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The San Francisco 49ers began padded practices on Monday, marking the first day where offensive line/defensive play and the run game could truly start getting evaluated, as the team conducted 1-on-1s to go with the regular team drills, while implementing some move-the-ball periods as well.
With 1-on-1s on display, there were some true standouts, but also some disappointing performances that left more to be desired over the remainder of training camp.
Whose stock has dropped after Day 1 of padded practices for the 49ers?
Spencer Burford
Burford came into training camp at an all-time high, with offensive line coach Chris Foerster publicly declaring that he wouldn't field competition for the right guard spot, as he did last year in the rotation with Daniel Brunskill.
However, on Day 1 of pads, Burford struggled in 1-on-1s, losing three reps, although he did go up against Arik Armstead on a few plays.
Still, the right guard did have some difficulties anchoring, and his pass protection this season will have an even bigger emphasis, given the placement of Colton McKivitz at right tackle instead of Mike McGlinchey.
Burford can be a difference maker when reaching his potential, but needs to be consistent in pass protection, and that wasn't there during 1-on-1s Monday.
Clelin Ferrell
Ferrell was the other player who saw his stock drop on Monday, as he disappointed in 1-on-1s as well, a drill that usually favors defensive linemen.
Ferrell lost three reps at defensive end to Colton McKivitz, Leroy Watson, and Jaylon Moore, and didn't showcase great pass-rushing moves to complement his size.
He may provide value as a run defender, but has to be more consistent as a pass rusher.
On the plus side, Ferrell did record a strip-sack of Brock Purdy in move-the-ball, but didn't draw a great reaction from Kyle Shanahan, as quarterbacks aren't supposed to be hit in training camp, and this specific one is coming off an injury to that arm.
Of course, it's only one day, and there are so many reps that you can grade, but these two didn't have the best first day of pads, and will be important to monitor on Tuesday.
49ers vs. Eagles Injury Report: Arik Armstead among questionable players for Sunday
By David Bonilla
Dec 1
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 13 contest against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Arik Armstead returned to practice after sitting out this week's earlier sessions with a foot injury. While he is listed as "questionable," the defensive tackle insists he will be suited up on Sunday in Philadelphia.
"I'll be out there," Armstead responded this week when asked about his game status.
Running back Jordan Mason and wide receiver Ray-Ray McCloud also practiced for the first time this week. Mason has been dealing with a hamstring injury, while McCloud has been sidelined with a rib injury. Both are listed as "questionable" for this weekend.
Below are the official
PFF's best and worst graded 49ers players vs. Seahawks, plus snap counts
By David Bonilla
Nov 24
The San Francisco 49ers improved their record to 8-3 after a 31-13 win against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 12. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades from the game. Which Niners played well, and who has more work to do?
Below are Pro Football Focus' five highest-graded 49ers players on offense against the Seahawks.
Charlie Woerner, TE, 88.1, 18 snaps
Christian McCaffrey, RB, 84.3, 51 snaps
Trent Williams, LT, 79.0, 63 snaps
Ray-Ray McCloud III, WR, 78.7, 8 snaps
Deebo Samuel, WR, 78.3, 50 snaps
Below are the five highest-graded 49ers players on defense.
Ambry Thomas, CB, 90.2, 46 snaps
Nick Bosa, DE, 89.7, 49 snaps
Fred Warner, LB, 88.5, 56
Where the 49ers stand in the NFC playoff picture after beating Seahawks
By David Bonilla
Nov 23
The San Francisco 49ers knocked off their division rivals, the Seattle Seahawks, 31-13 on Thanksgiving night, improving their record to 8-3. The 49ers now have a two-game lead in the NFC West.
The 49ers entered Week 12 with the No. 3 seed in the NFC playoff standings and moved up with Thursday's victory paired with the Green Bay Packers beating the Detroit Lions. San Francisco now finds itself in the No. 2 spot. The Philadelphia Eagles maintain their position at the top with a 9-1 record.
Below is the current playoff seed order in the NFC, with division leaders highlighted.
Philadelphia Eagles (9-1)
San Francisco 49ers (8-3)
Detroit Lions (8-3)
New Orleans
49ers Notebook: Nine years later, 49ers get Thanksgiving revenge over Seahawks; Shanahan, Purdy discuss key throws vs. Seahawks; What happened to Christian McCaffrey's helmet?
By Kirk Larrabee
Nov 24
It took nine years, but the San Francisco 49ers finally got some payback on Thursday night for the Seattle Seahawks feasting on turkey after a win at Levi's Stadium in 2014.
The Seahawks' 19-3 win over the 49ers on Thanksgiving in 2014 was the last time either team played on Thanksgiving before Thursday night, and after that game then-Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and cornerback Richard Sherman dug into the postgame turkey at the 50-yard line of Levi's Stadium at a time when the rivalry between the two teams was at a peak. The 49ers flipped the script on Thursday, notching a 31-13 win over the Seahawks at Lumen Field in Seattle that was followed by a slew of 49ers getting their fill of Thanksgiving turkey, courtesy of NBC.
"That was a moment I'll remember
