Blogs

Weather Advisory for Bucs Game

The recent rain/thunder storms have caused flooding on some of the roads surrounding Candlestick Park and inside some of the facility’s parking lots.

We are encouraging fans attending tomorrow’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to carpool and take public transportation to alleviate some of the congestion.

For information on public transit please visit 49ersExperience.com or dial 877 494-9377.

For muni, visit sfmuni.com or dial 511.

Ask Teddy Football: Week 11

Have a 49ers question for team broadcaster Ted Robinson? Leave it in the comments section of this blog post or on our official Twitter page and it could be selected in our weekly “Teddy Football Q&A.” Robinson will answer your questions prior to the 49ers home contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Read more »

Gold Rush and Sourdough Sam on TV

Lindsey from the Gold Rush and Sourdough Sam will appear on Thursday night’s episode of “Don’t Forget the Lyrics!” The show will air on VH1 at 7 p.m. PT, and all 49ers Faithful should tune in and cheer them on.

In “Don’t Forget the Lyrics!” contestants are prompted to complete song lyrics for increasing amounts of money. After each correct answer, the contestant can continue playing, risking what they have already earned, or quit the game and take home the money.

Lindsey and Sourdough Sam will be competing for charity.

49ers Sign K Shane Andrus

After trying out Wednesday morning with two other kickers, K Shane Andrus was signed by the 49ers to a one-year contract. Andrus will step in for 15-year veteran Joe Nedney, who injured his right knee last week against St. Louis. MRI results showed a right knee strain and a bone bruise. Nedney is out this week and will be reevaluated next week.

Read more »

On the Phone with Morris and Freeman

Raheem Morris had nothing but praise for Troy Smith.

After all, Morris is one of just two current NFL head coaches Smith has won games for. The other will be lined up across from Morris on Sunday afternoon.

Read more »

Ricky Jean Francois Visits AT&T Park

Although defensive tackle Ricky Jean Francois is far from his Miami home during the season, he’s done quite well acclimating himself in the Bay Area.

In his second year with the 49ers, Jean Francois has been making strides on and off the field. He already has set career highs this year with 11 tackles 1.0 sack and a forced fumble. And on Tuesday, the 6-foot-3, 295-pounder traveled to the home of the World Champion San Francisco Giants to gain perspective on another professional sport.

Read more »

49ers-Rams to be Replayed on NFL Network

Want to relive the 49ers 23-20 overtime win over the St. Louis Rams? Then be sure to check out the NFL Network’s NFL Replay of the game Wednesday night at 5:00 p.m. PT.

Read more »

49ers Waive WR Hill

The 49ers announced Tuesday morning that they have waived WR Jason Hill. The third-round selection by the 49ers in the 2007 NFL Draft registered 40 receptions for 413 yards and four touchdowns in 34 games (two starts) during his four-year stint with the team.

Monday’s Locker Room Talk: Nov. 15

“Well, as of right now, Smith will be the starter,” Mike Singletary said with a chuckle at the start of his Monday press conference. “We’re going to go with Troy.”

There’s pretty much all the talk you need to hear to understand the theme of Monday’s locker room availability. Troy Smith will be the 49ers starting quarterback this Sunday when the 49ers host the 6-3 Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Read more »

Instant Analysis: 49ers 23 – Rams 20

The 49ers persevered, overcoming injuries and a seven-point defecit en route to a 23-20 overtime win over the St. Louis Rams who began the day tied for the lead in the NFC West.

Joe Nedney injured his right knee on the opening kickoff and there were a host of injuries on the offensive line.  First, Adam Snyder went down with a sprained shoulder so when Anthony Davis had to leave the game for one play, Tony Wragge came in at right tackle.  Then, Joe Staley went down and was carted off the field with a leg injury.  Wragge again came in and held down the fort at left tackle for the majority of the rest of the game.

“I’ve never played left tackle in a game,” said Wragge.  ”I practiced it, maybe eight or nine years ago, but I’ve never played left tackle in a game.  That’s my role, which is be a multiple position guy and come in and contribute.”

Read more »