Justin Smith took pride in being able to sign a contract at the age 33.
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:50am -

The 49ers have signed defensive tackle Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension through 2015.
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:30am -

San Francisco’s six-time Pro Bowl linebacker continues to find ways to push himself to become the best at his craft.
- 12 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 8:09am -

"Boone" the black rhino at the San Francisco Zoo will forever be linked to 49ers guard Alex Boone.
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 5:17pm -

San Francisco 49ers tight end will get to share wisdom with a large group of rookies at the National Football League’s 16th Rookie Symposium.
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 2:23pm -

The two day, non-contact football camp, featuring 49ers alumni Dennis Brown and Chris Dalman, hosted 300 predominantly-Hispanic boys and girls ages nine to 13 from local youth organizations.
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 12:55pm -

Get an inside look at the progress being made at Levis® Stadium.
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 10:37am -

Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio outlined
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 8:38am -

Yahoo! will be the exclusive online sports content, social networking, and photo and video sharing partner for Levi’s® Stadium and the San Francisco 49ers.
- 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 11:55am -

49ers players give props to their pops on Father's Day.
- 3 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 9:21am -

The two-year contract extension that defensive end Justin Smith signed with the 49ers is likely to be the final contract that the 33-year-old signs in the NFL. “Justin’s All-Pro contributions on the field, as well as his leadership on and off the field, are integral to our success as a team,” 49ers General Manager Trent…
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:39am -

Wednesday appears to be the day that the 49ers are taking care of all family business. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reports that the team has extended the contract of offensive coordinator Greg Roman for two years, which means he’s locked up through the 2015 season. The news comes on the heels of word…
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:14am -

Justin Smith was hoping this wasn’t going to be his last year with the 49ers. Consider that problem solved. According to Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com, the 49ers signed Smith to a two-year contract extension today, which locks him up through the 2015 season. According to Liz Mullen of Sports Business Journal, Smith recently split his…
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:47am -

There are varying degrees of voluntary when it comes to voluntary offseason workouts. And 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh even passed out perfect attendance certificates and T-shirts to the 31 of his 90 players who made every workout this spring to help underscore the difference, and recognize the people who treated them as mandatory. “It’s a…
- 11 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 8:32am -

When 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh insisted that the replacement for Michael Crabtree (Achilles) would come from the current roster, it was presumed that the replacement would be a receiver. As it turns out, the Niners could be thinking about using tight end Vernon Davis as a wideout while Crabtree recovers. According to Grant Cohn of…
- 13 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 6:43am -

The 49ers waived Brandon Carswell with an injury designation on Tuesday, the NFL disclosed in its transaction log. The 24-year-old Carswell suffered an ACL tear last Wednesday, the same day he signed with the club. Carswell, who played collegiately at Southern Cal, had a brief stint on the Raiders’ practice squad a season ago. The 49ers…
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 5:38pm -

It’s been almost five full months since the Falcons lost to the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game and Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan has not shied away from watching the painful end of the season. Ryan sat down with Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com to watch the tape of the game, giving rise to an interesting…
- 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 12:03pm -

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll may be seeking to thaw the frosty relationship between his team and the division rival 49ers. Asked in an interview on NFL Network about the war of words that has erupted between his team and 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh, Carroll didn’t take the bait and instead talked about how much respect…
- 4 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 9:17am -

Work resumed on the 49ers’ new stadium in Santa Clara Thursday, two days after a construction worker died there. According to Mark Gomez of the San Jose Mercury News, workers gathered in the south end zone for a service to remember 63-year-old Donald White, who died on Tuesday when an elevator counterweight fell on him.…
- 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 6:38am -

He has overcome a wide variety of injuries, both minor and serious.  But as the most memorable birthday card I’ve ever seen says, with a picture of the Grim Reaper on the cover, “You can run, but you cannot hide.” Gore has been running for years, and he’s hiding in plain sight atop the 49ers…
- 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 5:28am -

Hot News for DE Justin Smith
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:24pm -

Justin Smith singed a two-year contract extension making him a 49er through 2015, the team announced Wednesday. San Francisco's defensive stalwart was set to become an unrestricted free agent following the upcoming season.
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:43am -

Hot News for TE Vernon Davis
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 7:35pm -

Heading into the club’s mandatory minicamp, the focus on the 49ers was clear: how will the team compensate for the loss of its best wide receiver Michael Crabtree? Inside is a look at how the rest of the receiving corps fared over the three-day camp this week, with other news and notes from up and down the 90-man roster.
- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 6:44pm -

