Colin Kaepernick is expected to have a sensational season this year, and maybe he will. But all the gushing over him is making me nervous. Life does occasionally throw a sensation party for one of its denizens, true. But there’s usually a trap door somewhere on the podium just waiting for an errant step.
The 49ers have 10 active wide receivers on the roster and 3 more on the PUP or IR. Of the active 10, only one WR is a sure bet to be in the starting lineup come opening day — Anquan Boldin. If the season started tomorrow, the number 2 and 3 WRs would probably be Marlon Moore and Chad Hall — two journey men guys. Sheesh.
Memo to LB Darius Fleming, who just tore the same ACL he tore last year: maybe your knee is trying to tell you something. Like get a desk job while you can still walk. Then again, Jesse Sapolu went on IR in each of his first three years, before settling in as a durable near all pro guard/center, so who knows?
The 49ers haven’t drafted a first round bust since Kentwan Balmer in 2008, but last year’s first rounder, WR AJ Jenkins is well on his way to achieving this dubious distinction. Balmer took his dough then turned into dough. He lasted two years with the 49ers, one year with Seattle, a couple of weeks with the Panthers, and one offseason with the Redskins before disappearing from the NFL in August, 2012.
Jenkins isn’t just disappointing, he’s floundering. His main contribution thus far has been to provide this blog with a lot of “wide open” jokes. HC Jim Harbaugh has fiercely supported him, even chastising reporters who questioned his worth. But it’s beginning to look like the last “wide open” joke for Jenkins will be a description of Harbaugh’s mouth as he bites into the crow sandwich that seems destined to arrive on his platter.
If the first week of TC is any indication, it looks like TE Vernon Davis is poised to have a monster year and give the 49ers their first deep ball, big play threat since mostly forever. Deep threat WRs have never been much in fashion in Ninerland, and they still aren’t, since Davis is a TE. But both Kaepernick and Davis are unique dudes, over the top physical marvels. 2013 could be the year these two form a bond that could etch a place in franchise lore.
I think it is just a ploy. When AJ Jenkins falls on the ground he gets left alone, making him wide open!
And the hits just keep on coming!
Denny
Don’t need a Debbie Downer when you have Denny Downer
Cheer up!
Your life has been chronicled and coming to a local theater soon.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MSrAwfagG4
You wonder why the Oregon Ducks are football powerhouses now?
They have the best facilities
pro or college.
Phil Knight and his Nike money.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/college-football/news/20130731/oregon-ducks-football-performance-center/
I don’t understand why we have such a hard time finding good WR’s. I think the Niners need to find some new scouts who specialize or can spot some real WR talent. I don’t think Crabs was a good pick even though he finally stepped up.
Bullit, Patrick Willis just broke his hand and you want me to cheer up?
Even you can’t put a 😀 on that news.
Healing time is 6 weeks which puts us at the first game. Better now than during the season.
At least with a hand injury conditioning and keeping in shape won’t be a problem.
Only issue is the weight lifting for that arm.
Cheers!
Chris Culliver was just carted off the field w/ a lt. knee injury. He was crying as he left.
Put a 😀 on that one.
You know who would say Culliver had this shit coming? “My Name is Earl.” Karma is a bitch. But that Catalina was one hot Latina. Love her “Jump Around” dance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4glrmcMhKU
Bullit, now that did cheer me up.
Skeebs – nice title, there used to be a short movie called uppers, downers, and all arounders. Probably way outdated now. Injuries will kill any team if they hit hard enough, and I would be lying if I said that I’m sad about Harvin.
After all this doom and gloom news, how bout a little something to make ya laugh. This had me rolling on the floor. Chiefs OC Doug Pederson said Alex Smith is the best QB in the NFL. http://tinyurl.com/kr4n3n4
I want some of what Doug’s drinking. Best QB in the league? Pass me the bottle.
Del- What did you think about when you read this in the article you posted:
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“Smith had become the hottest trade commodity in the league after flourishing two years ago, when he led the 49ers to the NFC Championship Game.”
“49ers believe CB Chris Culliver suffered a torn ACL.”
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That one hurts big time.
WR Austin Collie is signing with the 49ers.
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Mr. Concussion joins the injury plagued team.
“49ers plan to sign WR Lavelle Hawkins, too.”
Let’s hold down the applause, guys.
Alex Smith.
Our two newly signed wideouts suck almost as much as Alex Smith. Almost.
And I want that POS A.J. Jenkins cut tomorrow and sent to Berger’s house. There he can remain wide open in perpetuity.
Del- Tell AJ to bring some BBQ and beer. I’ll make sure the beer gets open!
This is not good news. The team chemistry in the passing game will be tested. It is a good thing Kappy has a rocket arm so he can wait a split second longer than most before throwing. This is from Maiocco:
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Ricardo Lockette, who made it through three practices this week with a right hip-pointer, did not suit up for practice. Six wide receivers on the 49ers’ 90-man camp roster were unavailable to practice. And a seventh, rookie Quinton Patton, is instructed not to catch passes because of an injured middle finger on his left hand.
“… instructed not to catch passes because of an injured middle finger on his left hand.”
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A Del Mar setup if I ever saw one.
Patton can borrow my lt. middle finger. It works just fine. I’ve been using it early and often this entire Niner offseason.
The worst part of that post was 6 WRs on the sideline.
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Yes, I would imagine Del’s middle finger works just fine!
Berger, it’s never a good sign when we’re signing guys off the street with just 5 weeks until Opening Day vs the Pack. I’ll know the Niners are in really deep when they bring you in for a tryout at NT.
Hey, Berger! I know both you and I have consumed the “Hair of the dog” on many of occasions, but have you ever tried “Hoppy hair?” Brewmaster John Maier of Rogue Ales in Newport, Oregon said “wild yeasts” have been used in beer for centuries, so his company’s Beard Beer, made from the yeast of beards, is a traditional brew.
We’ve been drinking Brian Wilson’s beard all along and now he’s a Dodger. We’re nothing but a couple of Bluebeards.
Del- Rogue Brewery makes Dead Guy Ale. It s one of the great beers ever!
“AJ Jenkins made 50-yard TD catch at end of practice.”
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The legend begins.
Skeebers, you neglected to mention that catch came vs a “scout team” look and the D only played half-ass.
Hopefully A.J. kept the ball and has it bronzed. First and only TD as a Pro.
http://youtu.be/e4E0AXU2myM
It appears AJ Jenkins is Del’s new Alex Smith!
This is from Barrows:
Jenkins had the most prolific afternoon of that group. He caught four of the six passes that went his way during 11-on-11 and team drills, including a 70-yard bomb from Colt McCoy at the end of practice. Jenkins beat undrafted cornerback Lowell Rose on the play.
The legend grows.
RIP Art Donovan. He was one of the great story tellers in NFL history, not to mention a HOF player.
That Colt D-line of the late 50s was nothing to screw around with. Next to Donovan they had Big Daddy Lipscomb in the middle, who was even bigger and maybe even better than Fat Art until he OD’ed on smack in ’63. At left end they had ex-USF star Gino Marchetti, who is in the conversation for best DE of all time. Deacon Jones considered Marchetti, “Perfect… the only perfect defensive end.”
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