have never ever ever been close to that punt.
that didnt help
But the fumbles were the fork. Single handedly changed the game.
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 8:22 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Slow DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Niners went 14-4 this year..I perdicted 10-6. Jim was awsome this year next year will be better….Williams SUCKS on punt returns. I’m drunk and pissed off but hats off to the 49ers and the entire coaching staff…Still FUCK WILLIAMS he and the GIANTS THEY SUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
couldnt give those things for free right now
Man I can’t remember the last time I was this mad at someone I don’t even know.
by Ador08 on Jan 22, 2012 8:19 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Tough game today guys
It could have gone either way at the end there. Crazy good playoff D played out there by both teams today. .
Kaep is the future
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
tough loss Niners fans, but congratulations on an amazing season. If someone told you last year that you’d lose the NFCCG this year, what would you say?
I’d imagine you’d all be like “well alright!”
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
I'd have called that person an idiot before making preliminary plans to write posts about having a top ten pick in the 2012 nfl draft
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If someone told you, you’d lose to Tebow this year, what would you say?
Why are you even here? I mean you aren’t really being an ass or anything, just curious.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
also, it depends on when you ask. If you asked me as soon as I found out we were playing them, after looking at our teams situation, I’d say “yep, sounds about right”
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
I think you misunderstood.
It was completely tongue-in-cheek, that is why I said you aren’t being an ass, I was genuinely curious why you would be interested in coming here and being involved in the nonsense going on around here, I don’t even want to be here and yet I still am…
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
because I watched the game, felt bad for the guy that had the ball go off the knee, and wanted to congratulate you guys on a great season, in which you destroyed my team.
Mostly it was a failed attempt to get people to go easy (if he’s on twitter or whatever) on that returner kid.. I can only imagine how bad he feels…
I seriously feel for him.
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
Anyone who is "alright" with losing before the season even begins
Has no place in this discussion. Predicting a losing season is one thing, but actually being “alright” with it shows a lack of soul and passion.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:24 PM PST up reply actions
not the point, after last year, you were expecting nothing. You got this far. that’s a good season for a team that was 6-10 the year before.
of course you’re not alright with this…but put it in perspective. Nowhere to go but up
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
There's always somewhere to go but up unless you're the worst
I doubt the Colts thought they would be where they are right now. I’m sure the Chiefs thought they were the “new hotness” after where they got last year. I don’t think we’ll end up like the Colts, but injuries happen, fluke plays happen, and tons of other things can happen in a season. I think you’re taking the situation for granted.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:39 PM PST up reply actions
Exactly how we should look at it.
We are on the way up, as opposed to all the years moving laterally or moving down. Thanks for the post.
Im actually taking this loss pretty good.
Think about it guys. First off YES it HURTS to lose this way. But we werent even supposed to be here. And this game showed me that we belonged here. Forget what everyobody else thinks. We deserve to be hear and will be here next year. We will only get better!!
by Johnveeskys on Jan 22, 2012 8:18 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
Yeah...
But to get a FG we needed to get a first down on third down. The lack of depth at receiver finally caught up with us.
no, I think it was
more the lack of Kyle Williams’ discipline to not screw up 2 key punts…but yes, our lack of WR depth did finally catch up to us
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:53 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
This one hurts
Go Niners. Probably going to have to avoid this site for a week and not watch the superbowl as well
Thank You 49ers!!
This game could had a different ending but unfortunate Giants won. Cant wait for next season we have a few grey areas to grow on it should be a great of season for this team! We should lay off Kyle Williams I think he knows he fucked up maybe we should encourage the guy to get better! Thanks NINERS til next season!!
by RobNiner on Jan 22, 2012 8:19 PM PST via mobile reply actions 1 recs
Geez we lost to the Giants twice on fumbles which led to field goals
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
I'm looking forward too
The draft and training camp and Josh Morgan coming back, and AleX resigning. Other than that have a great off season everyone, Bone out………
"Let It Roll"
by To The Bone on Jan 22, 2012 8:20 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Fucking Brilliant season
But heartbreaking loss… Need a wide receiver badly, need an interior offensive lineman, and to re-sign Dashon and Rogers. I got the feeling Dashon was so desperate to have a pick today for a better contract, he got in the way of two picks
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
by teekay on Jan 22, 2012 8:22 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
That TB injury play
I thought Goldson was in way better position for that one. If anything I think TB made the mistake.
The mistake on that play was by Eli’s WR. Was it Nicks, can’t remember? Clearly miscommunication on the offense. The result on the defense was more just unfortunate, but I’d venture toward Goldson since he’s the one with the view of the field.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
yeah, hard to "fault" a guy there
that’s just an unlucky play. if you see an INT chance you go for it.
I don't put them on Dashon. He broke on the ball before T. Brown did, it was just unfortunate. And rogers dropped the pic before the contact, so that isn't his fault either.
Sufficiently advanced sarcasm is indistinguishable from being an @$$hole.
by So. Cal. Niner. Fan. on Jan 22, 2012 8:25 PM PST up reply actions
Such crap, all of it, can we get one freakin call?
I mean there is so much to be pissed about….i mean how can you call a personal foul only on VD in the 1st half, when both teams were messing around? It cost the Niners 15 yards and a chance at a FG….so many of these little things that went the Giants way, you would have thought THEY were the home team
I would have like calls on a few of those plays where they tackled Niners pass rushers.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:23 PM PST up reply actions
some were so blatant and in open field, it is truly amazing they didn't call barely any
I guess the NFL got what they wanted
by sanfranfanmdk on Jan 22, 2012 8:24 PM PST up reply actions
don't blame the reffing
49ers lost this one. WR’s couldn’t get open, offense couldn’t get ONE FREAKING FIELD GOAL with 2 chances at the end of regulation.
This was a good season, with a full offseason and influx of offensive talent, 49ers will be back.
well all i can say is
forward progress was stopped my ass, 2nd time this year that BS cost us against the Giants
by sanfranfanmdk on Jan 22, 2012 8:26 PM PST up reply actions
eh, it's one play
that was pretty borderline, bang-bang play.
You can’t really expect to be a superbowl caliber team and not recover from something like that with 5+ minutes to go.
If it weren't for KW
we might not be so pissed right now…
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 9:57 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Hey it was a great game
It was going to come down to a mistake by one side at the end. Williams is the Goat and deservedly so but he would not have been on the field if it wasn’t for injuries. That’s just Football. We had a great run and came within a muffed return of going to the super owl. It is only going to get better and next time we will not make the same mistakes.
by suffrin9erfan on Jan 22, 2012 8:23 PM PST via mobile reply actions
This was not a bad season
We’ll come back stronger next year, assuming we resign Carlos. IDK about our safeties, but whatever.
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
I could of swore mike singletery n that old man ray was calling the plays in the 3rd n 4th
qauter we went ultra conservitive!!!!
by Jayubb415rebirth on Jan 22, 2012 9:44 PM PST up reply actions
Kyle, a word of advise
Go straight to your car and drive as far away as your gas tank will take you. Your health and well-being are currently in jeopardy
NO he's not
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
Kyle needs to learn to be more careful with the football
Also he needs to hire some security for at least a month
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
Goldson, Rogers, Brooks, Grant
this D is going to get expensive
by TimLaser and MattyC on Jan 22, 2012 8:25 PM PST reply actions
We have plenty of cap-room.