After defensive anchor Justin Smith tore a triceps muscle in December 16’s win in New England, his absence from the defensive front was very apparent. And in the postseason, it was clear he wasn’t nearly the same player that received four-straight Pro Bowl nods. Inside he discusses his recovery and uncertain future with the team.
- 7 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 6:27pm -

The St. Louis Rams were a thorn in the 49ers' side in 2012, pushing San Francisco to a tie in Week 10 and defeating them in over time three weeks later. And since joining the 49ers as a free agent this offseason, former Rams' safety Craig Dahl said the offense was tipping its plays.
- 7 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 1:12pm -

The unofficial end of the offseason is upon the 49ers, as team begins its three-day minicamp Tuesday. With a talented roster and coaching staff already in place, San Francisco might not have to accomplish as much as others this week, but the team still has areas to focus on to repeat as NFC champs. Inside we break down five keys to the mandatory minicamp.
- 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 12:33am -

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have signed rookie outside linebacker Corey Lemonier to a four-year contract.
- 9 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 7:47pm -

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former South Carolina running back Marcus Lattimore signed a four-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers on Friday. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed.
- 19 days ago, 31 May 13, 4:30pm -

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The second week of organized team activities began for the San Francisco 49ers without Michael Crabtree but with the tough task of replacing the team's top wide receiver.
- 22 days ago, 28 May 13, 6:55pm -

Ten yards was the difference between losing the NFC title game and going to the Super Bowl for the Falcons. Pete Priso sits down with Matt Ryan to break down what went wrong on the fateful last drive.
- 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 5:36am -

Big paydays for QBs (Ryan, Stafford; Cutler, too?) are near. Same with WRs (Dez Bryant, anyone?). Jason La Canfora digs up who's next up on the get-paid list, including four key Giants.
- 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 5:53am -

Justin Tuck used to be on the list of elite pass rushers. Now he tops Pete Prisco's annual list of overrated players. As for underrated? Prisco says Broncos nickel corner Chris Harris is worth every penny.
- 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 7:02am -

Ray Lewis and Brian Urlacher? Retired. Ed Reed? A Texan. Michael Crabtree? Hurt. Who steps up? Pete Prisco gives his outlook for the players replacing big names.
- 19 days ago, 1 Jun 13, 6:09am -

A Broncos-Cowboys Super Bowl? Don't laugh. Pete Prisco says both grade out the highest in his four-pronged formula that combines rankings of each team's QB, LT and best CB and pass rusher.
- 22 days ago, 29 May 13, 6:45am -

An 18-game schedule? Still a bad idea, Mike Freeman says. But he's got nine much-needed offseason moves, including the Jets cutting ties with the Sanchize and the 49ers finding another WR.
- 28 days ago, 23 May 13, 7:19am -

Who starts at QB for the Bills, Jets, Raiders and Eagles? Who fills the leadership void in Baltimore? Pete Prisco asks a pressing question for each team heading into the summer.
- 34 days ago, 17 May 13, 7:46am -

Friendship Fleeting in NFL Flux
- 98 days ago, 13 Mar 13, 10:39am -

Aliens Behind SB47 Blackout?
- 4 Feb 13, 10:18pm -

Super Bowl 47 Hunch Line
- 28 Jan 13, 10:33pm -

One would figure that life would be easy for a team that many experts have predicted to win the Super Bowl at the end of the 2013 season.Such claims would make sense after all.  The San Francisco 49ers came within one play of that last season, narrowly losing Super Bowl XLVII to the Baltimore Ravens.  In the following weeks and months, San Francisco was able to bolster its roster with a number of trades and free agent signings combined with a solid draft.  The core of the team remained mostly intact, consisting largely of young and talented veterans paired with a top—notch coaching staff…
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 10:49am -

The San Francisco 49ers' new Levi's Stadium, set to open before the 2014 NFL season, is going to be fantastic. Bleacher Report's "Behind the Mic" went behind the scenes to get all of the details on this massive undertaking.Host Damon Bruce took some moments with Jack Hill, the man in charge of the construction project in Santa Clara, to get an exclusive, firsthand look at its amazing features before the official unveiling.It's no wonder the 49ers will be the host of Super Bowl L in 2016. Read more San Francisco 49ers news on BleacherReport.com
- 12 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 7:41am -

Power ranking NFL players is often a daunting task—especially when it includes the 90 San Francisco 49ers prior to training camp. The 49ers concluded their mandatory three-day minicamp last week and must wait until late July for training camp, the final portion of the offseason program. This month-long period is the only time when the additional 37 players to the 53-man roster can relax before coaches really begin making decision pertaining to roster cuts. But we cannot have those guys sporting the Red and Gold relaxing now, can we? So, in keeping with the Jim Harbaugh ultra-competitive ment…
- 14 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:52am -

