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This new section of 49ers Paradise will be used to keep you up to date on off season coverage. 49ers transactions will be posted in the current news section of the main page and then moved weekly to this location.
January 7th, 2001 Jeremy Newberry has been added to the Pro Bowl roster. Bill Walsh won this years Rozelle award. The 49ers signed cornerback Tyronne Drakeforde, a former 49er, Saint, and Redskin. The 49ers lost to Dallas. With the Saints' Loss, the 49ers have clinched a playoff spot. Garrison Hearst went over 1000 yards for the season. The Eagles are next. December 10th, 2001 The 49ers signed center Carey Clayton (UTEP) to the practice squad Steve Mariucci has taken his name out of the long list of Notre Dame coaching candidates. Kevan Barlow has returned to practise. Bob St. Clair had his number retired at half time. The Rams are next December 2nd, 2001 Jeff Garcia is the NFC Offensive Player Of The Month The 49ers will honor Alumni Bob St. Clair this Sunday. Terrell Owens may miss this weekends game. Hearst is the winnner of this weeks NFC Player of the week. He is the second 49er in a row to win this award. RB Kevan Barlow is doubtful this week DE Andre Carter is expected to return to the lineup. Terrell Owens says he will play despite sprain. The Bills Are next! November 25th, 2001 The 49ers added Milfred Stephenson to their practise squad two days after releasing him. Andre Carter is still sitting out of practise. Terrell Owens has resumed practising. The 49ers released OL Milfred Stephenson they hope to resign him to the practise squad. Jeff Garcia is now tied with Joe Montana behind YA Title for most 4th quarter comebacks in a season. The 49ers have tied a NFL record for overtime victories in a season with 3. The Colts Are Next! November 18th, 2001 Jeff Garcia's knee is in similar condition to last week. Kevan Barlow is progressing from his injury. Ben Lynch and Reggie McGrew may be available this week. 49ers Paradise extends its thoughts and prayers to former 49ers LB great Garry Plummer's son who was shot in the eye with a pellet gun this weekend. I would also like to extend my thougths and prayers to a certain close friend of 49ers Paradise - I hope the procedure is effective and goes without flaw. The Panthers are next! November 11th, 2001 Jeff Garcia's knee is improving. Greg Clark may miss the rest of the season. The 49ers will not try and trade Terrell Owens. Backup center Ben Lynch has returned to practise, will likely miss two more week. The 49ers face the Saints next. November 4th, 2001 Jeff Garcia will start this weekend Reggie McGew returned to practise, will not likely play. Jeremy Newberry is expected to start. The issues regarding the forum and corners have ALL been FULLY RESTORED. Thanks for your cooperation and patience. The 49ers have re-signed Rick Mirer. 49ers Paradise is aware of some people's difficulties in accessing the forum and is working hard to regain access. Please if you are on ICQ send me a message 6639946 if you are having troubles.Thank you. In what seems to be a cost cutting maneuver to bring Rick Mirer back to the 49ers, the team released three players: DE John Milem, LB Shane Elam, and practise squad OT Mark Bristol The 49ers are considering bringing Rick Mirer back. The 49ers face the Lions next. October 28th,2001 Eddie Debartlo will not be able to make a play for the team. The York's have stated that the team is not for sale. Reggie McGrew, Ben Lynchn, Greg Clark, and Jonas Lewis are likely to continue missing games due to injuries. The 49ers terminated the contract of guard Nate Parks (Stanford) from the practice squad and replaced him with offensive tackle Mark Bristol (Mansfield). The Pro Bowl has been moved back six days to February 9th. It will be the first time the game is played on a Saturday. The 49ers signed Al Blades to the practise squad. Derek Smith is expected to play in the Bears game, Greg Clark remains in doubt. The 49ers had several players in for workouts including: tight ends Reggie Jones (Washington), Dauntae Finger (North Carolina) and Carlos Nuno (BYU), as well as cornerback Ontei Jones (Oklahoma). There are rumors that Eddie Debartlo Jr is trying to get the 49ers back from his sister. The 49ers waived safety Al Blades from the roster and activated cornerback Jimmy Williams from the practice squad. Williams was originally signed to the practice squad on September 5 after being released by the Buffalo Bills. The 49ers are off this week, but play the Bearst Next. October 14th 2001 Eddie Debartlo is interested in getting the 49ers back. Jamie Winborn set a record for rookie tackles with thirteen last week. The 49ers are hoping Jeremy Newberry can start. Garrison Hearst is eager to return to Atlanta where he was injured. Jeff Garcia wants to see the 49ers pass more often. Both centers, Jeremy Newberry and Ben Lynch are injured. 49ers play Atlanta Next. October 9th 2001 The 49ers signed former Stanford tackle Nate Parks to the practice squad. Starting LB Derek Smith injured his MCL and will miss 3-4 weeks. Reports are now confirmed that Wilson will be the 49ers third QB. Unconfirmed reports state Cederick Wilson a prolific high school passer will be the 49ers third QB. Offensive lineman Milford Stephenson has taken QB Ricky Ray’s spot on the 53-man roster. Stephenson’s elevation will add some depth to the offensive line following the injury to Newberry. Steve Mariucci has also considered moving guard Dave Fiore to the back-up center position until Newberry’s return. The 49ers have signed C/G Nathan Parks to replace Stephenson on the practice squad. Parks was waived (injury settlement) earlier in the season by the Oakland Raiders, but passed a physical with the 49ers Wednesday afternoon. The Super Bowl will be held on February 3rd allowing for a full schedule. The 49ers released 3rd String QB Ricky Ray in