Grant is a RFA, and will be re-signed on a reasonable deal. Brooks won’t be re-signed, another stupid false start. Rogers will want to stay, and will re-sign on a reasonable deal. Goldson might want too much.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Anybody got video of Harbaugh post-game?
Like locker room speech or in front of media?
I don't have a pen.
Harbaugh will keep Kyle Williams and make him make this game up to everyone.
You’ll see. Harbaugh wont let him be down on himself or walk away from the team. Just like he did with Alex.
by Johnveeskys on Jan 22, 2012 8:26 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
he can feed the desire for redemption and try to squeeze production out of him, but he will never truly redeem himself. He was that bad.
Nope, it will be easier to find someone better and more dependable than trusting him to make up
for a catastrophic fail
Yup, no coming back from those two monumental mistakes.
Nothing he can do to redeem himself for costing us a chance at the Superbowl
winning the SB for you next year wouldn’t redeem him? really?
Can I get some hot sauce for my doughnut?
after this game
he’ll probably be lucky to make the team next season…partly because we’ll be addressing our WR issues & partly because…well, some things just aren’t redeemable
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 10:02 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
They didn't win, we lost it
These are the worst kinds of losses.
Did anyone else feel like all the breaks that were going our way all year completely went against us this entire game?
1) 2 INTs dropped due to collisions
2) Bradshaw’s forward progress non-fumble
3) Williams – need I say more. Don’t forget he dropped the ball on the WR reverse too!
However, we could have helped ourselves out with more than 1 (garbage time) 3rd down conversion on offense and some better play calling (really a WR reverse in the rain?)
by 49er Cappy on Jan 22, 2012 8:27 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
That’s how I saw it. A bunch of bad breaks.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:28 PM PST up reply actions
Let's not be that fanbase
Credit to the Giants Defense and ST play, and the offense that did its job when needed.
Credit them then but
Tell me which breaks they didn’t get. I’m just saying it seems those breaks went our way nearly all year but we couldn’t buy one today. Yes, the Giants made their own breaks and If they don’t get half of these breaks we win. However, nothing can compare to the Bradshaw fumble.
Eh
49ers had plenty of chances to win, especially late in regulation when a mere FG wins it. Instead we go 3 and out, and then some questionable plays lead to a drained clock.
Agreed
I give them credit but, and this was my original point, what makes the loss hard is that if we don’t make those mistakes (if we get a break or two) we most likely win.
You're absolutley right
It was a game that the Niners lost because they couldn’t capitalize in crunch time. Throw in the missed INT’s because of collisions, the refs being whistle happy, and Williams’ mistakes and it’s a big, fat L.
I kept telling myself the Niners were going to pull it out when the D held and gave the offense the ball w/ some time remaining to make plays, but then the play-calling was abysmal and they couldn’t advance the ball to even attempt a FG. I’m absolutely crushed right now.
"The principle is competing against yourself. It's about self improvement, about being better than you were the day before." ~Steve Young #8
by Young_To_Rice on Jan 22, 2012 8:31 PM PST up reply actions
After this offseason the Niners O should come back stronger
But it is a much tougher schedule
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
Patriots, Packers, Saints all on the road
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:29 PM PST up reply actions
Was a pretty tough schedule this season.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:29 PM PST up reply actions
Not as tough as next season
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:30 PM PST up reply actions
We're gonna need
a seriously upgraded receiving Corp if we’re gonna win those
by Doni S on Jan 22, 2012 10:06 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
and people forget
He bobbled that reverse early in the game too. That was all on him. You gotta take him out of that punt return duty after the first one. He clearly isnt in the game mentally. You have gotta adapt and go with a plan B, even if you have to make it up on the fly. Kendall Hunter, Crabtree, Walker, Rogers, T Brown. Get one of them in there!
Hey it was a great game
It was going to come down to a mistake by one side at the end. Williams is the Goat and deservedly so but he would not have been on the field if it wasn’t for injuries. That’s just Football. We had a great run and came within a muffed return of going to the super owl. It is only going to get better and next time we will not make the same mistakes.
by suffrin9erfan on Jan 22, 2012 8:28 PM PST via mobile reply actions
gg 49er fans
You have an absolutely beast D I was terrified till the end.
by jhMLB on Jan 22, 2012 8:29 PM PST via mobile reply actions
Giant fan here. All I can say is that was one hell of a game
All the best next year. You have nothing but bright days ahead with this team and coaching staff.
I got a GIF for that!
Giants by 17 over GB, take it to the bank!
Giants by 10 over SF, take it to the bank! Well, OK, by 3, but we are Super Bowl bound!!!!!!!
by Fester McDougal on Jan 22, 2012 8:29 PM PST reply actions
This is all Bear Pascoe's fault.
You were drafted ONLY BECAUSE you had an awesome name. Now you come back to SF and do us like this?! We brought you into the league! GODDARNIT BEAR PASCOE!!!
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:30 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Next season the NFC West is going to be stacked.
Going to be tricky indeed.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Not to mention our schedule does us no favors.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:31 PM PST up reply actions
Great season guys
But to that clown that keeps attacking the Falcons to cope with the loss, way to go ace.
"NLDS or bust" - Bobby Cox
We don't have to continue to settle Atlanta. We're better than that.
http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2012/1/22/2726670/kyle-williams-anthony-davis-evil-eye-photo
"It might be time to give Alex some credit, huh?" - Harbaugh
KW better get a bodyguard for the locker room. A really big bodyguard.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:32 PM PST up reply actions
He's right to be pissed
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:32 PM PST up reply actions
i saw the look Crabtree gave him right before the game winner
by sanfranfanmdk on Jan 22, 2012 8:33 PM PST up reply actions
Was it worse?
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:43 PM PST up reply actions
They held our entire WR crew to 1 catch, 3 yards.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:32 PM PST up reply actions
Pats secondary is worse
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Worst of all
Baas is starting in the Super Bowl
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
I don't see a problem with that
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Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:32 PM PST up reply actions
Pisses me off that our ex-players are in
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
That is FAR from worst of all...
"The principle is competing against yourself. It's about self improvement, about being better than you were the day before." ~Steve Young #8
by Young_To_Rice on Jan 22, 2012 8:33 PM PST up reply actions
Was a joke
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
No he sucks lol
Goodwin >>>>
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
They both suck
Need a new center
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Goodwin doesn't suck too bad
But I think WR is a necessity for this team.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
He's not awful
But I definitely think we can get an upgrade there.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Not in the draft
maybe via free agency though I doubt that. Definitely want someone I can have confidence as a backup guard and backup center
how do you feel about Chilo coming back,
still think he has huge upside, would be on a team-friendly deal.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
He said confidence in as a backup guard.
Most of us have zero confidence in Rachal. When Iupati went down and Rachal went in, I already thought the game was over hahahah.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:03 PM PST up reply actions
Time to cut the cord on Chilo
and I’ve been one of his biggest supporters on this site. He doesn’t seem to retain anything he’s learned the previous season and has to relearn it all.