"The Faithful."That is what 49er fans are called.  In recent years, that has been pretty easy.  Back-to-back successful years nearly always result in both the fair-weather and die-hard fan rallying behind their franchise 100 percent.In the years before however, it might have been difficult to remain a 49er fan. Nearly eight years of struggle, composed of a revolving door of coaches and players, made being one of The Faithful a difficult endeavor.Yet The Faithful remain true to their team, regardless of how the franchise itself is performing.While nearly any team in the NFL can state that it…
- 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 12:57pm -

With the new league year well underway, the San Francisco 49ers have been working feverishly to optimize their offseason. Operating with lofty expectations, the team is preparing to follow up a storybook season that saw them finish as conference champions. Only five yards away from a sixth Lombardi Trophy and an undefeated Super Bowl prestige, the ‘Niners have since developed a chip on their shoulder, while locking on to a common goal for 2013. As one of 16 teams in the NFC vying for a spot to represent their conference at MetLife Stadium in Super Bowl XLVIII, head coach Jim Harbaugh has giv…
- 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 4:00am -

On a fine spring day six years ago, San Francisco 49ers’ general management made the best decision of their collective professional career. With the 11th pick in the 2007 NFL draft, the San Francisco 49ers select Patrick Willis, linebacker, Ole Miss. Slightly exaggerated statements notwithstanding, Willis arrived at a time when this once reputable franchise was in the midst of four consecutive losing seasons. He suffered through three of his own during the first four years of his professional career. Despite the losing pedigree, Willis infused a sense of proficiency, greatness and a downrigh…
- 3 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 5:42pm -

Declaring that San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore won’t register Pro Bowl-worthy production in 2013 would seem, on the surface, like a preposterous statement. Gore has earned those honors for the past two seasons, totaling 2,425 yards and 16 touchdowns. He has also served as the leading rusher in a top-flight rushing attack. It’s one that’s powered behind the premier run-blocking offensive line in all of football. That league-leading supporting cast returns again this year. The pistol read-option, run-heavy offensive attack led by quarterback Colin Kaepernick will put Gore in pr…
- 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 6:05am -

Midway through a recent marketing meeting at the San Francisco 49ers' headquarters, 300-pound right guard Alex Boone strolled in, put his massive hand on the digital-media manager's shoulder and said, "Are we doing this Katy Perry lip-synching video battle thing today, or what?"That might not sound exactly as important as practicing blindside protection schemes, but it's valuable currency for teams marked as early Super Bowl contenders.Many teams have legitimate high expectations leading into the upcoming NFL season, and loyal fans want to soak in every moment of what could be an epic Super Bo…
- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 1:29pm -

When Craig Dahl signed with the St. Louis Rams in 2009, he knew he would have the opportunity to start at one of the two safety positions.Dahl had spent the first two years of his NFL career learning head coach Steve Spagnuolo’s defensive system in New York, so the transition seemed painless at the time. However, it didn’t matter how well Dahl knew the playbook. He quickly learned that the life of a starting safety in the NFL isn’t easy. According to Pro Football Focus, he was targeted 41 times in his first season with the Rams (subscription required). He allowed three touchdown receptio…
- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 1:19pm -

I remember playing video games in the early '90s on Nintendo and Super Nintendo (yes I am dating myself here) and how I loved playing those football games where you could choose your favorite team.  Many games had an option to select "all-time greats" as the team you would play.Every player on the 49ers (the team I always chose) was a stud and an outstanding representative of their respective era. They were always dream teams to say the least.While my video game-playing days are all but over, I still enjoy looking back at the storied history of the San Francisco 49ers and thinking about…
- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 10:33am -

Police have yet to rule out New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez as a suspect in a homicide investigation in North Attleboro, Mass., WBZ-TV reported.
- 4 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 3:40pm -

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- The San Francisco 49ers signed defensive end Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension Wednesday to keep one of their most important defensive players off the free-agent market next offseason.
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49ers used tight end there in recent minicamp
- 7 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 1:20pm -

San Francisco's creative offensive coordinator Greg Roman signed a two-year contract extension on Wednesday.
- 7 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 1:00pm -

The San Francisco 49eers signed veteran defensive end Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension on Wednesday that likely will take him to the end of his NFL career.
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:22pm -

Justin Smith has excelled in his five seasons with the 49ers. He's coming back for more, and it's not about the money.
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:57am -

The two-year contract extension that defensive end Justin Smith signed with the 49ers is likely to be the final contract that the 33-year-old signs in the NFL. “Justin’s All-Pro contributions on the field, as well as his leadership on and off the field, are integral to our success as a team,” 49ers General Manager Trent…
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:39am -

