Official: 49ers 2012-2013 Season Thread!
01-21-2013, 12:18 PM
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Another note, the 49ers attacked the differently on the option. Whih was impressive to me. Most of the time we've see the pistols or RB go inside and Kaep reads and goes outside. This time, which was the most apparent on the LMJ Td, the sweeper got a running head start and went outside and Kaep fakes inside. So that burst of speed really surprised the Falcons. Just adds another dimension of the option. I'm still waiting to see Kaep keep one of those and run opposite direction. Usually it's a fake middle, run left or right. This time it was run right fake mid. I can't wait to see them fake right and run left.
But when you've got LB's like Balt has... I don't think they'll do too much of that.
They'd be wise to use a more traditional running game with an outside options scattered in. Going up the middle seems like a bad idea. I think 52 is gonna be sitting on 7 all day because he can. Ed Reed can handle the pressure deeper.
But I do foresee them figuring out how to get Kaep into the secondary as often as possible.
01-21-2013, 09:49 PM
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There was one point after the first 2 series that were both 3 and outs. It looked like Frank was talkin' to Coach. Then the next series, the biggest series, after the 49ers were down 17-0, they ran the ball like 4 of the first 5 plays to Gore. Eventually it turned into a score, but I like the mentality that Gore wanted the rock to get that critical first down.
01-21-2013, 11:17 PM
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First, no replacement. We will do or die with Akers. Second, if Akers drilled it right over th upright, it's counted as good. Last, I think that final drive after brooks or whoever landed on Ryan really gave us the win because Ryan was hurt. Playing with a sprained/separated shoulder. Couldn't even heave the ball for a Hail Mary. In addition, made Ryan more weary when they were at the 16 yard line.
A Smith needs some big sacks in the Super Bowl, kinda fell off the map. I know that we see him get hits and hurries. But not enough IMO. 49ers pass rush got exposed. That's why the WRs were runnin all over the game.
One big moment in the game. After Crabtree turns it over. Rogers solo tackles Gonzales and pushes him out. Hard feat against a tight end of his caliber. Forced a punt.
A Smith needs some big sacks in the Super Bowl, kinda fell off the map. I know that we see him get hits and hurries. But not enough IMO. 49ers pass rush got exposed. That's why the WRs were runnin all over the game.
One big moment in the game. After Crabtree turns it over. Rogers solo tackles Gonzales and pushes him out. Hard feat against a tight end of his caliber. Forced a punt.
I'm hoping they figure out some positive reinforcement techniques so he gets his mojo back. I felt so bad for him on Sunday as he sat at the end of the bench like he was a leper.
Yes, Matty Ice's shoulder injury played a significant part in securing the win. I hate to see a guy go down, but I was just grateful that Ryan didn't pull a Matthew Stafford (game-winning TD pass w/ separated non-throwing shoulder) from a few seasons ago.
We better see the Smith "brothers" getting their sack on.
As you said, hits & hurries aren't good enough. Not w/ BAL's pass catching threats. Otherwise we'll see a repeat aerial attack like ATL put on 'em.OMG! Carlos Rogers' denying Gonzalez the 1st down was HUGE! I told my nephew that that stop was a big time play. That was among those handful of individual battles that made the difference between going to The Big Dance and goin' fishin'.
01-21-2013, 11:23 PM
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There was one point after the first 2 series that were both 3 and outs. It looked like Frank was talkin' to Coach. Then the next series, the biggest series, after the 49ers were down 17-0, they ran the ball like 4 of the first 5 plays to Gore. Eventually it turned into a score, but I like the mentality that Gore wanted the rock to get that critical first down.
I love his attitude. He's probably the one player I'm most happy for.
01-21-2013, 11:45 PM
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So I guess I can start a new trend...
Last time the 49ers were at the Superbowl, I was in the 5th grade watching it at my friend's house.
01-22-2013, 01:39 PM
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GO NINERS!!!
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Thanks I'll look into that. Yeah originally I was thinking about going to NO for the game but after finding out it's going to be $4k+ PLUS the ticket cost I was like mehhhhh
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Frank Gore of San Francisco 49ers reportedly fined - NFL.com
San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore is headed to his first Super Bowl after eight seasons as one of the most underrated players in the entire NFL.
Gore will make a little extra money from reaching the big game, and he'll celebrate that by spending a little extra money on his uniform. ESPN reported Wednesday that Gore was fined $10,500 by the NFL for wearing his socks too low during the 49ers' victory over the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday.
I've reached out to the league for confirmation, but have not heard back yet. Meanwhile, I've made the executive decision to not walk by Commissioner Roger Goodell's office today because I wore black ankle socks to work.
San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore is headed to his first Super Bowl after eight seasons as one of the most underrated players in the entire NFL.
Gore will make a little extra money from reaching the big game, and he'll celebrate that by spending a little extra money on his uniform. ESPN reported Wednesday that Gore was fined $10,500 by the NFL for wearing his socks too low during the 49ers' victory over the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday.
I've reached out to the league for confirmation, but have not heard back yet. Meanwhile, I've made the executive decision to not walk by Commissioner Roger Goodell's office today because I wore black ankle socks to work.