Who's gonna do all the college draft stuff now that Drews gone?
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
Ninersnation has a lot of good writers
I’m sure someone will pick up the slack. I do appreciate the writers that have come and gone, but the site must move on.
Well, I've already got about 5000 words written about draft-eligible wide receivers.
My rankings did extremely well, people loved ‘em this offseason. I’ll do some stuff, but I’m sure Fooch has plans for the same type of coverage. We’re trying to get better every day.
And then God created Saturn ... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it. ... Always a ninja
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Re-sign Goldson, Rogers, and Ginn Draft a WR or two, get a rotation player in the middle rounds
come back stronger next year. Our schedule will be tough but at least we won’t get the “it doesn’t count they’re in the NFC West” crap
I don't want Goldson on this team next year unless it's for $5 million per year or less
there are some good safeties available via FA.
I doubt he leaves the Redskins
but there are others who are far better safeties than Dashon “Me Hit Big” Goldson
I’m sorry, I see plenty of the Redskins, Landry is not good.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
Landry is great in my opinion.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
He’s one of the better players on their defense, but he isn’t good. Maybe it is because he’s asked/tries to do too much, but Goldson is better.
Would depend on the $$ difference IMO, whatever happens with Goldson will though.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
How is Goldson better?
In laying big hits? He’s not better in actual coverage, which is what a safety is supposed to do. He’s not better in preventing YAC either.
Landry is probably better in coverage 1-on-1, easily the weakest part of Goldson’s game, but playing over the top in space (usually what a FS is doing), Goldson is better.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
I'll take the coverage any day of the week and twice on Sunday
Haven’t we had this conversation before? Where we came to the conclusion that we look at completely different things from our safeties?
Um, possibly. I’m not sure I’ve actually had many lengthy discussions on our safety situation with anyone.
I’m still kind of up in the air with Goldson. It is still going to be the $$, it is hard to make any real evaluation until we know what he is willing to take to be a 49er, or if he’d rather take his chances as a FA. Clearly that didn’t work out as he planned last year.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
Polamalu
is a free agent:-) Gonna get 6mil a year but…..that would be amazing to see him in a niners uniform.
SS-Tyvon Branch-Raiders
FS-Thomas Decoud-Falcons
SS-Charles Godfrey-Panthers
FS-Micheal Griffin-Titans
SS-Chris Hope-Titans
SS-Sean Jones-Bucs
SS-Laron Landry-Skins
SS-Jim Leonhard-Jets
FS-Reggie Nelson-Bengals
SS-Bryan Scott-Bills
SS-Gerald Sensabaugh-Cowboys
A guy like Micheal Griffin is pretty good. Allpro in 2010..probowler in 08’ and 10’. Not sure how much of an upgrade he would be from Goldson though.
I feel the same way
it’s not like he some irreplaceable talent. he is a nice kid with some upside. Easily replaceable, and if it means I never have to see him in a Niners uniform again, that’s fine.
Probably best for his career
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
I never want to see him return kicks in a Niners uniform again
I kinda feel like he owes it to us to be a good receiver for the Niners now.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:36 PM PST up reply actions
stop
disagree to the fullest extent, kid is an upcoming stud slot reciever…don’t be short sighted
I think he deserves to stick on the team at WR
But every time I hear his name or see his face or uniform for the next year or two I won’t be able to think of anything else but tonight.
Even Alex Smith didn’t have to overcome that much.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:42 PM PST up reply actions
Completely different
Craig’s 1990 fumble came after 2 SB winning seasons, where he was an integral part of the team’s success.
Williams is a 2nd year nobody, who botched the game TWICE. Still feel for him though, he’s a good kid.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Even worse...
…it was a mistake he’s made before. He made a questionable pick up of a punt against the Saints, too.
Yikes that was terrifying
and the dive for the punt earlier today. Hooooly shit.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
That one gave me a heart attack.
What kind of returner lays out for a punt with Giants all around you. You still get the ball if you don’t catch it you know.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:04 PM PST up reply actions
Obviously Not the same story
but same concept, he’s a 49er, he deserves our respect
Well I'm gonna leave, maybe sit in a chair for a couple hours and think about live
Go Niners, we are going to the SB next year!
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
*life
If you're watching a blowout, you can pass the time by counting the double teapots.
Samurai Champloo > Macross
by doubleteapot on Jan 22, 2012 8:34 PM PST up reply actions
Wasted chance...
These championship games aren’t easy to reach and the 49ers let the W slip away. That’s ‘worst of all’ in my book. Unbelievable how that game played out.
"The principle is competing against yourself. It's about self improvement, about being better than you were the day before." ~Steve Young #8
Watched Ravens game
Man, it sucks how they lost that game. This game: We lost it in a worse fashion.
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
I'm with you
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:43 PM PST up reply actions
Hell of a dixking game.
It came down ti what everyone expected it to, TOs. So sad that a team so talented and so hungry fell short. Join us in oie thread on sunday to support us in representing the nfc conference.
by LoNJDTechnology on Jan 22, 2012 8:35 PM PST via Android app reply actions
Congrats, on the W.
I think the Giants will beat New England.
"The principle is competing against yourself. It's about self improvement, about being better than you were the day before." ~Steve Young #8
by Young_To_Rice on Jan 22, 2012 8:36 PM PST up reply actions
What? Who gives a shit what conference we're in. What is this, the first post-merger year?
Not gonna root for the NYGiants
My apologies. Didn't mean to offend. Great game!
If you want to argue that Manning is a) not a great quarterback or b) not the best quarterback in franchise history your credibility is automatically shot.
by LoNJDTechnology on Jan 23, 2012 9:10 AM PST up reply actions
Sorry for not replying.
Saying he deserves more looks, even if he’s covered he can make the play. Just generally pissed at offensive play calling.
Don't like that at all.
You deserve more looks when you put in time during the OFFSEASON to get on the same page as your QB. Alex will never squeeze a ball into a tight situation unless you have that chemistry and trust with him. Hence Alex will only cut it loose and make the balls to the walls throws with VD. Anyone else, he’ll err on the safe side and over throw it or throw it out of bounds.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:48 PM PST up reply actions
He seemed really caught up in the moment.
Real angry faced & strong voiced. He was clearly holding back on wanting to say more. When I posted he was going Diva, it looked like he was about to bust. But he held back his emotion enough to just say “Its football” or when baited by a reporter “that’s what I’m saying”. Didn’t look good.
I like that
Shows Crabs is hungry. He will be in the offseason and will be ready to rock-n-roll next year. I still believe in him
I'm not in the group that wants Crabs gone.
But I definitely believe that once he gets some actual off season time with Alex, their play will improve vastly. Like I said, Alex will not give you a chance to fight for a ball if he doesn’t trust you. Crabs can complain all he want about not getting enough opportunities, but until he finishes one off season his chatter means nothing.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:06 PM PST up reply actions
Ladies and gentlemen
If the Giants win the SB, David Carr will have a Super Bowl ring.
"I got two hard rules I live by, pop. I don't [site decorum] with the devil, and I never do tag teams with blood relatives" -Kenny Powers
Didn't he have one already from the game 4 years ago?