Defensive lineman was entering final year of deal
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Justin Smith is 33 years old and coming off surgery, but 49ers showed Wednesday they're counting on a few more years of productivity.
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:34am -

COMMENTARY | A.J. Jenkins is taking the right measures to put his rookie season behind him. After failing to see the field last year for all but 47 plays, the 23-year-old receiver is beginning to fall into the good graces of his coaches.
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:33am -

Joe Staley continues to entertain us to no end:Watch out Frankie!! pic.twitter.com/6RHHxlbuwG— Joe Staley (@jstaley74) June 19, 2013This has pretty much been a running joke since the day Daniel Kilgore was drafted, and it remains amusing...well, at least I find it funny!
- 2 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:58pm -

It's been a busy evening, but we've got a little bit more news of sorts. Michael Crabtree sent out this tweet.Feeling good today... It's taco Wednesday in my crib.. And I'll be walking again in 4 weeks.. I'm on my way.. #yungcrab— Michael Crabtree (@KingCrab15) June 19, 2013Taco Wednesday is always a good day, but the more pertinent news is that Crabtree expects to be walking again in four weeks. Since we've got a storystream dedicated to Crabtree's injury and recovery, I figured we'd slap this in here.It has now been almost a month since Crabtree tore his Achilles tendon.…
- 3 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 4:29pm -

The San Francisco 49ers have made it clear that they aren't ready to push out the old guard in favor of the young guns. Signing defensive lineman Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension will likely keep him with the 49ers until he calls it a career and retires to a place with lots of red meat and plenty of dogs.Most recently, two players have been discussed as potential cap casualties following this season: the very same Smith who was just extended and veteran running back Frank Gore.The thought of a team without either of these two players is ... well, a thought I don't have…
- 4 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 3:30pm -

Last month, before the 49ers got into their OTAs, we put together a pair of posts looking at the offensive position battles and defensive position battles. In doing that, we overlooked the special teams position battles. The 49ers are set at punter and kicker, but beyond that, there are some questions to consider. The long snapper battle could be surprisingly wide open, while many of the bottom end of the roster will be looking to prove they can handle special teams work in order to earn a roster spot.Yesterday, we took a look at defensive position battles, and Monday we took a look…
- 6 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:00pm -

The San Francisco 49ers signed defensive end/tackle Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension on Wednesday, and his media conference after signing the deal was everything you'd expect from the man they call Cowboy.I transcribed the press conference below, and there were some great comments from Smith. When asked about getting the deal done, he said it was simple because the 49ers wanted him around, and he wanted to stick around. That seems fairly simple, but oftentimes negotiations can get more complicated. Smith handled the deal himself, following what sounds like a pretty simp…
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:20pm -

What started out as a slow week is quickly picking up speed. NFL Network's Ian Rapoport just tweeted out that the 49ers have signed offensive coordinator Greg Roman to a two-year extension that will keep him under contract through 2015. That would indicate that Roman had originally signed a three-year contract with the 49ers. This comes shortly after the 49ers announced Justin Smith signed a two-year contract extension. I don't expect an announcement from the 49ers on Roman's extension. They are pretty quiet about their coaching staff contracts.This does not guarantee Roman will be…
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:08am -

Woo hoo, Cowboy is sticking around! The 49ers announced this morning that defensive tackle Justin Smith has signed a two-year extension. He was previously signed through 2013, and this deal will keep him with the 49ers through the 2015 season.Smith was one of the more prominent free agents on the horizon, and this deal would seemingly lock him up for the rest of his career. He has said in the recent past that he saw himself potentially playing a few more years, and this would seem to set that up. There is no word yet on contract details. The 49ers have renegotiated a few deals latel…
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:42am -

Fooch's Note: Cam Inman provided a helpful update:Regarding reports of Vernon Davis working with #49ers WRs last week, it's nothing new. He also worked out with TEs. Vance McDonald did same.— Cam Inman (@CamInman) June 19, 2013The 49ers minicamp did not provide many answers to the burning questions facing the 49ers, but there are still bits of information worth noting. According to Grant Cohn, Vernon Davis spent all of minicamp working with the wide receivers, as opposed to the tight ends. Additionally, Anquan Boldin lined up in the slot "a vast majority of the time."The 49…
- 12 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 8:04am -

San Francisco 49ers offensive coordinator Greg Roman will be one of the hottest names on the head coaching market next offseason. Until then, he'll enjoy some job security with a new contract.
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:10am -

Defensive end Justin Smith recently acknowledged this might be his last season on the San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers moved quickly to make sure that didn't happen.
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:56am -

Vernon Davis has earned several accolades for his skills at tight end. But could the San Francisco 49ers star change positions this season?
- 12 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 7:29am -

