San Francisco 49ers
Darcel McBath - #28 - S
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 1"/ 198 lbs. |
| Birthday | 10/28/1985 |
| Birthplace | Gainesville, TX |
| College | Texas Tech |
| Years played | 5 |
| Drafted | 2009, 2nd round, 16th pick by Broncos |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 0 | 0 |
Brains of Perry, Johnson to be examined
Joe "the Jet" Perry and John Henry Johnson, Pro Football Hall of Famers and two members of the 49ers' "Million Dollar Backfield" who died this year, will have their brains examined by researchers at Boston University, the San Francisco Chronicle ...
Lockout limbo: 49ers report
With NFL teams stuck in a state of limbo thanks to the lockout, we are looking at where teams stand as they await the opening of the 2011 league year. Today, we take a look at the 49ers.
Hall of Fame RB Johnson dies at age 81
Hall of Fame RB John Henry Johnson died Friday in Tracy, Calif., at the age of 81. He played for the 49ers, Lions, Steelers and Oilers during his career.
49ers' Harbaugh told to stop talking about Smith
The lockout is preventing NFL coaches from meeting with their players and talking with free agents. For one coach, even talking about free agents has been outlawed.
Kaepernick throws passes at 49ers' player-organized workouts
The 49ers' QB of the future, Colin Kaepernick, the team's second-round selection in April's draft, threw passes at player-organized workouts Friday, according to a report from The Sacramento Bee.
Make way for the Harbaugh Express
After initially picking the Rams to win the NFC West in 2011, PFW executive editor Dan Arkush has had a change of heart — courtesy of Niners new head coach Jim Harbaugh.
49ers QB Kaepernick underwent minor surgery
49ers QB Colin Kaepernick, the team's second-round pick in April's draft, had minor surgery on his lower left leg following the draft. Matt Barrows of The Sacramento Bee first reported it.
49ers part ways with Heneghan; promote Ferguson
The 49ers parted ways with executive vice president Lal Heneghan, who had been with the team since 2006. The Niners promoted Jeff Ferguson to director of football operations and sports medicine.
Smith making more sense as 49ers' starting QB
The more new 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh takes the time to talk about the team's tenuous QB situation, the more likely it seems that free agent Alex Smith will indeed re-sign and remain the starter.
Fantasy outlook: QB Colin Kaepernick
Unless there's a major injury epidemic under center in San Francisco this season, Niners second-round QB Colin Kaepernick will be spending the majority of his time carrying a clipboard on game day.
Niners gamble long-term on Nevada QB Kaepernick
Nevada QB Colin Kaepernick probably won't start away for the Niners. But a few years from now, after careful grooming by his head coach, he will be given every opportunity to become the top dog under center.
Niners hope Smith fills major need for stud sacker
Aldon Smith suddenly gives new San Francisco defensive coordinator Vic Fangio some real potential pass-rushing firepower from both edges.
Niners' new coordinators are creating positive buzz
While most eyes in Niners Nation remain riveted on new head coach Jim Harbaugh, daily team observers are equally intrigued by his top two coaching hires by way of Palo Alto — offensive coordinator Greg Roman and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio.
Draft Dose: Who needs a cornerback?
In the 31st installment of the Draft Dose series, PFW looks at five teams in need of a cornerback, with LSU's Patrick Peterson the top-ranked corner available.
Hall of Fame RB Perry passes away
Former 49ers great RB Joe "The Jet" Perry has passed away at the age of 84, it was reported by the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Niners on Monday.
PLAYER NEWS
The San Francisco 49ers have signed McBath to a one-year contract, adding depth to the secondary.|||||||
McBath is the second safety added by Super Bowl runner-up San Francisco since the start of free agency. The NFC champion Niners signed Craig Dahl to a three-year contract Saturday, another move to help fill the void left when Dashon Goldson received a five-year deal from Tampa Bay last week.
McBath is done for the season with a forearm injury.|||||||
McBath played in just one game this season.
The Denver Broncos have lost rookie special teams star Darcel McBath for the season with a broken arm.|||||||
McBath, a second-round pick out of Texas Tech, broke his right forearm in the Broncos' 28-16 loss at Indianapolis on Sunday. He was hurt in the fourth quarter while playing safety in place of starter Renaldo Hill, who had left the game with an ankle injury. McBath was placed on injured reserve Monday, ending his season. Safety Vernon Fox, one of Denver's final cuts during camp, was signed to replace him.
