June 15th, 2008 
CJ 
Posted in Here are some articles from the past week about a few Niners players, including two rookies: First-round pick Kentwan Balmer gave his cousin a “unicorn horn” when they were younger. What is promising in this piece is that Balmer was praised by the hard-working Nate Clements for having a strong work ethic. Is Balmer finally [...]
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Niners Sign OT Joe Toledo
The 49ers signed tackle Joe Toledo as a backup on Tuesday. Toledo, who was drafted in the fourth round in 2006 by the Dolphins, is expected to provide some measure of depth for a thin offensive line. Toledo was released by the Dolphins in February, picked up by the Packers for a few months and [...]
When Will Rice and Young Get Their Due?
Well, it’s June, the least news-worthy time of the NFL year and there is still quite a bit to get to. Here we go: Isaac Bruce is ready to make a difference for the 49ers, a long-time rival in his days with the Rams. There is a reminder in the article that Jerry Rice and [...]
49ers National Anthem Auditions
San Francisco 49ers National Anthem Auditions If you’ve ever dreamed of performing the National Anthem for your favorite team, this could be your chance! Visit www.49ers.com or call (650) 336-1100 for more information. Application packets and demo tapes must be received by June 20th. From there, 30 finalists will be selected to attend a live [...]
News and Notes Around the Niners for Thursday
Arnaz Battle hasn’t appeared at a non-voluntary mini-camp the past couple days and Niner Insider Kevin Lynch discuss Ashley Lelie’s experience with holding out, which he did at Broncos training camp a couple years ago. After answering a couple questions about the path his career has taken and the decisions he has made, Lelie had [...]
49′ers Still Waiting on Word About LB Spikes
The Niners are still waiting to hear what exactly is going to happen with free agent linebacker Takeo Spikes, a player they wouldn’t mind adding to the roster. The Press Democrat is reporting that coach Mike Nolan says the team is “in a holding pattern” when it comes to Spikes. The team is looking at [...]
49ers Family Day at Candlestick Park
49ers Family Day at Candlestick Park! Saturday, June 7, 2008 10am-2pm Free Admission, Activities and Parking! Meet the players Autograph and Photo opportunities Youth Football clinics Locker room tours LIVE KNBR broadcast … and more!!
Sunday Niners News and Notes
A few 49ers whispers from the folks at Pro Football Weekly: -The disgruntled Jason Taylor (I mean, who ISN’T happy with being rich, young and famous and living in Miami?) is not a potential acquisition for the 49ers. Glad that’s settled. -Rookie center Cody Wallace, a fourth-rounder pick in April, might push Eric Heitmann for [...]