Currently satiating my hunger for Kings basketball with a renewed focus on the NINERS
Let's not forger about Bear Pascoe.
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This is only the beginning yall
I know this mess stings like hell, but it only shows us what we already knew…that we were weak on the outside. Having basically one person to throw the ball to isn’t gonna cut it. We all knew that. Kyle was put in a position he wasn’t ready for, and it showed. Cutting him isn’t the answer. Let’s let Harbaugh coach him up, and hope that his mistakes fuel him to have a hell of a year for us next season. We proved a hell of a lot this year. We are back…we are going to be consistent contenders. One loss hurts like hell…but one loss won’t stop this 49er show.
Forever Faithful
'Bama fan since birth, Niners Faithful & Hawks fan since '86, Braves fan since '90
It's the sport of kings, better than diamond rings....football.
Roll Tide Roll!
Go NIners!
by ronniemac03 on Jan 22, 2012 8:36 PM PST reply actions 2 recs
I'm Tired of Fumbling
NFC titles to the clowns in New York.
by Ninerpoints on Jan 22, 2012 8:37 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
lol....so much truth
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
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by Kidd2Petrovic on Jan 22, 2012 9:54 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Thank you
read almost every comment every day, not frequent poster…thanks for everyone making this season great, as disappointing as it is. Enough with the kyle williams talk, cant imagine how the kid feels, he’s still a 49er and deserves are respect, given everything he can to succeed in the league. God bless, Dynasty begins now
by SW42 on Jan 22, 2012 8:37 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
RE: WRs
Harbaugh could do worse than go Bill Walsh in the 1981 draft and just draft himself a wide receiver corps.
I doubt we’ll find one as good as Ronnie Lott was a DB in the draft, but it is clearly the worst part of the team right now. Everything else is at least competent.
I just want to say, Thanks for the PHENOMINAL game guys
Seriously, Kudos to your entire team. If you guys had won, it would sting, but I would be cheering for you all the way. You deserved it just as much as I did…
Either way NE was going to face a badass D that nobody picked to even be in the playoffs, let alone in the SB.
Er... "we"
not “I”… keyboard phail…
but the rest went how I wanted it to :-)
3 critical mistakes
Mistake 1)
Niners stop giants on a 4th and 1, with a 7-0 lead and with a lot of momentum. The 49ers promptly fumble the ball on a reverse to KW. Not sure if it was Kendall Hunter or Kyle William’s fault, but taking an 11 yard loss after such a huge defensive stand killed that drive and some momentum.
Mistake 2)
Kyle Williams lets the ball scrape his knee after an amazing defensive stop. The niners still should have stopped the Giants on that 3rd and long though.
Mistake 3)
Kyle Williams fumbles the ball at the worst possible time. The win % probably dropped from like 50 to 10 on that one.
Of course, the niners punted 5 times in a row and could not get anything going (or get a meaningful 3rd down conversion). Smith was throwing the ball into the ground a couple of times on those last few drives – not sure if it was pressure or if the receivers could get no separation.
What does the 49ers salary cap situation look like? They have to re-sign Alex, Goldson and Carlos to longer-term deals. Do you think they make a play for a FA WR or stick with the draft.
Can't complain though...
From 6-10 to 13-3 and an NFC title game appearance.
And all that without a full offseason to learn the offense and without a solid WR.
Here’s to the future…
I was wondering if Alex didn’t have a grip on those balls he threw into the ground due to the rain. Looked like the receivers were completely covered on those plays anyway, so maybe he was just throwing the ball away.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:42 PM PST up reply actions
How can people be talking about next year already??
It is so far away, and so uncertain! It is really hard to get to the NFC championship, especially to repeat it. And yet people are already looking at how good we will be next year. Do you realize how big an opportunity this was? Do you realize what just slipped through our (Kyle William’s) hands?
Of course we realize.
But it’s often less painful to think about the future than to dwell on the (very) recent past.
"He forced it to go in the net, and that's a good thing."
"Generally speaking, the ball is the only thing that can score."
-Jerry Reynolds
This.
It sucks now, but we’re set to be a very good football team next year.
"I've seen enough movies to know that popping the back of a raft makes it go faster!" - Troy Barnes, Community
Free Demers!
Yep
But I still can’t believe we got THIS far. Even as close as it was. There are worse things. Like losing a Super Bowl. Something we 49ers fans have yet to experience.
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
and bounced off his leg
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
It's called coping
And then God created Saturn ... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it. ... Always a ninja
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As someone who was born mere months after the 1981 team won it all,
I can honestly say that this 2011 team was the most “special” Niners team of my lifetime. This game will sting for a long, long time, but…what a ride.
And, Kyle? We cool. Still love you.
"He forced it to go in the net, and that's a good thing."
"Generally speaking, the ball is the only thing that can score."
-Jerry Reynolds
by Juan Primo on Jan 22, 2012 8:39 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Maximum possible props
look forward to a bright future
You PLAY to WIN the GAME.
Dear Tebow, please let the Giants beat the 49ers.
by Simms-McConkey on Jan 22, 2012 8:41 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Guys, true story here
First college football game of ASU I saw in 2009 (or 10 I forget) was the last game where Kyle WIlliams botched a punt to end the game. Think it was against Arizona.
Sigh.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Still have my Alex Smith jersey on as well.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:49 PM PST up reply actions
Now to the future.
Another Drink..
by northwestniner on Jan 22, 2012 8:41 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
49ers mistakes hopefully correctable.....
1. Abandon the run in 4th qtr & overtime. 49ers as a team ran for 150yds; not one rushing attempt with 4mins left in game or in overtime.
2. Turnovers -2 (Giants 2 49ers 0). You would think that Ahmad Brashaw run was a fumble so team would be @ -1 for the day in 4th but nope refs botched that one!
3. #1 Special Teams Unit got out played by the Giants on this day. There are three facets in this game unfortuately only 2 played came to play.
4. Questionable play calls on down & distance (Boobie Dixon for a crucial 3 & short with “jumbo package” instead of Frank) Or (Not 1 screen pass to negate giants pass rush) Or (1st quarter you have momentum on your side & you decide to run a reverse with Hunter pitching ball to Kyle which he fumbles & now looking @ 2 & 20) Why risk that in this rain with two of your lesser experienced players?
Just some obervations I’m sure I’ll have more! This game stings because the team did uncharacteristic things throughout the game on crucial parts of the game that all bounced the giants way!! Still proud of how far they came this year but this game was to be had by the 49ers & they didn’t capitalize.
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
The Most Interesting Man In The World---->Mikhail Prokhorov!!!
by Kidd2Petrovic on Jan 22, 2012 8:42 PM PST via mobile reply actions 1 recs
I agree. Niners need to do a lot of soul searching about their offensive play calling in the off season.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:44 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
keep Roman
change playcalling. I’m thinking Geep
by mcwagner on Jan 22, 2012 9:00 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Some of those play designs
Let’s fake a sweep right, and sweep left like a screen.