The San Francisco 49ers and Yahoo! announced a partnership deal for Levi's Stadium on Monday. Yahoo! will enhance the game day experience through photo and video sharing, along with other in-stadium content.
- 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 12:23pm -

John and Jim Harbaugh were the first siblings to face off as coaches in a Super Bowl. The uber-competitive family can make just about anything into a race, including Father's Day.
- 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 6:59am -

San Francisco 49ers rookie Marcus Lattimore is sticking to his roots. The former South Carolina running back will work with a Medicaid program in the state to encourage young people to visit the doctor.
- 4 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 12:34pm -

It was a matter of time until a Seattle Seahawks player fired back at San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh after the coach's comments about the Seahawks' PED issues. Enter Brandon Browner (left).
- 5 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 5:18pm -

Austin Collie, cleared by doctors and itching for an NFL return, worked out Thursday for the San Francisco 49ers, who still are looking to add receiver depth after losing Michael Crabtree to injury.
- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 11:02am -

St. Louis Rams defensive end Chris Long dove into the bickering involving Cortland Finnegan and Craig Dahl. Long bragged on Twitter about his Rams' success against the San Francisco 49ers.
- 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 2:48am -

St. Louis Rams cornerback Cortland Finnegan wasn't pleased with Craig Dahl revealing why his former team puzzled the San Francisco 49ers last season. It didn't help that Dahl now is a Niner.
- 7 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 3:57pm -

According to the PressDemocrat.com, 49ers tight end Vernon Davis lined up exclusively with the wide receiver during minicamp.It sounds like the 49ers plan on splitting Davis out wide more with the loss of Michael Crabtree.Let’s face it, as much as people want to believe Anquan Boldin can be the 49ers number one receiver, I don’t see it happening. His best days are behind him. Need NFL Tickets?The post Vernon Davis lined up exclusively with the wide receivers during minicamp appeared first on Pro Football Zone.
- 38 mins ago, 19 Jun 13, 7:21pm -

Earlier today the 49ers signed defensive end Justin Smith to a two-year extension.According to Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee, Smith is able to bench press over 400 pounds.  It sounds like his elbow/tricep is holding up just fine.The Niners are clearly confident Smith will return to form this season.  Need NFL Tickets?The post Justin Smith able to bench press over 400 pounds appeared first on Pro Football Zone.
- 4 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 3:35pm -

According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the 49ers have signed offensive coordinator Greg Roman to a two-year extension. #49ers have signed offensive coordinator Greg Roman to a two-year contract extension, I'm told. This takes the creative coach through 2015. — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) June 19, 2013 Need NFL Tickets? The post 49ers sign OC Greg Roman to a two-year extension appeared first on Pro Football Zone.
- 7 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:38pm -

Ian Rapoport reports that the 49ers have also signed offensive coordinator Greg Roman a two-year contract extension that will keep him under team control through the 2015 season.San Francisco also signed DT Justin Smith to an extension on Wednesday as well.Roman deserves a lot of credit for the 49ers offensive production in the past few years. While this extension is clearly an attempt to their coaching staff in place, Roman figures to still be a candidate for a head coaching job next year. The post Report: 49ers Sign OC Greg Roman To A Two-Year Extension appeared first on NFL Trade R…
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:24am -

According to Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com, the San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive end Justin Smith to a two-year extension.The 49ers signed Justin Smith to a two-year extension through 2015.— Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoCSN) June 19, 2013I find it interesting that the 49ers decided to extend Smith’s contract when he’ll be turning 34 years-old in September.  They clearly feel like he has plenty of football left in him.  Need NFL Tickets?The post 49ers sign Justin Smith to a two-year extension appeared first on Pro Football Zone.
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:06am -

According to Matt Maiocco of CSNBayArea.com, the 49ers signed defensive tackle Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension.The deal keeps him in the fold through the 2015 season.Smith has been rehabbing a triceps injury and felt confident that he would be ready for training camp.He had expressed his desire to stay with the 49ers and the new contract solidifies his future with the team.Darin Gantt of Profootballtalk.com writes:‘The 49ers looked like a different team when he was out with an injury last year, with Aldon Smith in particular disappearing without his bodyguard. He…
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 10:47am -

San Francisco 49ers inside linebacker and defensive co-captain Patrick Willis said he feels like he’s in the best shape possible. According to 49ers.com, Willis was one of 31 players on the roster to attend every practice and workout this offseason.  The 28-year-old used the offseason program to 
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 10:16am -

