San Francisco 49ers

Glen Coffee announces retirement

August 13, 2010

And now for the out-of-left-field news of the day. Matt Barrows, of the Sacramento Bee, is reporting that 49ers running back Glen Coffee has surprisingly announced his retirement from football. No reason was given for the abrupt decision, only that he’s “moving on from football.” UPDATE: Here’s a statement from Coffee (via Barrows): this has [...]

Isaac Bruce traded to Rams, will retire Wednesday

June 7, 2010

As a member of the Greatest Show on Turf with the Rams, wide receiver Isaac Bruce teamed with Torry Holt to make one of, if not the best duo of WR’s in the game. Then, toward the end of his career, Bruce was traded to the divison-rival 49ers. Now he’s a Ram again and will [...]

LeGarrette Blount Punks Niners

April 25, 2010

Just when you want to give the kid another chance… After going undrafted, the San Francisco 49ers stepped up to offer some confidence a gave him a contract, keeping him on the west coast. Blount verbally agreed, but neglected to sign the contract, and continued to entertain offers. When the Titans came knocking today, Blount [...]

49ers 2 (49): S Taylor Mays

April 23, 2010

The Niners pick safety Taylor Mays out of USC. The prototype safety if you ask me… size, quickness, athletic and strong. He offers the Niners a great bit of diversity in the secondary. San Francisco is going to be happy with this kid.

San Francisco 49ers No. 17: OG Mike Iupati

April 22, 2010

Wow, the 49ers had this pick in before Morgan even got to the stage. Think they got their man? That man is guard Mike Iupati from Idaho. A 6’5 mauler with tremendous athleticism, Iupati should start from day 1. The Niners are building up the trenches to develop an offensive line that should be formidable [...]

San Francisco 49ers No. 11: OT Anthony Davis

April 22, 2010

After acquiring the pick from Denver, the Niners shore up a glaring need at offensive tackle by selecting Anthony Davis from Rutgers. Good, smart move. Gotta protect the quarterback, even if it is Alex Smith.

Former NFL Pro Bowler Woodall Charged with Theft

April 13, 2010

Lee Woodall won a Super Bowl with the 49ers in 1994 and was a two time Pro Bowler. On Monday, he was charged with spending over $500,000 ($400,000 from a minority business loan) for personal use. On the money he sent himself to Vegas, bought cars and jewelry, and went fine dining. The loan was [...]

Cardinals, Panthers, 49ers not in running for McNabb

April 4, 2010

Looks like it’s still Oakland or bust for Donovan McNabb. ESPN’s Adam Schefter passed along a tweet that stated Arizona, Carolina, and San Francisco are not interested in the Eagles quarterback. Schefter cautions that these decisions aren’t final and it’s “not too late to reconsider”, but this is how it stands as of today. The [...]