LISTEN: Why all positions (Except QB) Should Be In Play In The Draft →
placeholder image

Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports


Richard Sherman, 49ers coaches impressed with young cornerback Greg Mabin

Oct 4, 2018 at 1:47 PM--


Videos are auto-populated by an affiliate. This site has no control over the videos that appear above.
Cornerback Greg Mabin was one of two San Francisco 49ers players who made Pro Football Focus's Week 4 NFL Team of the Week (the other was tight end George Kittle).

"An undrafted free agent in 2017, Mabin saw 29 snaps on the field on Sunday (against the Los Angeles Chargers) and was targeted five times," wrote Gordon McGuinness. "From those five targets, he allowed just two receptions for 18 yards and a passer rating of just 50.4. Mabin also finished the day with three tackles, with two of those resulting in a defensive stop."

Count three-time first-team All-Pro cornerback and teammate Richard Sherman among those who were impressed with Mabin.

"I think for a guy to come in and get a tackle and a forced fumble in his first two reps, I'd consider it a very fruitful day for him," Sherman told reporters before Thursday's practice. "I think that he came out there and executed. He played hard. He brought energy, intensity. We were happy about it.

"The coaches have been talking about him for weeks because he's had amazing days in practice. He's been incredible, locked in, and executing. So it was good to see him get his opportunity."

In addition to the forced fumble mentioned by Sherman, Mabin finished Sunday's game with four combined tackles.

"Greg Mabin, over the last few weeks, has been doing an excellent job with his practice habits," defensive coordinator Robert Saleh said on Thursday. "He earned the right to at least be part of the rotation with playing time."

What did Saleh see out of Mabin during Sunday's game?

"Great intent, everything he showed in practice," Saleh answered. "Great physicality, competitive toughness, communication skills. He did play very well in the game. He gave up one, but it was well-contested."

Saleh wouldn't hint at who might start at cornerback on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. Sherman is trying to work his way back onto the field after suffering a calf injury on September 23. Should he be able to go, it might be a battle between Mabin and fellow second-year cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon for playing time opposite the veteran. Defensive back Jimmie Ward is also in the mix.

"I'm really looking for one of them to grab hold of it and just have a stranglehold on it and not let it go," Saleh said. "When you get your opportunities in this league, never leave doubt."

Head coach Kyle Shanahan was also pleased with Mabin's performance against the Chargers.

"I was happy with how he did," Shanahan said on Monday. "He came in, made two big plays on his first two plays in. His first two plays were right after the interception that they returned, the one that we had in our red zone and they returned it [...] Mabin's first play in he had a tackle for about a one-yard gain. His second play in, he caused a fumble. Then the third play, we got off the field on third down.

"I was really happy with how he played, and that's why he got some time. That's how he's looked in practice, and he carried it over to the game."



Facebook Comments



More San Francisco 49ers News


placeholder image

Titans signing ex-49ers DT Sebastian Joseph-Day

By David Bonilla
Mar 19

According to the player's agent, former San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day has agreed to a one-year deal with the Tennessee Titans. He is an unrestricted free agent. Following his visit yesterday, Sebastian Joseph-Day has agreed to terms with the Tennessee #Titans on a one year deal according to @ChaseYourLegend— Jason McCourty (@JasonMcCourty)


placeholder image

Steelers reportedly interested in trading for 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk

By David Bonilla
Mar 19

The Jacksonville Jaguars were reportedly interested in trading for star wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. However, the San Francisco 49ers' asking price of the No. 17 overall pick plus a player was seemingly too high for the team. Now, it appears another AFC team might be trying to pry Aiyuk away from the West Coast. Andrew Fillipponi of Pittsburgh-area radio station 93.7 The Fan reports that the Steelers are looking to work out a deal with the 49ers for the receiver. "Sources: The Steelers have looked into 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk," Fillipponi wrote on social media. "He's entering the last year of his contract. Steelers would have to execute a sign and trade. But they've shown


placeholder image

NFL Draft: 49ers meet with OT, DB, LB at Pro Days

By David Bonilla
Mar 19

The San Francisco 49ers recently attended UCLA's and Fresno State's Pro Days, aiming to bolster their roster with promising prospects. With an eye on the 2024 NFL Draft, the team may want to add to their defensive back and linebacker positions. The 49ers observed defensive back Alex Johnson's performance in Westwood. When asked about his interactions with NFL teams, Johnson revealed, "I'm on my way to talk with the Niners right now." UCLA defensive back Alex Johnson is meeting with the San Francisco 49ers after his Pro Day in Westwood.


placeholder image

49ers' Brandon Aiyuk reacts to report that Steelers are interested

By David Bonilla
Mar 19

This morning, Andrew Fillipponi of Pittsburgh-area radio station 93.7 The Fan reported that the Steelers have "shown interest" in trading for San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Hours later, Aiyuk shared the following on social media, leading some to believe that the receiver might be open to joining the East Coast team. @CoachTomlin they saying we twins. What you think ? 👀— BA (@THE2ERA)


Latest

Trending News

Share 49ersWebzone