It worked, but it was still WTF…don’t do that again…
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
The plays where Hunter would start what looks like a sweep
and then stop in his tracks and run backwards the other way had me going WTF. But they gained yardage so can’t complain there.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:07 PM PST up reply actions
funny how when the team gashes giants for great gains
It set up play action for TE’s & WR’s to be wide open. But the coaches just crapped it like it wasn’t working…
For the game!!
49ers. 28 rush att 150yds 5.4 yds/carry 18yds long
Giants. 26 rush att 85yds 3.3 yds/carry 9yds long
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
The Most Interesting Man In The World---->Mikhail Prokhorov!!!
by Kidd2Petrovic on Jan 22, 2012 9:00 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Can't believe they didn't go back to the running game in OT.
And by running game, I mean actual effective running plays. A stupid draw to Gore on 2nd and 10 does us no favors.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:08 PM PST up reply actions
From shotgun, even. Ugh.
And then God created Saturn ... and he liked it, so he put a ring on it. ... Always a ninja
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It's amazing that they couldn't see what everybody else in the world saw
run the ball, run the ball.
Ugh.
That headline was written before the game even started
it’s the same crap we’ve bee hearing all week.
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 8:46 PM PST up reply actions
This is how EVERY NINER and NINER FAN should feel!!
by danknerd49 on Jan 22, 2012 8:42 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
Lee Evans blew that game
The Kicker just put the icing on the cake. Our situation was entirely different.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:49 PM PST up reply actions
Evans and Williams both don't know how to hold onto a football
So I’d say it’s a bit similiar
by Florida Johnny on Jan 22, 2012 9:01 PM PST up reply actions
Tramaine Brock didn't do too badly when he came on for Brown
Gave up the TD, but pretty good coverage there too.
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Reggie Smith was no where to be found for help...
Not surprised
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
The Most Interesting Man In The World---->Mikhail Prokhorov!!!
by Kidd2Petrovic on Jan 22, 2012 9:03 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
I can maybe forgive the second fumble in OT but not the first one
Okay I can MAYBE forgive the fumble in OT but WTF is up with letting the ball bounce on the floor and touch you? They tell you to stay away from the ball in high school on returns if you can’t catch it!! And WTF is up with diving to catch the ball on a return? Just so depressing…….
Let's start looking toward next year
I for one have had enough bitching and moaning (on my own part I’m speaking) and am ready to start looking towards what we need to do next year. We have some necessity re-signings as far as I see it next year. In order I’d say Alex, Carlos, Ahmad, Ginn and Goldson (Is Morgan FA next year? I think he is and he should be resigned but I think that’s just a formality.) Based on those resignings I’m not too sure what we can do more in FA but it would help to get some help at WR and OL. Then we have the draft where we have 7 picks all in the lower part of the rounds. We have a need at WR and OL and I’d like to get some Seconary help and perhaps a new young OLB to pair with All Star Aldon. More to come but I thought I’d toss that out there since I’m bored with moping. :-)
by ChesapeakeBay9er on Jan 22, 2012 8:42 PM PST reply actions
Can we afford them
I think Carlos and Goldson together may be to expensive
by northwestniner on Jan 22, 2012 8:45 PM PST up reply actions
I say Carlos is a must keep
Goldson I could deal with. The two MUSTs in my mind would be Alex and Carlos.
by ChesapeakeBay9er on Jan 22, 2012 8:48 PM PST up reply actions
I can see that.
I think that Brown and Culliver would make and excellent starting tandem next season though.
by northwestniner on Jan 22, 2012 8:52 PM PST up reply actions
I have my eye on Trumaine Johnson
not sure if we’d have to get him in the 2nd or could get him in the 3rd. He could be a CB or FS candidate for us.
by ChesapeakeBay9er on Jan 22, 2012 9:03 PM PST up reply actions
We need Morgan
Unless we pick up Vincent Jackson too. Ted Ginn/Kyle Williams can’t step up in case of injury, and it would be deadly if we picked up Morgan
I want Dwayne Bowe instead....
Niners,Nets,Reds & USC!!!
The Most Interesting Man In The World---->Mikhail Prokhorov!!!
by Kidd2Petrovic on Jan 22, 2012 9:07 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Williams botched a punt return in regular season too guys..
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
He also botched a punt last year week 2 vs the Saints.
"It might be time to give Alex some credit, huh?" - Harbaugh
Philip Adams not him.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Pretty sure it was Adams.
The one that hit the sideline and bounced straight up and down and remained in the field of play right?
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:51 PM PST up reply actions
Just a quick thought...
If we fire Roman (probably not), should we get David Shaw as our new OC?
Randy Hahn - "The Man With The Big Butt - Patrick Marleau - we like him and we cannot lie..."
Proud fan of the Atlanta Thrashers (1999-2011)
you would want someone who runs a very similar system to Harbaugh’s. Not too many people fit that bill.
Which is why Shaw fits the bill. He was Jim's OC at Stanford
Randy Hahn - "The Man With The Big Butt - Patrick Marleau - we like him and we cannot lie..."
Proud fan of the Atlanta Thrashers (1999-2011)
We're not gonna fire Roman...
…and after that bowl game, I’m not sure I’d want Shaw as our OC. Give me Geep Chryst!
I'm honestly baffled by the interest
He doesn’t strike me as a head coach, particularly a college one.
Roman needs someone to kick him in the head
and get his act together. I really like what Geep Chryst did in the NO game planning for specific situations. That’s what you want from an OC
by smileyman on Jan 22, 2012 8:48 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Shaw is a head coach of a major institution
They more move to head coach positions rather than lower level positions in the NFL.
by ChesapeakeBay9er on Jan 22, 2012 8:47 PM PST up reply actions
Roman goes means OC should be
the consensus democracy of NN, because we know what is best all the time!
Well if you want continuity with Alex Smith
The last thing he needs is another offensive system to learn.
Read my tweets or whatever - @SSReporters
His play designs are looking good
just change playcalling responsibilities or maybe the overall philosophy in playcalling. For all we know he wants to air it out but its not the gameplan yet.
A Good Pain
1) Great season by the Niners. It hurts now, but only because we fell from such a great height. We’ll get there again in the foreseeable future.
2) Kyle WIlliams … maybe he was in the game because of a lack of depth and he has some positive aspects for the future … but after tonight he’s dead to me and many other Niners fans, I think.
3) Crabtree could have done more, but the Giants have a solid defense and covered him like a #1. His failure to show up tonight is a symptom of the lack of WR depth.
4) Alex looked kind of vintage towards the end of the game … bad vintage, but not all awful. Then again, so did Eli, throwing into heavy coverage repeatedly and getting lucky to get out of there without any INTs.
5) This pain will make the team stronger. Next season, next season.
6) WHO’S GOT A FUTURE BETTER THAN US? NO-BODY.
In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.
Alright gentlemen, raise your glasses to a good season
It hurts now, but even Rome wasn’t built in a day. Our boys played hard for 60 68 minutes out there, coming up empty handed by a hair. Been a pleasure sharing the threads of battle with ya’ll.
See ya’ll later, Forever Faithful
"I got two hard rules I live by, pop. I don't [site decorum] with the devil, and I never do tag teams with blood relatives" -Kenny Powers
Good night all
I’m not masochistic, and thus I won’t stay here and linger anymore.
