Would you trade Frank Gore??

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:39 PM

jays9ers
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I know some of you die hard Gore fans would say I'm crazy.. And I for one love Frank, but I'm also looking objectively towards the future.. It looks as if we'll be getting another OC next season, setting us back another 2 or 3 years. We have young WR's who will have time to develop and benefit from a new OC.. But Gore doesn't have that long to sit around and wait... 3 More seasons and he will be past his prime.. Would you consider moving him for players or draft picks???

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:41 PM

Joecool
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Not yet. He is too much of this offense to trade him, unless we get like 5 draft picks for him or something.

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:44 PM

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Running backs don't generally last all that long so yes. But I would want serious value for him. Spread, for safety, over two drafts

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:45 PM

FriscoGold
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yes. Exactly as you stated. The Salary Cap Era of the NFL is all timing. You aim for windows of years you can make a Championship run.....anyone who does not fit into the next window of opportunity is expendable.

But, the Niners are not interested in championships, just mediocrity; so they will keep Gore as long as he can help them sell jerseys and help the Niners send 1-3 players to the Pro Bowl each season.

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:45 PM

Daniel2778
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how will he be passed his prime in 3 or 3 more seasons? he is young. Plus, sing is looking for a new oc to call more running plays just for gore. i would never trade him, but draft another qb and have him play in a couple of series.

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:46 PM

Memphis9er
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all I have to say to the yes voters is...

PUT DOWN THE CRACK PIPE!

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:47 PM

kodiak49er
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gore can still be one of the best backs for the next couple of years even if we have to wait a lil longer for that champ run. but when that time comes just find another back to replace him at that time.

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:48 PM

FriscoGold
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Originally posted by Memphis9er:
all I have to say to the yes voters is...

PUT DOWN THE CRACK PIPE!

well maybe you should try some....you clearly need some help with vision beyond the 2 feet surrounding you

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:49 PM

Joecool
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It wouldn't be a good idea in terms of team character perspective. You just don't "backstab" your best player and highly respected professional. The other players will begin to worry about themselves and what's good for them.

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:51 PM

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jays9ers
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Originally posted by Daniel2778:
how will he be passed his prime in 3 or 3 more seasons? he is young. Plus, sing is looking for a new oc to call more running plays just for gore. i would never trade him, but draft another qb and have him play in a couple of series.

Gore will be 28 in three years... Kinda old for RB standards... Not quite over the hill yet but defenintly getting there..

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:51 PM

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MadDog49er
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For a first rounder, Yes! However, no team would make that deal.

Time is clicking for Gore. He probably has three more good years, and that is about it.

Dec 24, 2008 at 12:52 PM

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