Around the NFC West: Dockett's demands
Mike Sando, NFC West...at Indy). I would still suggest the Seahawks have the advantage at quarterback, although the Niners' Alex Smith (84.7) currently has a better passer rating than Matt Hasselbeck (81.0)." Danny O'Neil...
Blog | December 06, 2009Mailbag: Key questions on Holmgren
Mike Sando, NFC WestKevin from Vancouver, B.C., writes: Sorry I couldn't make it to your chat Friday, but I wanted to ask you this: Doesn't it seem like everything is lin...
Blog | December 05, 2009Chat wrap: 49ers fans have hope
Mike Sando, NFC West...in key spots. I think a lot of it comes down to what we see from Alex Smith over the final five games. So far, not so bad. It's important for this organization...
Blog | December 04, 2009Time to tempt the Sports Gods
Bill Simmons, ESPN.comIt's been too long since his last NFL power poll, and a lot has changed. Bill ranks all 32 teams.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 200910 Spot: Attention, shoppers
Adam Schefter, ESPN.comHere are some of the names that will likely be on several shopping lists when teams start looking for head coaches, writes Adam Schefter.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Harper emerges
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe emergence of strong safety Roman Harper is a big part of the Saints' much-improved defense, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009
Crossroads game for 49ers at Seattle
Mike Sando, NFC West...49ers. The pressure is on them, not on a Seattle team going nowhere this season. Is Alex Smith ready to claim his first road victory as a starter since a Week 2 game against...
Blog | December 03, 2009Should the 49ers trade Frank Gore?
Mike Sando, NFC West...idea San Francisco should commit to a spread passing game as its primary offense because quarterback Alex Smith seems more comfortable that way. Kirby Lee/US PresswireIf the 49ers switch to a spread offense...
Blog | December 02, 2009Clayton: Inside the Huddle
SportsCenter...Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images Mike Singletary proved he'll listen to his players when he let Alex Smith work out of the shotgun formation 25 times in the first half of Sunday's victory...
Blog | December 02, 2009No play-action despite Rams' Jackson
Mike Sando, NFC West...3 2 81.4 31 Carson Palmer, CIN 34 59 413 2 1 83.5 30 Alex Smith, SF 9 17 76 1 0 84.4
Blog | December 02, 2009Around the NFC West: Rams draft plans
Mike Sando, NFC WestJim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch isn't convinced the Rams will draft a quarterback in the first round. Thomas: "I reserve the right to chang...
Blog | December 02, 2009Scout Team: The backup QB myth
Scott Burton, ESPN The MagazineFear not, Larry Fitzgerald owners, starting QB injuries don't necessarily spell doom for elite fantasy wideouts. Scott Burton explains why before figuring firing up Insider's Fantasy Scout tool for some unapologetic analysis of Week 13 and beyond.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009
Brees, Peyton top Week 13 QBs
Fantasy staff, ESPN.comFantasy football quarterback rankings for Week 13.
Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009How I See It: NFC West Stock Watch
Mike Sando, NFC West...following Marc Bulger's injury also contributed to the Rams' problems in that department). Rising 1. Alex Smith, 49ers QB. The fifth-year quarterback stood out as a primary reason for the 49ers' success...
Blog | December 01, 2009