Niners Nation Q&A

I think it’s possible he does, but it’s something we’ll find out in the next 7 weeks. The players seem to have responded to his tactics, which is a big thing for a head coach. Although there is plenty of administrative stuff to deal with, I think having the players buy into the team concept is one of the biggest roles of a head coach.

I think the red zone issues from Monday are something that will be worked out as he gains experience. Singletary was never a coordinator so I think he has a lot to learn about given situations. Of course, being the main guy in those Bear defenses gives him help on that side of the ball.

In spite of his headline grabbing performances so far, we still don’t really know what Singletary brings to the table. Last week was a big game b/c it was his first real game with a chance to implement his own stuff (the Seattle game was the remnants of Nolan). This week we’ll learn if he can get the team up after a crushing loss. It’s almost like every week will bring a new lesson.

I won’t say pity because I don’t think pity is allowed when your own team is equally awful. I won’t say I root for the Rams, but I would like to see both teams climb back to a point where it’s a real rivalry again. Although if the 49ers turned things around and the Rams remained awful I wouldn’t be entirely disappointed! I think signing Bruce would have been crazier in the past. Now that both teams are bad it doesn’t bring quite the same intrigue. I was at the 49ers-Pats game and hearing the Bruuuuuce chant as a cheer is still kind of weird.

The team spent several years transitioning from the 4-3 to the 3-4, but there’s a good chance you’ll see a solid mix of 4-3 in the defense. The pass rush has been brutal, but Justin Smith has been worth every penny. He plays multiple positions and has been all over the field making plays, even if the sack and tackle totals don’t reflect it. Patrick Willis remains solid, but his numbers are down in part because guys like Takeo Spikes are making plays. Spikes has been a bright spot given how late he was added and how little he’s making.

The softest spot is either the pass rush or Walt Harris. Harris has really struggled and I’d imagine a guy like Donnie Avery can dominate him.

I’d be rid of a few players.. (if that is what your question means. I’m tired and could be totally off here.)

1. Release RT Jonas Jennings. The guy is useless. Always will be.
2. Release HB DeShaun Foster. He’s not bad, but there’s better choices. Hello HB Thomas Clayton.
3. Release CB Walt Harris. I don’t know. I like the guy but he’s not executing.
4. Release ROLB Parys Harlson or whatever his name is. I just don’t like him, simple as that.
5. Release LE Ray McDonald. Meh. I don’t even think I have reasoning here. >_>

1. Jonas Jennings: I think most 49ers would agree on this one
2. DeShaun Foster: He really has done nothing for this team (11 rushes for 26 yards). I agree with Ninjames, that Thomas Clayton deserves the call-up from the practice squad.
3. Walt Harris: He’s running on fumes. We’ve got young talent and I’d love to see them get some PT over him
4. Mark Roman: I’d actually rather just bump him down the depth chart and plug in Dashon Goldson as the starting free safety
5. Aubrayo Franklin: If the 49ers are determined to stick with the 3-4, I hope they can find a big ole load of a nose tackle to fill the middle. Franklin is no better than a backup.

1.release jonas jennings-because well he gets injured to often
2.release Billy Bajema-possibly the worst tight end in the game
3.release-Walt Harris-he should just retire and say he had a good career
4.release-JT O’sulavin-do i need a reason
5.release-Mark Roman- not our best safety