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NFC West draft watch: Quarterbacks

Mike Sando, NFC West

...Very mobile, very strong arm. He made some strides under Steve Sarkisian. I personally believe he would benefit as a football player from going back to Washington for another year, but that probably will not...

Blog | November 27, 2009

How I See It: NFC West Stock Watch

Mike Sando, NFC West

...0 when Leinart has been in the game for Arizona this season. I'm sure Leinart would benefit from taking more reps in practice and playing full games, but this is Leinart's fourth season...

Blog | November 24, 2009

Mailbag: Debating the Seahawks' future

Mike Sando, NFC West

Scott from Roseville, Calif., writes: What is your gut on Tim Ruskell's status? My gut is no matter what others may think, if Ruskell is not given ano...

Blog | November 20, 2009

Around the NFC West: 49ers vs. Packers

Mike Sando, NFC West

...Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee passes along Mike McCarthy's thoughts on Smith. McCarthy: "You clearly benefit from sitting back just from a pure quarterbacks position, but probably the bigger question if you're...

Blog | November 19, 2009

Did another Bears player throw a punch?

Mike Sando, NFC West

...and appealed to an official, but there was no call. It's important to give Anderson the benefit of the doubt here. We know the Bears' defensive linemen hold themselves to a higher standard. None...

Blog | November 13, 2009

Mailbag: Mismanaging Seattle runners?

Mike Sando, NFC West

Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando Michael from Charlotte writes: Enjoy your blog when time permits. Much thanks. Regarding Edgerrin James, I am not s...

Blog | November 05, 2009

What Raye and the 49ers were thinking

Mike Sando, NFC West

Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando What in the world was 49ers offensive coordinator Jimmy Raye thinking Sunday and what does it mean for the team's i...

Blog | November 04, 2009

Mailbag: 49ers not a playoff-caliber team?

Mike Sando, NFC West

Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando Johnny from Ft. Knox, Ky., writes: Sando, you said it, not me. Just remember you said the 49ers are not a champions...

Blog | October 31, 2009

Around the NFC West: Walter Jones' future

Mike Sando, NFC West

...Mike Sando Dave Boling of the Tacoma News Tribune says Seahawks tackle Walter Jones has earned the benefit of the doubt if he wants to continue playing next season. Boling: "When he arrived in 1997...

Blog | October 29, 2009

49ers' situation at tackle appears dicey

Mike Sando, NFC West

...prominent option at right guard. Rachal has struggled badly this season. Coach Mike Singletary suggested Rachal might benefit from playing a little looser instead of worrying about making mistakes. It's tough to stop worrying...

Blog | October 27, 2009

Around the NFC West: Cardinals' defense rises

Mike Sando, NFC West

...are a combined 7-24. In this bizarre NFL season riddled with have-nots, the Cardinals will benefit from having the 0-7 Rams on their schedule twice and the 0-6 Titans and 1...

Blog | October 27, 2009

Thoughts as Limbaugh story nears possible close

Mike Sando, NFC West

...the Rams' next owner, why deal with those reactions if it's not necessary? There's no benefit. Limbaugh had to know his presence as a potential limited partner would draw a strong reaction from...

Blog | October 14, 2009

Around the NFC West: Rams missed on QB?

Mike Sando, NFC West

...first year of a rebuilding project might have made the Rams worse elsewhere. The overall long-term benefit still might have made drafting the right quarterback worthwhile, but I can certainly see why an organization...

Blog | October 05, 2009

Soaking up the scenery in Week 4

Mike Sando, NFC West

Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando SAN FRANCISCO -- Getting to the stadium early has its benefits. This scenic shot outside Candlestick Park might be a little misleading. The view inside is quite a...

Blog | October 04, 2009

Personnel report: Rams befriend 'Tiger'

Mike Sando, NFC West

...with fullback Mike Karney. Jackson was thrilled when the Rams signed Karney because he knew the potential benefits in the run game. Putting Karney on the field with Jackson usually comes at the expense of...

Blog | October 01, 2009