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  1. Sourdough Sam

    49ers Morning Report: Jimmie Ward Looks to Elevate Play in 2020, Arik Armstead Evaluates Javon Kinlaw, Deebo Samuel Shares Year 2 Goals

    On March 24, the 49ers re-signed Jimmie Ward to a three-year deal. Following the signing, John Lynch said of Ward, "His no-nonsense passion for the game amplifies his special physical abilities, while also setting a tone for our defense. This extension allows Jimmie to continue to grow in our...
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    Jimmie Ward Credits 'Mamba Mentality' for his Pursuit of Elevated Play in 2020

    The 49ers have long displayed their confidence in safety Jimmie Ward, and in return, he's managed to prove his value. Certainly, the 49ers want to reward good players, and in particular, keep them a part of the organization as long as financially possible. The 49ers managed to re-sign Ward to...
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    Deebo Samuel Takes Guidance from Former 49ers Wideout and Aids Brandon Aiyuk's NFL Transition

    The impact of veteran leadership is invaluable to an NFL locker room, especially during a modified offseason as such. The 49ers have witnessed first-hand the effects Joe Staley, Richard Sherman, Jimmy Garoppolo and others have had on the camaraderie of a team. During his short stint in San...
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    49ers Morning Report: Jimmie Ward Previews Defense in 2020, Azeez Al-Shaair Shares Advice to NFL Rookies, Tom Compton on Reuniting with Trent Williams

    Jimmie Ward discussed his decision to stay in San Francisco during free agency and previewed the team's "loaded" defense heading into the 2020 season. The 49ers re-signed Ward to a three-year deal in March, securing the defensive back for the foreseeable future. Throughout his six-year career...
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    Azeez Al-Shaair Offers Sound Advice to 2020 Rookie Class Through Personal Hardships in Road to the NFL

    Al-Shaair is all too familiar with the challenges of not just adjusting, but making it to the NFL. A kid who is accustomed to overcoming obstacles understood it would be a challenging road to finding his way on an NFL roster. Al-Shaair was undrafted out of Florida Atlantic University and managed...
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    49ers Morning Report: Players Call Team's 'Continuity' an Asset, Cooking Pasta with Solly, a Recipe from the Team Dietitian

    During video conferences with media last week, Fred Warner and Laken Tomlinson emphasized the advantage of keeping the team's 2019 roster mostly intact. The 49ers retained 18 of their 22 starters, which alleviates the stresses of getting new players and coaches familiar with San Francisco's...
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    Niners Nutrition: Hearty Black Beans and Rice by 49ers Dietitian Jordan Mazur

    Hearty Black Beans and Rice This fast and easy recipe is rich, filling, flavorful, and very inexpensive. It requires very basic cooking skills, can be easily modified and offers flexitarian options. It's an easy vegan meal, but you can add other ingredients to make it your own, like meat...
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    Stability and 'Continuity' Are Assets for 49ers Amid Unorthodox Offseason

    All clubs are dealing with their share of challenges while navigating the foreignness of distant offseasons amid the Coronavirus pandemic. Whether it be new head coaches building a team from afar, rookies transitioning into the NFL, veteran players adapting to a new organization or players...
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    49ers Morning Report: Players Discuss 2020 Schedule, Laken Tomlinson Talks O-line Changes, NBC Bay Area's Ultimate Draft

    NBC Bay Area Debuts "49ers Ultimate Draft" The voice of the 49ers, Greg Papa, is taking on NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers Insider Matt Maiocco in the "49ers Ultimate Draft". During a snake draft, both chose a squad full of legends from the past and players from today. Follow along on nbcsports.com...
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    49ers Morning Report: Fred Warner Talks 49ers Linebackers, Storytime with Arik Armstead, 2020 Printable Schedule

    On a video call with media on Friday, Fred Warner discussed the tone of the 49ers linebackers room. The group will have an "advantage" over last season as the unit is staying mostly intact and Warner sees this as a way for the linebacking corps to "play faster" in 2020. During the 2019 season...
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    49ers Anuncian el Calendario 2020

    Los San Francisco 49ers han anunciado las fechas y horarios para su temporada regular 2020 así como sus oponentes de pre temporada. Esta temporada, los 49ers se enfrentarán a las divisiones de NFC East y AFC East en sus encuentros programados con otras divisiones mientras continuarán...
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    Kyle Shanahan Reveals Initial Reactions to the 49ers 2020 Schedule

    If you look at the San Francisco 49ers 2020 schedule, it's by no means a "cakewalk." San Francisco owns the fourth-toughest strength of schedule that includes NFC East and AFC East opponents, and the 2019 division-leading Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints, all while continuing their...
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    49ers Morning Report: All Things 2020 Schedule

    49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan joined NFL Network's Schedule Release '20 to discuss the team's 2020 schedule. While on the show, Shanahan shared the mistake he made in the past evaluating late season games and tough stretches in the schedule saying "I used to do that a lot when I first got into...
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    Game-by-Game Notes on the 49ers 2020 Schedule

    The San Francisco 49ers have announced their 2020 regular season schedule as well as the opponents and date ranges for the team's four preseason games. The 49ers will face the NFC East and AFC East in cross-divisional play while continuing to battle their NFC West opponents twice a year. San...
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    12 Observations from 49ers 2020 NFL Schedule

    The San Francisco 49ers have announced the dates and times for their 2020 regular season schedule, as well as their four preseason opponents. This season, the 49ers will face the NFC East and AFC East in cross-divisional play while continuing to battle their NFC West opponents twice a year...
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    49ers Morning Report: Nick Bosa and Travis Benjamin Call In, George Kittle Participates in The Real Heroes Project

    On a call with media, Travis Benjamin discussed joining the 49ers wide receiving corps and shared why Kyle Shanahan and Wes Welker made San Francisco his top choice in free agency. The receiver joined the 49ers after spending four seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers. Benjamin was originally...
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    In-depth Look at 49ers 2020 Opponents

    NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS* 2019 Record: 12-4 Last Meeting against the 49ers: The 49ers fell to the Patriots, 30-17, in Week 11 of the 2016 season. Recent Additions: The biggest news of the offseason was the departure of Tom Brady. In addition to the future Hall of Fame quarterback, New England...
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    Nick Bosa is Wasting No Time Getting Familiar with Trent Williams, Javon Kinlaw and 2020 Opponents

    Nick Bosa is eager to put on an encore performance to his imposing rookie season. The former first-round pick earned Defensive Rookie of the Year honors following a team-leading 13-sack campaign, postseason included. While training in his hometown of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., he's already working...
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    49ers Morning Report: 2020 Season Opponents, Brandon Aiyuk Talks WR Room, Q&A with 49ers President Al Guido

    Brandon Aiyuk spoke with NFL Network's MJ Acosta to recap being selected by the 49ers with the 25th-overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Aiyuk appeared in 25 games in two seasons at Arizona State and registered 98 receptions for 1,666 yards and 11 touchdowns. As a senior, the receiver earned...
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    49ers Morning Report: NFC West Draft Grades, Alex Boone Talks with 49ers PREP, Raheem Mostert's Favorite Game

    Raheem Mostert Calls NFC Championship Game vs. Packers his Favorite Game of his Career Raheem Mostert reflected on his record-breaking performance in the NFC Championship game, saying it's his favorite game of his career. Mostert was the star of the show with 29 carries for 220 yards and four...
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