Around the NFC West: Rams' man with plan
Mike Sando, NFC West...Haslett expects fans to cheer loudly for Bruce. John Crumpacker of the San Francisco Chronicle says Alex Smith wants to prove skeptics wrong after four difficult seasons with the 49ers. Also from Crumpacker: Bruce...
Blog | December 18, 2008Around the NFC West: Boldin resting injury
Mike Sando, NFC West...so I could pursue my career." Matt Maiocco of the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat says quarterback Alex Smith is "absolutely" willing to consider a reduced salary if it means returning to the 49ers next...
Blog | December 17, 2008Mailbag: Hill leads division QBs on third down
Mike Sando, NFC WestRank on Third Down Quarterback Team Rating 1 Drew Brees NO 119.3 2 Tony Romo DAL 108.0 3 Philip Rivers SD 106.7 4 Aaron Rodgers GB 98....
Blog | December 13, 2008Mailbag: No respect for Cardinals?
Mike Sando, NFC WestPosted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando Branden from Scottsdale writes: Sando- With the Cards clinching the division many in the media believe it is the Cardi...
Blog | December 12, 2008Mailbag: Reassessing strength of schedule
Mike Sando, NFC WestPosted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando Kenny from Phoenix writes: I was looking back at the Cardinals' schedule and it has been tougher than anyone thought ...
Blog | December 11, 2008Mailbag: High stakes for Cardinals
Mike Sando, NFC West...used the pick well, would they then inadvertently sabotage that player with their incompetence , a la Alex Smith? I'll take the wins and hope the scouting department can do what they're paid...
Blog | December 07, 2008Mailbag: 49ers' coaching options
Mike Sando, NFC West...Nolan when Mike McCarthy and Norv Turner left unexpectedly at the expense of continuity and quarterback Alex Smith. Mike from Albany, N.Y., writes: To be upfront I'm a Jet fan. Jets at...
Blog | December 06, 200812-game checkup painful for some
Mike Sando, NFC West...Gorin, tackle Rob Petitti.49ers (6): tackle Jonas Jennings, cornerback Shawntae Spencer, fullback Zak Keasey, quarterback Alex Smith, linebacker Jay Moore, tackle Damane Duckett.Cardinals (2): linebacker Ali Highsmith, guard Scott Peters. Note that...
Blog | December 04, 2008Evening roundup: Baker's back and more
Pat Yasinskas, NFC South...knee) wouldn't have practiced and quarterback Brian Griese (elbow), receiver Ike Hilliard (shoulder), tight end Alex Smith (ankle) and defensive end Gaines Adams (hip) would have participated on a limited basis. The Bucs...
Blog | December 03, 2008Spencer sixth casualty from 2005 first round
Mike Sando, NFC West...six, with overall choice in parentheses and a look at each player's projected future: (1) Alex Smith, QB, 49ers. Shoulder problems and frequent coordinator changes haven't given him much of a chance...
Blog | December 03, 2008Mailbag: Seeking solutions for Seahawks
Mike Sando, NFC West...I've been skeptical from the beginning. That won't change until I hear something beyond speculation. Alex from Seattle writes: Hi Mike, Let's talk Hasselbeck... With all his injuries and a team falling...
Blog | December 03, 2008Phillips, Smith return to Tampa Bay lineup
Pat Yasinskas, NFC South...look a lot healthier than they have in recent weeks. Safety Jermaine Phillips and tight end Alex Smith are both active for today's game after missing time with injuries. Phillips is expected to...
Blog | November 30, 2008Mailbag: Reassessing the Cardinals
Mike Sando, NFC WestPosted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando Jason from Greeley, Colo., writes: So, I was going to write you about why the Cards fell out of the top 10 in the powe...
Blog | November 29, 2008Bush, Phillips expected to return Sunday
Pat Yasinskas, NFC South...right back into his role as the starting strong safety. Quarterback Brian Griese and tight end Alex Smith are questionable. The Bucs also added guard Aaron Sears to the injury report with an "illness...
Blog | November 28, 2008Around the NFC South
Pat Yasinskas, NFC South...Saints. If he does, that would send Sabby Piscitelli back to the bench. Also, tight end Alex Smith is making progress in his recovery from an ankle injury and might be available Sunday. FALCONS...
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