This San Francisco 49ers fan didn’t know what he was doing when he asked Macklemore to sign his Frank Gore jersey while at his concert recently.Macklemore, a very out spoken Seattle sports fan, made it pretty clear how he feels about the 49ers and their star running back. This Seahawks/49ers rivalry is starting to become one of the top rivalries on and off the field.The post Macklemore Helps Heat Things Up Between the 49ers and Seahawks appeared first on Overtime.
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 10:12am -

The San Francisco 49ers have announced that they have reached an agreement with DT Justin Smith a two-year contract extension.“Justin’s All-Pro contributions on the field, as well as his leadership on and off the field, are integral to our success,” said GM Trent Baalke.Smith, 33, will now be under team control through the 2015 season. He was entering the final year of his current contract and was set to become an unrestricted free agent following the 2013 season in which he’s set to make $7.5 million.His overall impact on the 49ers defense has been significant and it wouldn’t be…
- 10 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:39am -

I’m going #1 T…49ers QB Colin Kaepernick will appear on the cover of ESPN The Magazine’s 2013 fantasy football guide. Kaepernick was largely responsible for the San Francisco 49ers trip to Super Bowl XLVII, and was a fantasy beast when he took over. I’m already prepping for next season’s fantasy draft.-TOColin Kaepernick Instagrams Shoe CollectionColin Kaepernick Supports Youth Football
- 11 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 9:06am -

Two days after the 49ers’ loss in the 2012 NFC Championship Game, general manager Trent Baalke was surprised to stumble onto defensive tackle Justin Smith lifting weights at the team facility. Today, six days after the 49ers’ final minicamp of the offseason, Smith, 33, spoke with the media after signing a two-year contract extension that could keep him with the team through the 2015 season. It’s the start of vacation time for coaches and players before training camp, but Smith didn’t speak via conference call from a resort.
- 6 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:02pm -

Niners offensive coordinator Greg Roman desperately wants to be a head coach. If he doesn’t get his wish after the 2013 season, though, he’ll presumably receive a nice paycheck to help ease the sting.
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:11pm -

Twelve-year veteran Justin Smith was lamenting last week how football “doesn’t like old guys.” The 49ers like Smith just fine as evidenced by signing the defensive lineman to a two-year extension. Smith, 34, was in the final year of a six-year, $45 million deal. Smith proved his worth last season when the 49ers’ defense fell [...]
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 10:30am -

It just got worse for Milpitas High legend Brandon Carswell. The 49ers released the wide receiver Tuesday after Carswell tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, moments after signing a two-year deal with the team. Carswell signed to occupy tight end Cameron Morrah’s spot on the roster. The former Cal tight end played a [...]
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 1:47pm -

The new 49ers stadium is taking on a very Bay Area feel — at least in terms of corporate sponsorship. The 49ers announced today that Yahoo will be the “exclusive online sports content, social networking, and photo and video sharing partner” for the team and for Levi’s Stadium, named for San Francisco-based corporate sponsor Levi Strauss [...]
- 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 3:11pm -

Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner wasn’t pleased with the recent comments about PEDs from 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh. “He’s a coach. He’s never gonna be out there lined up against me,” Browner said Thursday on Sports Radio KJR. “I wish he would; I’d put my hands around his neck.” Let’s back up. On Tuesday, Harbaugh said [...]
- 5 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 1:37pm -

49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick ended the 49ers’ off-season program for veterans with a flourish, completing four passes of 15 yards or more. It ended the last day of mandatory minicamp for the team. Rookies still have one more week before they are dismissed until the start of training camp at the end of July. “Colin [...]
- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 5:46pm -

Collie’s extensive injury history explains why he’s still seeking employment in mid-June, despite collecting 172 catches, 1,839 yards and 16 touchdowns from 2009-11.
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With social media, no good, innocent comment goes unpunished. New 49ers’ safety Craig Dahl revealed Tuesday that the Rams cracked the code on the 49ers’ offense last year. Through formation and personnel, the Rams could discern whether the 49ers were going to run or pass. “We had a few tips off of film, we were [...]
- 7 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 5:37pm -

Two days after the 49ers’ loss in the 2012 NFC Championship Game, general manager Trent Baalke was surprised to stumble onto defensive tackle Justin Smith lifting weights at the team facility. Today, six days after the 49ers’ final minicamp of the offseason, Smith, 33, spoke with the media after signing a two-year contract extension that could keep him with the team through the 2015 season. It’s the start of vacation time for coaches and players before training camp, but Smith didn’t speak via conference call from a resort.
- 6 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:02pm -

Niners offensive coordinator Greg Roman desperately wants to be a head coach. If he doesn’t get his wish after the 2013 season, though, he’ll presumably receive a nice paycheck to help ease the sting.
- 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:11pm -

