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3 Observations from the 49ers/Texans Game

September 4, 2015August 19, 2015 by mtascavage

49ers Football is back! As the game unfolded, there were definitely expectations for the starters and what it ultimately boils down to is, everyone who cheers for the 49ers wants to see quality football and a win.

Last Saturday’s game did not feature a high-powered offense or a stifling defense, but that was not the goal. Coach Jim Tomsula did not game plan to beat the Texans, but rather, was looking to evaluate the second and third strings.

Here are three observations or take-aways from the first preseason game:

The Three Most Important Training Camp Battles

August 18, 2015July 24, 2015 by mtascavage

As training camp looms near for the San Francisco 49ers, there are going to be several excellent position battles. Here are the three most important:

1) Right side of the offensive line

Candidates – Alex Boone, Marcus Martin, Joe Looney, Brandon Thomas, Trenton Brown and Erik Pears

With the surprising retirement of Anthony Davis, the right tackle position is now up for grabs and fortunately for the Niners, there are a couple good candidates to take the job.

The most likely replacement for Davis is veteran Erik Pears, the 49ers’ free agent pickup this offseason.