This was a good season, and I’m glad to have shared it with you all. Let’s fix the offense and kick some ass next season.
OK it is time - Take the foot out of football
Too many good games decided by fluke kicking plays
I say end all kickoffs punts and FG’s
Make TD’s worth 7 points
After scores and at halftime and start give team ball on the 20
4 tries for a 1st down – fail and other team takes over
No one would miss kicking at all
He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is
lol..
How bout the forward progress whistle.
by northwestniner on Jan 22, 2012 8:47 PM PST up reply actions
ban whistles too
He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is
you go ... too far
He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is
I blame kicks - nothing good can come from them !
He’s always open. He catches a lot of balls. He’s un-guardable, no matter how old he is
THREE THINGS
Punt return muffs, play calling and 3rd down conversion rate. That is why the niners lost this game. Nuff said. GREAT defensive effort.
anyone find a successful way of convincing themselves that this day doesn't suck so bad?
if so, I would love to hear it. Also, whats this about Crabs after the game? What did he say?
well they can think that
trying to get other people to think that … don’t know why they bother. to each their own.
On another note
Candlestick playoff games have probably taken years off of lives.
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
For everyone using the words dynasty, next year, etc.
Remember what everyone thought about the Chiefs after last season.
Remember what everyone thought about the Eagles after last season.
Remember what everyone thought about the Chargers for the last 5 years.
Remember what everyone thought about the Ravens for the last 10 years.
Remember what everyone thought about the Bills in the early 90’s.
Nothing is promised. Nothing is guaranteed. Stop taking the present for granted and don’t write checks for the future that you can’t cash.
It was a good regular season performance. It doesn’t hold weight beyond this year’s playoffs. We have to all root for and hope for continued success every year as if it were the last.
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13-3. Great season. Am happy about the potential going forward. Other teams blowing smelly ass doesn't change that.
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We performed well in the postseason as well.
Can’t say that about the Chiefs or Eagles one and down BS.
We have a foundation for success built here and good drafting and roster additions will only help the team improve.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
You've again taken things for granted though
Good drafting and roster additions are not a given. It’s quite possible on the flip side that the team loses some of the group of Carlos Rogers, Dashon Goldson, Ted Ginn, Ahmad Brooks, and I’m sure I’m leaving another FA out of the picture.
Being optimistic is fine, but realism also tells me that the chances of this team going as injury-free as they were this year is highly unlikely. Don’t take it for granted is all I’m saying.
I’m thrilled about the future of the organization, but it doesn’t mean I see Super Bowl banners as a likely scenario just based on expanding one winning season into a trend of linear progression.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 8:56 PM PST up reply actions
yes
a 13-3, no. 2 seed season is far from likely. Got to take advantage of opportunities when they present themselves.
I basically agree. Next year is not promised. You have no idea how it will shape up. They had their chance this year, and fumbled it away. Who knows how good this team will be 7 months from now. God, 7 months is so far away.
Better
I guarantee you. This roster was full of misfits thrown together under the fire of a lockout.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
I'm off to bed...
"You have to reinvent yourself each year, ... What helped us was that there was some turnover each year." Bill Walsh...
Already did.
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Proud fan of the Atlanta Thrashers (1999-2011)
WAIT
Not yet
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by TryAndCatchVD on Jan 22, 2012 8:50 PM PST up reply actions
I'm sorry but
This game was clearly Kyle Williams fault. If Alex Smith throws 2 interceptions, and one when he’s backed up inside his own 20, and we lose, it’s Alex’s Smith’s fault. If Frank Gore fumbles twice in the same scenarios, its Frank’s fault. So the loss was Kyle’s fault. I hope he comes back stronger next year, but this game’s all on him.
There are 3 areas of football and we won just one of them.
Our defense rocked. Played one of their best games of the year against a balanced Giant team. At halftime it looked like Cruz might kill us. But we stepped up, and save running into each other instead of picks they were AMAZING.
The offense was not good enough. Not enough physical running or at least enough of it to find a good play-calling rhythm. Yes, we didn’t make 3rd downs but too many were crap down and distance. All I know is that when Gore was involved—runs, screens, etc—the plays were almost always positive. Why didn’t he get more touches, especially late? Instead Alex was chucking it away. Not a bad game from him, mind you. He’s running the plays that get killed.
And special teams, well, we lost that, too. Big time to the tune of two fumbles that essentially gave them 10 points. If you told me we’d hold the Giants to 17 in regulation, I would have said book me in Indy. Really missed Ted today and we just didn’t get Akers into position to get us more points. Lee was awesome as always. But was it just me or did Kyle seem shaky back there for much of the game—uncertain, a little scared? Think the coaches should have made a change after the first fumble just to be sure. Even if it meant making fair catches.
Anyway, you can’t win when you don’t win two of the three unit battles. And what stings is that I do think we’re the better team. No one will convince me otherwise.
"We want to win with numbing repetition." -- Jim Harbaugh
by four-nine heavy on Jan 22, 2012 8:50 PM PST reply actions 1 recs
whats this about crabtree after the game?
Im the in library so i cant go listen to interviews and what not…
Our WRs sucked in this game
I think our WRs had a grand total of 1 catch for 1 yard. They couldn’t get open all game
C'mon, give Crabs some credit. It was 3 yards :)
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:53 PM PST up reply actions
He's reportedly going diva mode on the press but I haven't seen it.
1 catch 3 yards. That’s what we’re upset about. Ohh and the fact that he led all of our WRs in catches and yards as well. Ohh and that Kyle Williams guy.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:53 PM PST up reply actions
Sucks to lose from Special Teams
But I think the GM and HC see what they need to get to the next level. Def will get better and I am sure we will get another Pass Rusher on 3rd down to movtivate the other LB. I really cannot see Goldson coming back. He plays more like a SS than FS. Might as well address with FA or Draft. But we have to get a WR opposite Crabtree. Looking forward to a full season of 49ers football.
If the 49ers success offends you, so be it." Jim Harbaugh quote... Love It!
props to the D.
man they played lights out in the 2nd half. HUGE.
i come from east oakland where the youngstas get hyphy ...
OH, That Reverse Call...
Also really sucked. Cost the niners a possesion
Kyle:
“To give it up that way, in that fashion, to lose with the game of this magnitude, it is what it is and we’re going to move forward as a team. Everybody in here is coming to my back, kind of got me, patting me on my shoulders saying ‘it’s not on you’. Couldn’t be happier with the teammates that I have here.”
"It might be time to give Alex some credit, huh?" - Harbaugh
Well he better not check his twitter then
One of my followers and couple of others are wishing him some serious harm right now.
If the 49ers success offends you, so be it." Jim Harbaugh quote... Love It!
I see that too.
Those people are pathetic pieces of shit.
"It might be time to give Alex some credit, huh?" - Harbaugh
by mikeinsp on Jan 22, 2012 8:55 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
eh, they arent really serious. I bet if they actually met him on the street they would just be angry and subdued. It’s easy to talk big on twitter.
They just want to vent their frustration, and they cant come up with the words to truly describe it.
you're probably right
its most likely just knee-jerk reactions to a very rough loss
I want him to redeem himself with the team
Can’t see it happening though.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Sometimes I would prefer it if an athlete just straight up says,
“I fudged up. Plain and simple, I messed up.”
