Around the NFC West: Haslett's future
Mike Sando, NFC West...ll finally get extensive work now that Frank Gore is injured. Also from Brown: Niners linebacker Patrick Willis appreciates the team's new approach to offense. San Francisco possessed the ball for nearly 40...
Blog | December 14, 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, 2008Around the NFC West: 49ers let Bryant get away
Mike Sando, NFC West...Wildcat offense, which the Dolphins have used to score eight touchdowns this season. Also from Mauck: Patrick Willis and Takeo Spikes vouch for nose tackle Aubrayo Frankllin. Clare Farnsworth of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer...
Blog | December 13, 2008NFL determines Willis' big hit within rules
Mike Sando, NFC WestPosted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando Pro Bowl linebacker Patrick Willis will face no fine for the hit that knocked Jets receiver Brad Smith from the game...
Blog | December 12, 2008Late push sends Boldin past Redskins' Moss
Mike Sando, NFC West...Drew Brees and Eli Manning.Receiver: Fitzgerald was first, followed by Boldin.Inside linebacker: The 49ers' Patrick Willis was fourth behind London Fletcher, Brian Urlacher, and Antonio Pierce. Zach Thomas was fifth.Strong safety...
Blog | December 11, 2008Chat wrap: Fan wants Dansby over Willis
Mike Sando, NFC West...I'll hit on a few highlights: Mike (az): While i am a big admirer of patrick willis, he has not had nearly as good a year as karlos. Whether its the defense as...
Blog | December 11, 2008Around the NFC West: Rams candidates
Mike Sando, NFC West...Joey Porter. Matt Maiocco of the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat checks in with Franklin and linebacker Patrick Willis, key players in the 49ers' defense. Willis thinks he has improved since last season even though...
Blog | December 11, 2008Willis punishes linemen and receivers alike
Mike Sando, NFC West...front and back, buckle your chinstrap, bite down on your mouthguard and call for the trainer. Patrick Willis is about to annihilate you. Willis Apologies to the New York Jets for failing to pass...
Blog | December 10, 2008Around the NFC West: Support for coach, QB
Mike Sando, NFC West...Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee wonders if the 49ers will place more than one player -- Patrick Willis -- in the Pro Bowl this season. Also from Barrows: Davis says he frustrated Jets defensive end...
Blog | December 09, 2008Mailbag: High stakes for Cardinals
Mike Sando, NFC West...that they would even use the pick well. Would they get a Vernon Davis or a Patrick Willis? Even if they used the pick well, would they then inadvertently sabotage that player with their...
Blog | December 07, 2008More evidence for Willis' Pro Bowl cause
Mike Sando, NFC West...39 (Week 8), Cardinals 46 (Week 10) and Cowboys 74. I'm thinking this should strengthen Patrick Willis' case for the Pro Bowl
Blog | December 04, 2008Around the NFC West: Branch trade a lose-lose
Mike Sando, NFC West...makes the case for Karlos Dansby. The issue always becomes: who gets left off. Brian Urlacher? Patrick Willis? Antonio Pierce? Bill Coats of Around the Horns says Chris Draft could be back in the...
Blog | December 03, 2008Fitzgerald climbs in Pro Bowl voting
Mike Sando, NFC West...and Manning. Receiver: Fitzgerald remains first and teammate Anquan Boldin remains third. Inside linebacker: The 49ers' Patrick Willis remains fourth behind London Fletcher, Brian Urlacher and Antonio Pierce. Strong safety: The Cardinals' Adrian Wilson...
Blog | December 02, 200849ers: 'Play the young guys! Wait, we already are'
Mike Sando, NFC West...Brown has played in the nickel and performed to expectations. Also a good specialt-teams player.Patrick Willis, LB, 23: Pro Bowl inside linebacker enjoying another strong season.Cody Wallace, OL, 24: Rookie probably...
Blog | December 02, 2008Mailbag: 49ers and draft position
Mike Sando, NFC West...t rushing to move into the higher-priced picks. Two, the 49ers need an impact player. Patrick Willis is the best player on the 49ers' defense. The 49ers drafted him with the 11th overall...
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