The 49ers were a schizophrenic bunch in 2009, veering from a staid, straight-ahead Frank Gore running attack early in the season to one that opted for plenty of shotgun formations and a spread attack at midseason. Raye is aiming for more balance this season, but look for Gore to continue to be the bell cow. Gore and the rest of San Francisco's skill players should benefit from an improved line led by new coach Mike Solari.
No team has allowed more sacks (150) the last three seasons than the 49ers. The Alex Smith running game was supposed to be a strength in 2009, but the 49ers failed there, too, finishing 25th in average yards per game. Both statistics point to problems along the line. Right tackle has been a problem spot for two seasons, and first-round pick Anthony Davis likely will replace Adam Snyder.
Guard play also has been inconsistent. Right guard new San Francisco 49ers jerseys Chilo Rachal has perhaps more talent than any 49ers blocker, but he needs to be more steady. Rookie Mike Iupati, selected with the 16th pick overall, is likely to start immediately on the left side. The good news is that Solari and assistant Ray Brown have brought a fresh attitude and a renewed focus. With Rachal, left tackle Joe Staley and steady center Eric Heitmann, the line has talent. What it needs in 2010 is more smash-mouth attitude and a sense of direction. Grade: D
Howard Mintz of the San Jose Mercury News reports that the Santa Clara City Michael Crabtree Council muat "continue to push through the countless procedural hoops" that remain.
On Tuesday, council members will vote on a $525,000 engineering contract associated with the relocation of an electric utility substation, a project that will account for $20 million of the $114 million in public funds to be devoted to the project.
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