I never doubted that the locker room would have his back, but to kind of shy away from the play and talk about moving forward will cause a fanbase to go rabid on your ass.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 8:55 PM PST up reply actions
It happens
But mostly with a handful of QBs. I’ve seen Ben Rapistburger say it. Can’t recall the others off the top of my head.
And to think the majority of you would have rather had Brett Swain than Terrell Owens after Delanie went down. I know it’s pretty reactionary, but I just have to believe he could have done more.
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by MichaelClutchtree on Jan 22, 2012 8:53 PM PST reply actions
yeah, you’re right
swain’s one target against the saints and nothing today was definitely better than anything TO could have done
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by MichaelClutchtree on Jan 22, 2012 8:56 PM PST up reply actions
I never knew Ziggy was a 49er fan growing up
http://www.twitlonger.com/show/fg62pt
"It might be time to give Alex some credit, huh?" - Harbaugh
Should've come back.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
HEY GUYS!
I think right now is a particularly apt time for in depth discussion on the first amendment. Who wants to get us started with some freedom of speech talk?
GORE
Is he getting phased out? I hope not. I love that guy, and I hope this was not his only chance at super bowl glory
Painful Positives
1. Rookie head coach took us to the NFC Championship and a fumble lost the game.
2. Elite defense
3. Alex Smith had a great year and made a statement
4. Nobody expected us to even win the NFC West….we played with heart.
LETS MOVE FORWARD! 49ERS 2012!!!!! DEFENSE!!!!!
C'mon Beane! Close off the bottom deck and reopen the top!
While Williams made the last fatal play, there's a lot of blame to go around.
The offense didn’t look as good as last week, the play-calling on offense was suspect, and the defense didn’t look great in the first half but came out much improved. The loss stings so much to the point where I don’t think I can watch the Super Bowl, but the fact of the matter is the 49ers had a fantastic season and things still look very bright going forward. I can’t wait to see this team play again come August in the preseason.
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take"-Wayne Gretzky"-Michael Scott.
by SharksFanEst.1994 on Jan 22, 2012 8:57 PM PST reply actions
Every time I see 1-12 on 3rd downs, I find it hard to blame Kyle for much.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
Stop? This is the first time I’ve said anything about it…
Anyone ever blaming a single person for a loss in the game of football is really short-sighted.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
You can't say he wasn't a huge part of it
that first muffed punt gave the Giants a td. The second one gave them a FG and the victory.
Lots of stuff happened, but when you’re in a position like the 49ers were today every single person has to play at the top of the game and a single player can cost the game.
Not saying it wasn’t a huge part, but simply pointing to the fact that 1-12 on 3rd down is atrocious is not a reason to jump down my throat.
Attack this day with an enthusiasm unknown to mankind. ~ Jack Harbaugh
I think it was a reaction
to the same thing being said by a bunch of other posters, not by you.
by smileyman on Jan 22, 2012 9:12 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
true
any player can cost the game, but you either win and lose as a team or you go play by yourself as a true loser
Of course it's short sighted...
…that’s the nature of anger. But he made two huge mistakes, and people are pissed. Don’t try to reason with us, it will just make use angrier, lol.
alright with that logic
the OFF cost us the game 11 times (1/12 on 3rd downs).
The Giants were equally horrible on 3rd downs in the second half as well.
He is definitely the sole difference between the two teams. Our defense was suffocating Manning in the second half and the Giants front 4 were teeing off on our oline.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:13 PM PST up reply actions
GM and HC know what they are doing
Looking forward to the draft (don’t even know who they are going to draft) and Free Agency (13-3 with a TOP 5) Defense We will address our major needs without overspending.
If the 49ers success offends you, so be it." Jim Harbaugh quote... Love It!
williams & ginn will or at least both should be gone. Niners need to draft either CB Brandon Boykin Georgia or CB Cliff Harris Oregon. Both are better returners than williams or ginn and will be better CB’s than williams or ginn would ever be receivers. Of course they need to draft at least 2 wide receivers as well. I like WR Tommy Streeter of Miami and WR Brian Quick of Appalachian State in the middle rounds myself.
by bmcrae83@yahoo.com on Jan 22, 2012 8:59 PM PST reply actions
Ginn made better decisions
He knows to steer clear. Our defense was playing lights out. Game would have ended on 10-17 but can dwell on the past ugh.
If the 49ers success offends you, so be it." Jim Harbaugh quote... Love It!
Kyle Williams got what every athlete wishes for after
by Sactown_Loyalty19 on Jan 22, 2012 8:59 PM PST via mobile reply actions
...making a mistake which is another shot. He got it and messed
by Sactown_Loyalty19 on Jan 22, 2012 9:00 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
Up again.
Wow double reply fail. Feeling like Kyle Williams now.
by Sactown_Loyalty19 on Jan 22, 2012 9:01 PM PST via mobile up reply actions
In truth, this one doesn't hurt nearly as much...
Overall, the losses to the G-Men in 1987 and 1991 hurt much worse. In fact, even the playoff losses to the Vikings in 1988 and to the Redskins in 1984 hurt worse. Why were those more painful, you ask? Because in each of those seasons I fully expected the Niners to be in the playoffs. This year I had zero expectations for our team and now I’m just ecstatic about how far the lads have come and what a great position we’re in to continue building. I’m eager for next season. My only disappointment is that we’re going to be drafting 28th or 29th in the draft. On the other hand, the Niners are well on their way to becoming a team players want to join again (remember the ’80’s?), so I think that will make any free agency efforts in which we engage that much smoother.
Yeah, we lost and hopefully someone is there to console Kyle Williams. BUt there is exactly no reason to hang our heads. I still fully believe that Nobody, NOBODY has it better than us. We’re on the rise and other teams will do well to watch the fuck out.
Best to ya, friends.
P.S. Really, the losses to Staubach and the Cowboys back in the ’70’s were much, much harsher than today.
I was young in 1987 so it didn't hurt much
the ones that hurt the most for me were the Packer ones in the early 90s.
Fuck the 88 VIkings loss
Anthony Carter was a fucker.
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us"
Texans fan here.
Congrats on a great season, was rooting for you guys. I want David Carr nowhere near a Super Bowl ring. Heartbreaking way to lose I feel yall’s pain.
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by MichaelClutchtree on Jan 22, 2012 9:02 PM PST up reply actions
At least Alex has pretty good wheels
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Patrick Willis is a beast as well.
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2012
Draft Jeffery or Sanu, line will be fine with a full offseason, keep Carlos, Goldson, Ginn.. Joshua back… sign justin smith untill 1300, and we’re good
Jeffery isn't dropping to our pick
Forget about it. And this team still needs another starting CB or we can expect to continue giving up 300+ yards passing to good QB’s every game.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 9:03 PM PST up reply actions
Hoping for Cliff Harris personally
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 9:03 PM PST up reply actions
Did he declare?
I thought he was kicked off Oregon’s squad and is playing at a low key school now.
