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San Francisco 49ers (8-8-0)
Report: 49ers GM McCloughan stepping down
Multiple reports out of the Bay Area have indicated that Niners GM Scot McCloughan is about to resign five weeks before the 2010 draft.
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PLAYER NEWS
Paymah, Karl (CB)
The 49ers have signed free agent cornerback Karl Paymah to a one-year deal.
Paymah, a third-round draft pick by Denver out of Washington State in 2005, is set to enter his sixth NFL season after largely playing on special teams so far. He has started seven of his 72 NFL games, recording 67 tackles, three interceptions, two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble.The 27-year-old Paymah spent his first four seasons with the Broncos before signing with Minnesota in 2009.
Paymah, a third-round draft pick by Denver out of Washington State in 2005, is set to enter his sixth NFL season after largely playing on special teams so far. He has started seven of his 72 NFL games, recording 67 tackles, three interceptions, two fumble recoveries and one forced fumble.The 27-year-old Paymah spent his first four seasons with the Broncos before signing with Minnesota in 2009.
Willis, Patrick (LB)
Willis has undergone surgery on his right knee to remove an inflamed fluid sac that kept him out of this year's Pro Bowl.
The 49ers said the surgery, considered minor and done about a week ago, was performed by Dr. Tim McAdams and Dr. Gary Fanton at Stanford Hospitals and Clinics in nearby Redwood City. The team will not put a timetable on Willis' return, but he isn't expected to be sidelined for long. The team will adjust his offseason conditioning and regimen as he rehabilitates.
The 49ers said the surgery, considered minor and done about a week ago, was performed by Dr. Tim McAdams and Dr. Gary Fanton at Stanford Hospitals and Clinics in nearby Redwood City. The team will not put a timetable on Willis' return, but he isn't expected to be sidelined for long. The team will adjust his offseason conditioning and regimen as he rehabilitates.
Carr, David (QB)
The 49ers have signed Carr to a two-year deal. General manager Scot McCloughan said Monday that Carr will help provide depth at quarterback.
Coach Mike Singletary has repeatedly said 2005 No. 1 pick Alex Smith is the starter, but didn't rule out signing an experienced quarterback who could push Smith and challenge for playing time. Carr, an eight-year NFL veteran, was the top draft pick in 2002 out of Fresno State. He spent the past two seasons as a backup to Eli Manning with the New York Giants.
Coach Mike Singletary has repeatedly said 2005 No. 1 pick Alex Smith is the starter, but didn't rule out signing an experienced quarterback who could push Smith and challenge for playing time. Carr, an eight-year NFL veteran, was the top draft pick in 2002 out of Fresno State. He spent the past two seasons as a backup to Eli Manning with the New York Giants.
Carr, David (QB)
Carr arrived in the Bay Area on Friday to visit with the San Francisco 49ers.
While coach Mike Singletary has repeatedly said 2005 No. 1 pick Alex Smith is his starter going forward, Singletary didn't rule out signing an experienced quarterback who could push Smith and challenge for playing time.
While coach Mike Singletary has repeatedly said 2005 No. 1 pick Alex Smith is his starter going forward, Singletary didn't rule out signing an experienced quarterback who could push Smith and challenge for playing time.
Franklin, Aubrayo (DT)
The San Francisco 49ers placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Franklin on Tuesday.
The move allows the Niners to match any offer Franklin receives from another team or get two first-round picks as compensation. Franklin is guaranteed just more than $7 million next season with the tag. General manager Scot McCloughan says the team still hopes to sign Franklin to a long-term contract before the start of next season. Franklin emerged as one of the top nose tackles in the league last season with 36 tackles, two sacks and an interception.
The move allows the Niners to match any offer Franklin receives from another team or get two first-round picks as compensation. Franklin is guaranteed just more than $7 million next season with the tag. General manager Scot McCloughan says the team still hopes to sign Franklin to a long-term contract before the start of next season. Franklin emerged as one of the top nose tackles in the league last season with 36 tackles, two sacks and an interception.
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STANDINGS
SCHEDULE
TEAM LEADERS
| Passing | Smith, Alex |
| Rushing | Gore, Frank |
| Receiving | Davis, Vernon |
| Defense | Willis, Patrick |
PRACTICE REPORTS
| Day | Player | Pos | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | Coffee, Glen | RB | thigh | Full Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Bruce, Isaac | WR | ankle | Did Not Participate in Practice |
| Fri | Clements, Nate | CB | shoulder | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Staley, Joe | T | knee | Did Not Participate in Practice |
| Fri | Franklin, Aubrayo | DT | not injury related | Did Not Participate in Practice |
INJURIES
| Player | Date | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee, Glen | 1/03/10 | thigh | Probable |
| Nedney, Joe | 1/03/10 | left hamstring | out |
| Staley, Joe | 1/03/10 | knee | questionable |
| Bruce, Isaac | 1/03/10 | ankle | questionable |
| Hill, Shaun | 1/03/10 | back | Probable |
| Clements, Nate | 1/03/10 | shoulder | out |
| Rachal, Chilo | 1/03/10 | knee | Probable |
| Schmitt, Ricky | 1/02/10 | left groin | IR |
| Robinson, Michael | 12/27/09 | shoulder | Probable |
| Spencer, Shawntae | 12/27/09 | ankle | Probable |
TRANSACTIONS
| Player | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Battle, Arnaz | 3/08/10 | From 49ers to Steelers signed/unrestricted free agent - Three-year contract |
| Carr, David | 3/07/10 | From Giants to 49ers signed/unrestricted free agent - Two-year contract |
| Pashos, Tony | 3/07/10 | From 49ers to Browns signed/unrestricted free agent - Multi-year contract |
| Bly, Dre' | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Schmitt, Ricky | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Battle, Arnaz | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Clayton, Thomas | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Harris, Walt | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Hudson, Marcus | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
| Roman, Mark | 3/05/10 | declared free agent |
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