San Francisco 49ers
Justin Smith - #94 - DT
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 4"/ 285 lbs. |
| Birthday | 09/30/1979 |
| Birthplace | Jefferson City, MO |
| College | Missouri |
| Years played | 13 |
| Drafted | 2001, 1st round, 4th pick by Bengals |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 66 | 0 | 0 |
Report: 49ers hold private workout for CB Peterson
A FOXSports.com report Saturday said that the 49ers held a private workout for LSU CB Patrick Peterson, the top-ranked corner in the 2011 NFL draft.
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Baalke: 49ers would welcome Alex Smith back
49ers GM Trent Baalke reaffirmed Wednesday that the team would like to bring free agent Alex Smith back to compete for the starting QB job in 2011.
49ers keeping the faith in OT Davis
Despite a very rough rookie campaign, we hear the 49ers aren't ready to give up at all on promising 2010 first-round ORT Anthony Davis.
Report: 49ers have offer ready for Smith
The 2005 No. 1 pick, QB Alex Smith, could get a chance to remain with the 49ers and battle for the starting quarterback spot.
49ers might draft QB high — but not with top pick
While we hear the Niners are unlikely to use their first-round draft pick on a quarterback, it's quite possible they could look seriously at a signalcaller in either the second or third round.
Players working out despite lockout
NFL players are locked out of their team facilities due to the ongoing labor negotiations, but that hasn't stopped some players from meeting up with teammates and getting work done.
Under siege under center
Adding to the uncertainty due to the current lockout are the undeniably shaky QB situations facing one-third of the league's teams, including the 49ers and holdover starter Alex Smith.
NFC team needs
The Vikings are looking for a successor to QB Brett Favre, as PFW identifies the top three draft needs of each NFC team.
Niners free agent Franklin willing to test market
With the 49ers and NT Aubrayo Franklin apparently differing somewhat on the former franchise player's current worth, we hear it's likely Franklin will test the free-agent market.
New California stadiums unlikely due to budget issues
The Chargers, Raiders and 49ers all received grim news on Monday, as their hopes of having state money go to new stadiums was dismissed by politicians.
49ers' mixed QB signals worth monitoring
While there's no denying the strong relationship between 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh and GM Trent Baalke, their differing views on Alex Smith could become a problem.
Report: 49ers tender three
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NFC West free-agent preview
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PLAYER NEWS
Smith will be out Sunday night for the 49ers because of an elbow injury, ending his streak of consecutive starts at 185.|||||||
With Smith out, the 49ers will start Ricky Jean Francois at defensive end against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday night. The 49ers will also be without backup linebacker Clark Haggans with a shoulder injury.
Smith was ejected after making contact with umpire Garth DeFelice following a play against San Diego in a 34-7 loss on Thursday night.|||||||
The lineman was in an argument with at least one Chargers player when he appeared to shove DeFelice, who was trying to keep him out of the scuffle.
The 49ers signed the free-agent defensive end Smith on Saturday in a move they hope will bolster their pass rush.|||||||
Smith, the No. 4 overall pick by Cincinnati in 2001, had 43 1/2 sacks in seven seasons with the Bengals and was one of the top pass rushers available on the free agent market this season. His deal is reportedly for six years and is worth $45 million, including $20 million in guarantees.
The Bengals on Tuesday re-signed Smith, their leading tackler on the defensive line, for the season after designating him as their franchise player in February.|||||||
Cincinnati said it is talking to Smith about a long-term deal. Smith is a productive player, and keeping him around is a smart move for a Bengals team that allowed an average of 27.0 points en route to losing their last three games last season, missing the playoffs. The seven-year pro has led Cincinnati's line in tackles in each of the last five seasons.
Smith, who has led Cincinnati's line in tackles in each of the last five seasons, was designated as the Bengals' franchise player Thursday. Smith would have become an unrestricted free agent March 2 if he doesn't reach a contract agreement with the Bengals before then. The franchise tag means the Bengals could keep Smith by matching any offer sheet he signed with another team.|||||||
Smith had 110 tackles in the 2006 season and ranked second on the team in sacks with 7.5.