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NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:15 PM PST up reply actions
Personally
think Sanu will be a better NFL reciever than Jeffery, may be because i’m a jersey native, but he is big, physical, sticky hands, and loves blocking downfield, exactly what we need. If sanu is available in round 1, id take him
I like Sanu
I don’t know about 1st round for a WR given where this team is, but if nobody else is worthy then I wouldn’t be too upset with the pick. There are just other positions that could push this team towards more success IMO.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 9:08 PM PST up reply actions
I like Sanu
First 3 rounds get WR, OL, and DB would be nice i my mind. Something like Sanu, Trumaine Johnson , and a guard
by ChesapeakeBay9er on Jan 22, 2012 9:09 PM PST up reply actions
A poster was very prophetic about KW when he was drafted.
A poster on one of Lam’s articles predicted KW would fumble the ball on kick returns.
Re posted by Biird on SB Nation:
http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2012/1/22/2726670/kyle-williams-anthony-davis-evil-eye-photo
Over
indeed. eerily
They went on to score a FG. Game & season over! Fans left stunned!
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 9:09 PM PST up reply actions
indeed. eerily
They went on to score a FG. Game & season over! Fans left stunned!
Over
by cybermaldonado on Jan 22, 2012 9:09 PM PST up reply actions
wowwwwww
" In fact his very last play of his ASU career was a fumbled punt return in the biggest game of the year vs our rival Univ of AZ. The score was tied just a minute or so on the clock. U of A was punting. Everyone’s thinking o.t.. All he had to do was catch the ball and take a knee or run it a few yards. But no, he wanted to be a hero and already had his mind running up the field before he even caught the ball. It went right through his hands, bounced off his leg and U of A recovered it. They went on to score a FG. Game & season over! Fans left stunned!"
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 9:09 PM PST up reply actions
And our staff left him on the field for returns after the first mistake in regulation?
Wow.
Rays in '08.... Desmond Jennings - the breakout continues.....
by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 9:10 PM PST up reply actions
ON THA REAL
Thank you niners for what even the most optimistic of us fans could not have hoped for: 10 minutes into overtime in the NFC championship game! Played well enough to win, and well enough to lose. I can only have hope after this season. Went from 6-10, to one of the last four teams standing. Good Shit. Here’s to next year!
Rogers
Got roasted quite a bit by Cruz in the first half. What was up with that? Culliver has some work to do also….
Wasn't completely his fault
Playing off coverage with a free inside release on Victor Cruz for an entire half is just asking to be torched.
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by youALREADYknow on Jan 22, 2012 9:06 PM PST up reply actions
Yup, they were preventing YAC
and, honestly, they did an outstanding job of it. There was even one play over the middle where Cruz backtracked real quick, and could have gotten behind Rogers, but because Roger had been careful, he was able to keep Cruz in front of him and make the tackle.
They kept him out of the endzone and kept his YAC under control.
That’s a victory in my book.
Affectionately,
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar,
NBA’s All-Time Leading Scorer
by afrikabamboodle on Jan 22, 2012 9:16 PM PST up reply actions
GOOD CALL
That’s true, but Cruz had some mean route running on a couple of those quick slants
Well folks, we all knew this COULD happen. Didn't think it was likely, but, when the Niners
lose, this is what it looks like.
What an awesome season they had, though.
I can’t help but think that they’re going to be even stronger next year, with a whole offseason for Alex and the receivers to work, and I have to think our entire defense wants to come back. No one’s going to want to leave.
Why? Because
WHO’S GOT IT BETTER THAN US? NOBODY!!!!!!!!!!!!
Off to bed.
In my sleep, I will think of a way to build a time machine, and go back to last Sunday. Or the day we hired Harbaugh.
"You play to win the playoffs, and we let 'em off the hook!" -Herm Mora Green
Our o-line does very well against 4-3 defensive fronts.
Need to work on 3-4 defenses, and we should be set!
Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs this season, hopefully! :)
Not here to troll
But, I was VERY happy when I saw Ted Ginn inactive.
Anyway, you guys are a damn tough team, and I have a lot of respect for you. You have a hell of a coach, and a hell of a Defense.
As a NYG fan, just curious, does anyone think Colin Kaepernick will get a chance next year?
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This game was a gut punch to the nut sack
Sure we can all blame Williams, but there is plenty of blame to go around. Crabtree disappeared against a very suspect defensive backfield. He never got open. Gotta look forward to next season because this one hurts too much.
Another year, another chance to hope for the team !!
He was open early and often
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
so you have access to the coaches film then?
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
As much access as you and this joker
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
so then you saying
he was open early and often is not a fact either.
"Cruelty, It’s not giving another person what they want. That’s our mindset on defense, to go out and play with everything we have and not give the other team anything." -Patrick Willis
It is what I saw
Yeah, I watched the game and I recorded it so I could rewind during the game and skip the commercials.
I saw Crabtree and other receivers open during the game.
You didn’t?
"I put him up against any of the receivers in the league. I can attest to just how hard this man works every single day, and the people of San Francisco really need to appreciate that."
---Kyle Williams
Williams must go!!
I know I’m just still really upset over this miserable loss, but even so there is absolutely nothing Williams does that we can’t find with another minimum contract receiver. I just won’t be able to stand looking at the guy in a 49ers uniform. He doesn’t do anything good enough to keep him around after that monumental choke job. We’re talking about just being able to catch a punt TO GO TO THE SUPER BOWL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cutting Kyle Williams would send a bad message to the team
There is no doubt that Kyle Williams was responsible for 10 points of 2 turnovers for the team, but if the niners were to cut him, that would really disrupt team chemistry. You’re basically as an organization throwing an entire player under the bus for a team loss, and that can never lead to a healthy locker room.
cut or release williams?
I don’t think they will, if he is under contract, they will let him earn it but he really has to do a lot more to make everyone truly forgive him for this. I’d rather have an injured Ted Ginn than healthy Kyle Williams, not like he helped the Niners in the passing game either.
Delanie Walker should of been returning the kicks
Walker returned kicks before, why didn’t he do it this time. Ted Ginn should of suited and called fair catches every time so we don’t turnover the ball.
FA WRs..
Player——2011 salary
Dwayne Bowe—-2.765mil
Marques Colston——3 mil
Desean Jackson——555thou
Vincent Jackson——1.1424mil
Stevie Johnson——1.2mil
Brandon Lloyd——795thou
Mike Wallace——48thou
Reggie Wayne——5.95mil
Wes Welker——2.15mil
Deion Branch——2.2mil
Early Doucet——1.2mil
Pierre Garcon——555thou
Jordy Nelson——565thou
Eddie Royal——555thou
Roy Williams——1.5mil
Mario Manningham—-555thou
Robert Meachem——1.2mil
Looks like a few really good receivers will be out there this offseason. Vincent Jackson would be amazing. His speed would really open things up for Vernon Davis in the middle I think. Bring back a healthy Josh Morgan to be the big goal-line target. We will be set for next season.
#10 been making those mistake everytime after Ginn went down, not
sure why or how the coach didn’t that …. you try doing too much beyond your skills you tend to lose most times that’s what #10 did!
hopefully they cut that #10 guy like they did to Roger Craig, raiders always looking for leftovers anyway
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