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Taking A Look at the Rest of the Niners Draft Picks

Alright, we reviewed the Niners’ first- and second-round picks earlier today. I say Kentwaan Balmer and Chilo Rachal were reaches, although they do fill need positions. On to the rest of the draft, with ESPN Scouts Inc. comments.
Third Round
Reggie Smith, Cornerback, Oklahoma
6-0, 199
“Smith doesn’t have great speed and can be [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 29 2008

Breaking Down the 49′ers Draft

Doesn’t life feel more complete now that this year’s NFL Draft is wrapped up? Wait, whhaaa? The Niners took probably their fourth or fifth ideal option in the first round? They didn’t draft a wide receiver until the sixth round? They were noticeably hurt by not having the fifth-rounder that was callously [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 29 2008

49ers Select DT Kentwan Balmer With The 29th Pick


Posted by Matt Loede on Apr 27 2008

A Look at the State of the Niners O-Line

It’s time to close out the Niners offense. Quarterback, running back and tight end are not necessary draft needs this weekend. Wide receiver is. And now for the offensive line…
Offensive Line
Likely starters: (T) Jonas Jennings, Joe Staley; (G/C) David Baas, Eric Heitmann, Adam Snyder
Insurance: (T) Qasim Mitchell; (G/C) Jeb Terry, Tony [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 24 2008

An Update on Possible 49′ers Draft Prospects

Just some quick news on the 49ers draft prospects this weekend:
Mel Kiper said in his ESPN.com chat today that the Niners are looking at OLB or WR in the first-round. Uhhh, not exactly breaking news. He did acknowledge that they could trade down to compile more picks in the second- and [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 23 2008

A Breakdown of the Niners Wide receivers/tight ends

Wide Receiver
Likely starters: Isaac Bruce, Bryant Johnson
Stiffest competition: Ashley Lelie, Arnaz Battle, Jason Hill
Insurance: Jerard Rabb, Dominique Zeigler
Analysis: Uggghh. Remember the days of John Taylor and Jerry Rice, followed by Rice and Terrell Owens? The Niners used to be notorious for drafting the big, physical receiver, a byproduct of Bill Walsh’s insistence [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 22 2008

Latest Niners News and Notes

It’s been awhile. This time of year is one of the deadest times in terms of NFL news and yet there is still quite a bit of news to address. Such is the world of the NFL.
Mark Purdy of the San Jose Mercury News brings you up-to-date on the Niners’ stadium issue [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 13 2008

Breaking Down the 49′ers Running Back Spot

Last week, it was determined on 49ersGab that quarterback does not need to be addressed in this month’s draft. Today, we’ll discuss running back, a position that can always use more depth.
Running back
Likely starter: Frank Gore
Stiffest competition: DeShaun Foster, Michael Robinson
Insurance: Thomas Clayton, Zak Keasey
Analysis: Gore has been a rock at running [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 10 2008

Niners Draft Preview (Quarterback)

April is the unofficial start of spring, but in the NFL, it is the unofficial beginning of the ensuing season. Sure, there is free agency in February and March, and teams can shape themselves in that manner. But not every team chooses to use free agency as a means to enhance its [...]

Posted by Kyle Stack on Apr 02 2008

Niners Columnist Kyle Stack’s Interview with Football Outsiders Writer Ben Riley

The 49ers have been very active in free agency as they continue to reshape their team into a playoff contender. 49ersgab.com talked to Football Outsiders writer Ben Riley for his thoughts on the organization’s quarterback competition, their recent free-agent signings and more.
49ersGab: With the organization’s investment of time and money into Alex [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Mar 08 2008