Peter King of Sports Illustrated is reporting that he has heard that free-agent quarterback Alex Smith's agent, Tom Condon, has spoken with the Miami Dolphins this afternoon. He also notes that this could be for real or is simply could be for leverage with the San Francisco 49ers.
Smith has obviously become top priority for the 49ers with Peyton Manning deciding to go to the Denver Broncos. On Sunday, Smith made it publicly known that he was willing to be the 49ers' plan B and left a 5-hour visit with Miami without a contract. It is rumored that Miami was willing to offer Smith a multi-year contract at about $8 million a year.
The San Francisco 49ers brought in Asante Samuel Jr. for a workout on Monday, evaluating the veteran cornerback as he works his way back into the NFL after undergoing spinal fusion surgery during the offseason. Samuel had visited several teams in recent weeks, and on Tuesday,...
49ers work out three kickers to replace Eddy Piñeiro
By David Bonilla
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According to Matt Barrows of The Athletic, the San Francisco 49ers worked out three kickers on Tuesday as they search for a temporary replacement for Eddy Piñeiro, who is expected to miss time with a Grade 1 right hamstring strain suffered during Sunday's win over the...
49ers vs. Cardinals PFF grades: Best and worst from the game, plus snap counts
By David Bonilla
Nov 17
The San Francisco 49ers improved their record to 7-4 after a 41-22 win against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 11. Today, Pro Football Focus released its grades and snap counts from the game. Which Niners stood out, and who needs more work?
Highest-graded 49ers: Offense
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On Sunday, Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall returned to the offensive lineup for the San Francisco 49ers. Purdy looked like he hadn't missed any time at all, as the offense dominated. The defense wasn't great, but they were good enough to win the game, creating three...