Twelve-year veteran Justin Smith was lamenting last week how football “doesn’t like old guys.” The 49ers like Smith just fine as evidenced by signing the defensive lineman to a two-year extension. Smith, 34, was in the final year of a six-year, $45 million deal. Smith proved his worth last season when the 49ers’ defense fell into two categories – Before Triceps and After Triceps. The team allowed an average of 12.7 points a game before Smith partially tore his triceps on Dec. 16 in New England. That average, which doesn’t include special teams or defensive scores, jumped to 28 poin…
- 9 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 10:30am -

It just got worse for Milpitas High legend Brandon Carswell. The 49ers released the wide receiver Tuesday after Carswell tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, moments after signing a two-year deal with the team. Carswell signed to occupy tight end Cameron Morrah’s spot on the roster. The former Cal tight end played a few seasons in Seattle before signing briefly with the 49ers. Carswell, meanwhile, was doing a pursuit drill during a 49ers’ mandatory minicamp practice last week when he crumbled to the turf . He spent nearly the entirety of the 2012 season on the Raiders’ practi…
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 1:47pm -

The new 49ers stadium is taking on a very Bay Area feel — at least in terms of corporate sponsorship. The 49ers announced today that Yahoo will be the “exclusive online sports content, social networking, and photo and video sharing partner” for the team and for Levi’s Stadium, named for San Francisco-based corporate sponsor Levi Strauss & Co. The Yahoo deal begins in 2014 with the opening of the new stadium and extends through the 2023 season. Yahoo’s fantasy football empire is the most obvious and natural tie-in for the 49ers. Yahoo will have its name on a brand new “Fantasy Fo…
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Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner wasn’t pleased with the recent comments about PEDs from 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh. “He’s a coach. He’s never gonna be out there lined up against me,” Browner said Thursday on Sports Radio KJR. “I wish he would; I’d put my hands around his neck.” Let’s back up. On Tuesday, Harbaugh said he “definitely noticed” the recent problems Seattle’s had with performance-enhancing drugs. “It has no place in an athlete’s body,” Harbaugh said of PEDs. “We play by the rules. You want to be above reproach, especially when you’re good, becaus…
- 5 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 1:37pm -

49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick ended the 49ers’ off-season program for veterans with a flourish, completing four passes of 15 yards or more. It ended the last day of mandatory minicamp for the team. Rookies still have one more week before they are dismissed until the start of training camp at the end of July. “Colin has been on it all off-season,” coach Jim Harbaugh said. “That period especially was outstanding.” Highlights of practice included an nice catch by rookie tight end Vance McDonald on a ball thrown behind him. He also caught a few seam routes. “We have to have more V…
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Collie’s extensive injury history explains why he’s still seeking employment in mid-June, despite collecting 172 catches, 1,839 yards and 16 touchdowns from 2009-11.
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- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 10:48am -

With social media, no good, innocent comment goes unpunished. New 49ers’ safety Craig Dahl revealed Tuesday that the Rams cracked the code on the 49ers’ offense last year. Through formation and personnel, the Rams could discern whether the 49ers were going to run or pass. “We had a few tips off of film, we were able to differentiate between run and pass early,” Dahl said. “That kind of gave us an added benefit on defense.” That’s just what players do when they change teams. They divulge the secrets of their former team, partially for their own benefit. And there might be a little…
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SANTA CLARA - Veteran NFL players rarely get to leave the sport on their own terms. Justin Smith will do just that after signing a two-year contract extension Wednesday that keeps him in a 49ers uniform through the 2015 season.Because Justin Smith (94) and other defenders have performed so well, the 49ers have not needed to look to the draft to strengthen those positions. Smith's late-season injury, however, showed that the team might need to bolster its D-line.Defensive end Justin Smith, going through a strengthening exercise at 49ers minicamp Wednesday, said his recovery from a t…
- 2 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:37pm -

The 49ers still risk losing Greg Roman to a team looking for a new head coach. But at least Roman will be a bit happier after recently signing a two-year contract extension with the team. News of Roman's new deal first was reported by NFL Network.San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh, right, talks with offensive coordinator Greg Roman during practice on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, in New Orleans. The 49ers are scheduled to play the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL Super Bowl XLVII football game on Feb. 3. (AP Photo/ Mark Humphrey)
- 6 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:04pm -

