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49ers bring back linebacker
In two seasons with the Bengals (2013-14), he appeared in 28 games (one start) and registered 13 tackles and one pass defensed in addition to 15 tackles on special teams. He also appeared in one postseason contest with Cincinnati.
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49ers camp observations: C.J. Beathard’s best practice shakes up 49ers QB situation
It doesn’t necessarily mean Beathard will start the season as Brian Hoyer’s backup, but the rookie third-round pick is steadily improving.
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Jones and Krueger: Inside linebacker might be strongest position on 49ers
49ers training camp is in full swing. Our Senior Writer Kevin Jones joined Larry Krueger on the latest episode of The Krueg Show podcast from Santa Clara, and broke down the 49ers’ roster position by position as the first preseason game approaches.
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49ers roster: 40 locks and the 13 spots up for grabs
We’ve seen enough of training camp to anticipate who will make the 49ers’ 53-man roster. Let’s dive right in.
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Lynch says 49ers will treat preseason different than usual
“We’re a new group,” said Lynch. “We understand that even though we have some guys who have kind of earned that right (to sit out the majority of the preseason), we need them to play. Because we need to evaluate the team as a whole.”
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Camp observations: Weight loss program has changed endurance of 49ers
Players have said shedding pounds has given the team more endurance. Shanahan and John Lynch required several key members of the team to come back weighing as light as they ever have in the NFL
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49ers plan to release Bruce Ellington [report]
The 49ers plan on releasing wide receiver Bruce Ellington on Thursday, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC SportsNet Bay Area.
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49ers have simplified their playbook on defense and this is what it means
The purpose of simplifying the playbook is to help players play faster. To think less. The 49ers can now focus on the tendencies of their opponents more than constantly adjusting their own play calls prior to the snap. The main goal of this? Less play calls will equal less mental errors.
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49ers camp observations: Carlos Hyde gives Witherspoon a rude welcome the NFL
The force of Hyde knocked Witherspoon off his feet and onto the turf — completely de-cleated. It was a Madden truck-stick moment, and one that had offensive players screaming in excitement. Number 28 ended the scene with a flex.
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Ravens GM denies report that owner is blocking Kaepernick signing
The Colin Kaepernick saga has continued to into August as training camps around the league have opened up while the quarterback remains a free agent. Speculation over Kap’s next landing spot seems to have zeroed in on one team in particular though, the Baltimore Ravens.