San Francisco 49ers
LaMichael James - #23 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 9"/ 195 lbs. |
| Birthday | 10/22/1989 |
| Birthplace | New Boston, TX |
| College | Oregon |
| Years played | 2 |
| Drafted | 2012, 2nd round, 29th pick by 49ers |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 27 | 125 | 0 |
Freeman leads Bucs past sluggish 49ers 21-0
Josh Freeman threw for 136 yards and two touchdown passes and the Buccaneers beat the stagnant San Francisco 49ers 21-0 on Sunday for their first win in this stadium since 1980 and only second ever in 13 tries.
49ers add PK Andrus to fill in for Nedney
With PK Joe Nedney out with a knee strain, the 49ers have signed Shane Andrus to a one-year contract.
Walker beginning to branch out for 49ers
Don’t be surprised if TE Delanie Walker, who is considered one of the 49ers' most naturally talented players, becomes an increasingly key weapon the remainder of the season.
49ers PK Nedney likely out for Week 11
49ers starting PK Joe Nedney underwent an MRI on Monday that revealed a right knee strain and a bone bruise and is not expected to play in Week 11.
49ers release Hill
The 49ers released WR Jason Hill, dropping the former third-round pick who has failed to contribute during his recent time in San Francisco.
Troy Smith to remain 49ers' QB
49ers head coach Mike Singletary said Monday that QB Alex Smith could be healthy for the team's Week 11 game vs. the Buccaneers, but that Troy Smith would remain the starter regardless.
49ers OLT Staley out 4-6 weeks
49ers starting OLT Joe Staley broke his left fibula in Sunday's win over the Rams and is expected to miss 4-6 weeks.
49ers rally with OT win over Rams
Joe Nedney kicked a 29-yard field goal with 9:38 left in overtime, and Troy Smith passed for 356 yards while leading the 49ers' late rally for a 23-20 victory over the Rams on Sunday.
Niners rookie Mays wearing down
Although the team hasn't admitted it, we hear that SS Taylor Mays' fatigue is a big reason why the 49ers are giving more snaps to Reggie Smith, according to NFC West Whispers.
Troy Smith will get start for 49ers
49ers head coach Mike Singletary confirmed Friday that QB Troy Smith will start Sunday's game against the Rams.
NFC West midseason reports
With three consecutive 100-yard rushing games, RB Steven Jackson has been the Rams' top offensive weapon by far. Read our midseason reports on NFC West teams.
Chargers waive LB Merriman
The Chargers waived LB Shawne Merriman on Tuesday after he passed an exit physical. Teams have until 4 p.m. ET Wednesday to claim him.
49ers place C Heitmann on I.R.
The 49ers put veteran C Eric Heitmann on injured reserve on Tuesday, opening up a roster spot for rookie LB Thaddeus Gibson.
Reports: 49ers claim rookie LB Gibson
The 49ers have claimed LB Thaddeus Gibson off waivers, according to multiple reports. The Steelers released their fourth-round draft pick on Saturday.
49ers rally late to beat Broncos 24-16 in London
Troy Smith completed three long passes in the fourth quarter to lead the 49ers to a 24-16 win over the Denver Broncos on Sunday.
PLAYER NEWS
James has transformed himself from a rookie spectator to a key contributor to a Super Bowl team in a matter of weeks for the San Francisco 49ers.|||||||
After being inactive the first 12 games of the season, James has become an impact player for the 49ers in their run to next week's Super Bowl against Baltimore. His long kickoff return set up the go-ahead score in a late-season win in New England. His experience running the zone read helped Colin Kaepernick rush for 181 yards in a win to open the playoffs against Green Bay. Then James got into the scoring act himself last week, getting his first career TD.
Rookie running back LaMichael James is set to make his San Francisco 49ers debut.|||||||
The second-round pick out of Oregon is active for the first time Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. James is taking the spot of backup Kendall Hunter, who was placed on season-ending injured reserve after hurting his ankle in a loss at St. Louis last week.
What at first looked like at least one - if not two - long-term injuries for San Francisco's newest running backs in Saturday's 20-9 preseason loss at the Houston Texans suddenly doesn't seem so bad.|||||||
James, the team's second-round pick out of Oregon, said he's ready to practice already after injuring his left ankle and riding a cart off the field in the fourth quarter at Houston.
