Calling All Faithful: 49ers Fans, Lets Contribute

by Dylan DeSimone on Feb 10, 2012 1:03 PM PST in Events

SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JANUARY 14: San Francisco 49ers fans cheer on their team during the third quarter of the NFC Divisional playoff game against the New Orleans Saints at Candlestick Park on January 14, 2012 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

As a 49er fan, I've been a little envious of the Seattle Seahawks "~~13th~~ 12th Man," which of course refers to their roaring fan base at home games. They notably have one of the loudest stadiums for visiting teams to play in during the regular season. Although the two post-season games hosted at Candlestick were louder than any Niner games I've seen in a decade. I'm challenging the 49er Faithful to be one of the loudest fan bases in the offseason.

Twitter has become a powerful media and communication tool, enabling ordinary Joe's to message and sometimes get feedback from athletes and celebrities. For those of you who have Twitter accounts, you are probably aware of all the interesting stories that have come from it. For instance, when Kevin Durant of the Oklahoma City Thunder partook in a flag football game with a kid who was a man down, looking for a wide receiver.

What a coincidence, the 49ers are also looking for a wide receiver. I encourage all those with a Twitter account and all those with time to make one to rally as one and help recruit for our beloved 49ers. I think the consensus is that San Francisco is a true #1 receiver away from a Lombardi Trophy - so how badly do you want one in San Fran next season?

There are a handful of impact players at the receiver position but for campaigning sake, it's been narrowed down to two: Dwayne Bowe and Vincent Jackson. Since Bowe does not have a Twitter account and Jackson does (@VincentTJackson), let the rally begin.

I'm not going to assume 100% of Niners fans want Jackson; in fact I know a lot of fans would prefer Bowe or Stevie Johnson. But to briefly address the two issues most fans have with Jackson (age and price): despite being 29 years old, Jackson doesn't have a lot of mileage on his legs with only 3 complete seasons as a starter (2008, 2009 and 2011); his price could be lower for San Francisco given that Jackson would be able to stay in California and join a Super Bowl contender.

So Niners Nation, I implore you to take to your keyboards and recruit.

@VincentTJackson

#VJtotheBay (with a customized message of your own)

With everyone contributing a little bit, this could get recognition and really light a fire. Our collective efforts could result in the 49ers landing one of the big fish out there, whether it be Jackson or someone else. Let's give back to the franchise that worked its tail off for us this past season. And for you NCAA fans out there, you know great recruiting can win championships. Let's put it all on the table and see what we get back. Man your battle stations.

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A guess Michael Crabtree will finally wake up & smell the coffee....

By seeking a legit #1 WR type, Its very clear the coaches,the team, the media, the fans are all acknowledging…after 3 seasons Crabtree ain’t the main man.

Maybe somehow this lits a fire under Michael, but I think its pretty clear to all he is a #2 WR type.

by BigMar on Feb 10, 2012 1:24 PM PST reply actions

you mean 12th man?

also, what about desean jackson? I say if we can get him for cheap, we should do it. He would DEFINITELY open up our offense. Plus with the locker room we have I think he would change his ways and mature. No way he pulls those antics with VD and Willis.

I honestly prefer a guy with deep speed like Ginn but better hands… and DJax doesnt have the GREATEST hands but they are better than ginns….

by Willisrules on Feb 10, 2012 1:28 PM PST reply actions

I was about to post the same about the 12th man.

I’m not sure Harbaugh would want DeSean Jackson’s ego in the locker room. He didn’t seem to have much tolerance for Braylon last year (cutting him halfway through when our next best healthy receiver was Brett Swain), and he seems to value chemistry at a high level.

I would personally love to see DeSean here though.

by NinerSteve on Feb 10, 2012 1:31 PM PST up reply actions

i think it mostly had to do with injuries/production...

with braylon. The times he was in it didnt seem like he was the same player he used to be. and DJ’s ego, like I said I think would be held in check because we have such a strong locker room. It would give us a WR that alex wouldnt need much accuracy to hit with completions.

Imagine: two TE set, VD is doubled, and you have delanie/crabs/djax in single coverage. Chuck it up to desean all day.

by Willisrules on Feb 10, 2012 1:37 PM PST up reply actions

Did'nt DeSean Jackson have a head case reputation coming out of college?

I think so…. and the guy has not changed in the NFL, so you have to think carefully about what type of character you bring into our locker room if you sign DeSean.

He possibly could be a very bad influence.

by BigMar on Feb 10, 2012 1:38 PM PST up reply actions

Plus I doubt DeSean will ever make an effort to block a ant.

by BigMar on Feb 10, 2012 1:40 PM PST up reply actions

desaun makes no sense think about it guys

He is the stretch the field guy which doesnt fit alex plus they way Harbaugh designed his offense we need a big strong guy like vincent or bowe and to lesser colston those are they type of recivers that help with are offense and mainly 3rd down plays cause they can use there big bodys to get in front of the CB so with the exception of a return man which I think Ginn is more than reliable i wouldnt see how Desaun helps us very much

cppeter

by foreveryoung66 on Feb 10, 2012 4:09 PM PST up reply actions

no offense, but I would rather let Baalke/Harbaugh decide on things like personnel

we fans can have our opinions but i would rather let the guys that get paid millions to do this make these kinds of decisions. after all, it were up to most of us we would have spent a ton in FA last year, and where would that have got us?

by MattSFfrd on Feb 10, 2012 1:40 PM PST reply actions

yea but its fun to speculate....

really fun….

by Willisrules on Feb 10, 2012 1:41 PM PST up reply actions

Plus Harbaugh reads our opinions !

by BigMar on Feb 10, 2012 1:43 PM PST up reply actions

Yeah, it's like this...

Harbaugh and Baalke are talking personnel. They are undecided on something. Harbaugh looks up and says, “I know! I’ll ask ak4niner! Quick, google search and see what his opinion is!”

Oh, and Harbaugh, KAEPERNICK is our future. Get him trained up. :-)

Who's got it better than Honey Badger? Honey Badger don't give a ....

Kaepernick's raw talent + Harbaugh's coaching = Hall of Fame QB

by ak4niner on Feb 10, 2012 4:39 PM PST up reply actions

He obviously reads mine

because me and Jimmy are in lockstep on Alex.

Gimme 1 round!

by ItBurnzWhenIP on Feb 10, 2012 8:59 PM PST up reply actions

look at the locker room....

that andy reid had. Reid wasnt the kind of coach to place responsibility in his players hands. There wasnt a strong enough presence to keep desean in check. Vick isnt that guy… and if your star QB cant do it, who can?

by Willisrules on Feb 10, 2012 1:41 PM PST reply actions