Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images Day 1 of the 49ers practice saw glowing reviews for second-year wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. He was the recipient of two big plays from both Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance. As most coaches do, Kyle Shanahan wanted to pump the brakes on Aiyuk’s hype train, citing that it was only the first day: “I mean, it was day one, so I’ll have a … [Read more...] about Shanahan, Garoppolo, Deebo, all impressed with Brandon Aiyuk’s first day of practice
Archives for July 2021
Gold Standard: Is the QB job Jimmy’s to lose or Trey’s to win?
Shanahan hasn’t exactly shed a lot of light on that subject Even just days into training camp, it’s apparent how much the quarterback battle will dominate the 49ers news cycle. So far, in two press conferences with the media, Kyle Shanahan has been asked 14 questions about Jimmy Garoppolo and/or Trey Lance. Considering how much more on-field work is to come, this isn’t going … [Read more...] about Gold Standard: Is the QB job Jimmy’s to lose or Trey’s to win?
Bosa expects to be ready by Week 1: I’m moving better than I ever have
Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images Bosa said he has not made a decision on whether he’ll get vaccinated or not Nick Bosa looks lean, and it shows in his movements. Bosa told the media on Thursday that he’s down to 260 pounds after playing around 263-265 pounds previously. Bosa went as far as to say that he wishes he could redo his combine drills because “I’m moving better … [Read more...] about Bosa expects to be ready by Week 1: I’m moving better than I ever have
Minor League round up, July 28
Shortstop Marco Luciano returned to the lineup and hit his league-best 17th home run for Low-A San Jose | Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images A round up of the San Francisco Giants Minor League affiliates. Just three games for the San Francisco Giants affiliates on Wednesday, as it was a day off for AAA Sacramento, as well as both Arizona Complex League teams, and … [Read more...] about Minor League round up, July 28
Giants DFA Mike Tauchman, activate Brandon Crawford
Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images Aaron Sanchez is also back. The Mike Tauchman era is over for the San Francisco Giants. Ahead of Thursday’s finale against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Giants designated the outfielder for assignment. The move was made to make room on the roster for shortstop Brandon Crawford, who returns off the 10-day Injured List. The Giants also … [Read more...] about Giants DFA Mike Tauchman, activate Brandon Crawford