Justin Smith, the son of Missouri cattle rancher, is not a complicated guy. His two-year contract extension was simple, too.Defensive end Justin Smith is entering the final season of a six-year, $45 million contract. Smith, who turns 34 in September, insists he's not thinking beyond this season.
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The 49ers signed perhaps the most indispensable member of their defense, lineman Justin Smith, to a two-year contract extension Wednesday. The new deal makes him a 49er through the 2015 season.The importance of defensive linemen Justin Smith (third from left) and Aldon Smith (second from left) to the 49ers' success was clear during the 2012-13 season. In this year's draft, the team might pick a defensive end in hopes of providing backup to the two stars.
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While most of the 49ers' established veterans either worked out at home, rehabilitated from injuries or played hooky now and then, Patrick Willis was a springtime constant, participating in all of coach Jim Harbaugh's offseason program and further putting his mark on the team.Patrick Willis
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The reigning NFC champion 49ers began their three-day minicamp Tuesday.San Francisco 49ers defensive back Nnamdi Asomugha (24) runs drills during NFL football minicamp at the team's training facility in Santa Clara, Calif., Wednesday, June 12, 2013.
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There were five running backs taken ahead of Frank Gore in the 2005 NFL draft, and it takes Gore less than five seconds to recite the list.Running back Frank Gore says he's using his age – 30 – as his latest motivator to remain as the 49ers' leading rusher this season.
- 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 1:25pm -

One day after wideout Brandon Carswell tore a knee ligament, the 49ers worked out former Indianapolis Colts receiver Austin Collie.
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Bring yourself to the game. Leave the cooler and backpack at home.FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2012, file photo, fans go through a security checkpoint as they enter the stadium for an NFL wild card playoff football game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Houston Texans in Houston. The NFL is tightening stadium security starting this preseason, limiting the size and type of bags fans can bring to the game. The restrictions are designed to enhance security while speeding up entry into stadiums.FILE - In this Oct. 2, 2011, file photo, fans wait at a security checkpoint as they enter Lambeau…
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The 49ers brought in plenty of defensive reinforcements this offseason to bolster a starting rotation that has played nearly every snap the past two seasons.Defensive end Justin Smith, going through a strengthening exercise at 49ers minicamp Wednesday, said his recovery from a torn left triceps is on schedule.After trading down in the second round, the 49ers selected Florida State defensive end Tank Carradine, 6-5, 273 pounds, with the 40th overall pickLineman Quinton Dial (90) is one of several 49ers rookies to agree to contracts on the eve of their first minicamp.Defe…
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(Eds: Corrects spelling to Joani in 4th paragraph. With AP Photos.) By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer The patriarchs of the NFL's first families of quarterbacks and coaches are anything but interfering dads. In fact, Archie Manning and Jack Harbaugh are just as influenced by their successful sons as their boys are by them.
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The Buffalo Bills refuted defensive end Mario Williams' claimthat coordinator Mike Pettine ever used the word ''kill'' indiscussing his philosophy toward defense with his players.
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Frank Gore doesn't see turning 30 as a bad thing, even if it'sthe age when most NFL running backs start to decline.
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If A.J. Jenkins had yet to call his dad on a given day lastseason, he would receive a text asking him to do so.
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(Eds: With AP Photos.) By STEVE REED AP Sports Writer Ted Ginn Jr. has never liked being labeled a ''specialist.''
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Jim Harbaugh has used the recent run of suspensions on thedivision rival Seattle Seahawks for performance-enhancing druginfractions as a reminder to his own San Francisco team: Cheatingwon't be tolerated.
- 8 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 4:21pm -

Following second-round playoff losses in consecutive seasons,Green Bay Packers coach Mike McCarthy has seen a different look tohis team this offseason.
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Defensive tackle Justin Smith, a Pro Bowler the past four seasons, is poised to end his career with the 49ers.
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NEW YORK -- The patriarchs of the NFL's first families of quarterbacks and coaches are anything but interfering dads.
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San Francisco 49ers linebacker NaVorro Bowman lost his father and his coach in 2008, but he still carries them with him.
- 5 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 10:28am -

San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh gets a good look at young receivers at final workout of minicamp.
- 6 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 10:19pm -

Brandon Carswell, just signed by San Francisco 49ers as a free agent, tore ACL in first practice with team
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San Francisco quarterback Colin Kaepernick heard former St. Louis safety Craig Dahl's assertions a day earlier, but says that isn't why Rams couldn't be beaten.
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San Francisco linebacker, a Pro Bowler six times in six years, relying on his smarts more than ever.
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San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore is ready to go, whenever the trainer gives him the go-ahead.
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Oft-injured wide receiver Austin Collie gets a tryout with the San Francisco 49ers.
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Somber workers at the 49ers stadium site began steadily flowing into the job site about 6 a.m. Thursday morning for the first time since a co-worker was killed there Tuesday. Wearing bright yellow and orange vests and hard hats, workers later gathered in the south end zone to mark a moment of silence for Donald White, 63, according to stadium project co-director Jonathan Harvey.
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