Camp Confidential: Niners patiently waiting for QB to emerge
Mike Sando, ESPN.comAlex Smith is a former No. 1 pick, but he doesn't appear to have much of an edge over Shaun Hill in the 49ers' QB derby, writes Mike Sando.
Story | Conversation | July 31, 2008Pool of quality QBs extremely shallow
Mike Sando, ESPN.comIf every team could have a Peyton Manning or Tom Brady-type quarterback, there would be no complaints. But with an expanding league and lack of proven free agents, the pool of quality quarterbacks is shrinking, writes Mike Sando.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 20082000-07 first-round safety zone: Guard, center, linebacker
Mike Sando, ESPN.comNo scouting, research or background check can predict which draft pick won't pan out in the NFL. ESPN.com's Mike Sando breaks down the draft trends of the past eight years.
Story | Conversation | April 21, 200849ers depending on Martz to rejuvenate offense
Mike Sando, ESPN.comWithout adding a long-term starter on offense in free agency, the 49ers are counting on new offensive coordinator Mike Martz for improvement, writes Mike Sando.
Story | Conversation | March 05, 2008Observation deck: Beware the Redskins, who defy the odds
Mike Sando, ESPN.comAs the regular season came to a close with a few notable performances throughout the league, hail the Redskins. They have all the traits of a team that should be home watching the playoffs, and yet they claimed the NFC's No. 6 seed.
Story | Conversation | December 30, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "patrick o" make the list?