order to free up a roster spot for an offensive lineman. The 49ers will carry only 2 QBs Jeremy Newberry has a sprained ankle and will miss Sunday's Game The 49ers play the Panthers next on Sunday Night Football. October 1st 2001 The 49ers signed Dan Goodspeed to the practise squad, just after releasing him from the regular roster. The 49ers expect Julian Peterson, Bryant Yound and Derrick Deese to all start this Monday. The 49ers have had several players in for tryouts P Andrew Bayes (East Carolina), P Kurtis Doerr (Oregon), P David Leaverton (Tennessee), LB Lemar Marshall (Michigan) and LB Donnie Spragan (Stanford). The 49ers signed David Costa. The team waived reserve offensive lineman Dan Goodspeed from the 53-man roster. The move comes one day after guard Brad Williams terminated his contract from the practice squad. Julian Peterson and Jamie Winborn are expected to play this Modnaay. Garrison Hearst is probably for next week. Bryant Young is quetionable with an ankle sprain, and Derrick Deese is questionable with a bruised right calf. Garrison Hearst suffered a concussion. Bryant Young injured his knee. Derreck Deese injured his calf. The 49ers play the Jets next on Monday Night Football. September 23rd, 2001 Tight End Greg Clark will undergo more surgery on his thigh and could be out another month. The 49ersn have an elaborate pre-game ceremony planned in memory of the victims of America Under Attack. Despite missing significant practise time. JJ Stokes is likely to play this weekend. Jamie Winborn and Julian Peterson are making significant progress in their attempts to return from injury. Kicker Jose Cortez won this weeks special teams player of the week award. Eric Johnson will start at Tight End this week. The NFL refs will be back on the field this weekend. The air space over 3com will be restricted this week, that will mean no blimps a rarity for football games. JJ Stokes is questionable for this weeks game with another hamstring injury, but will likely play. Paul Smith will likely see his first regular season game this week. Julian Peterson and Jamie Winborn were upgraded to que upgraded to questionable for this game. That means there is a 50% chance they will play. Greg Clark and Jonas Lewis remain doubtful 49ers play the Rams next This weeks game against the Saints has been cancelled a decision as to whether the game will be made up later will be made some time in the near future. The 49ers waived Kevan Daft, and Jason Suttle and signed Al Blades, cornerback George McCullough, and QB Ricky Ray who was with the team in training camp. 49ers Paradise and its staff extend its wishes to the families and those who are suffering due to the terrorist attacks on the United States. Backup safety John Keith suffered an ACL injury that may keep him out all season. The 49ers take on the Saints next. September 9th, 2001 Last week the 49ers did not actually release JR. Bryant really the team placed him on the injured reserve. This week they saved 240 000 against the cap by reworking his contract. Due to Matt Willig's injury the 49ers released Al Blades from the practise squad and signed offensive lineman Milfrod Stephenson. The 49ers may re-sign Rick Mirer. Matt Willig will be out for this week due to a recent injury that occured in non-contact practise. Although it was supposed to be a surprise, Zack Bronson will start at safety. The 49ers signed DE Bobby Setzer The 49ers practise squad is as follows: DL Menson Holloway, WR Jimmy Farris, OL Brad Williams, CB Jimmy Williams, S Al Blades. The team signed defensive lineman Menson Holloway and wide receiver Jimmy Farris to the practice squad. The 49ers released S Al Blades. To create cap room the 49ers released third string QB Rick Mirer and signed QB Kevin Daft. Garrison Hearst was named starting running back. Tim Ratty has moved into the number two quarterback position. The 49ers released defensive end Jerome Davis and defensive tackle Larry Fitzpatrick. The release of the pair cleared the way for the signing of punt returner Vinny Sutherland and cornerback Jason Suttle. Garrison Hearst and Reggie McGrew restructured their contracts. The 49ers roster is now at 53 with the following cuts: OL Tyrone Hopson, S Pierson Prioleau, OT Dave Costa, WR Jimmy Farris, CB Brandon Godsey, DE Menson Holloway, WR James Jordan, K Jamie Rheem and TE Ben Steele. Two more cuts are expected. 49ers released WR Dwight Carter, DT Daniel Greer, FB Jasen Isom, CB Dee Moronkola, P Chad Stanley and C Bruce Wiggins The 49ers cut punter Chad Stanley in favor of Jamie Baker. The 49ers are close to an agreement with RB Garrison Hearst on a new contract. The 49ers will begin their regular season this Sunday against the Falcons. September 1st, 2001 The 49ers released KR David Allen. The team signed punter Jason Baker and defensive tackle Larry Fitzpatrick. Reportedly the 49ers waived DT Cedric Killings and G Milford Stephenson. The release of Killings comes as a big surprise. The 49ers signed seventh-round draft pick linebacker Alex Lincoln to a four-year contract, though he will not play this season. The 49ers hope he will be ok for next season. Jeff Garcia will likely be held out of this weeks game. 49ers released quarterback Ricky Ray and wide receiver James Jordan. It is unlikely that Stokes, Streets, Webster, Clark or B Young will play aganist Denver. The 49ers released T Tom Ashworth, P Stephen Cheek, CB Stephen Fisher, WR Grant Heard, RB Saladin McCullough, S Brian Smith and FB Josh White. The 49ers have released Jr. Bryant after he failed a physical. Garrison Hearst is not a lock for a roster spot. Safety Al Blades and David Allen incurred slight injuries, and are probably for the Denver game. The 49ers play Denver next. August 26th, 2001 It seems unlikely that JJ Stokes and Tai Streets will play against the Seahawks. The 49ers have released WR Hilton Alexander, WR Antonio Chatman, T Rob Gattrell and KR Keith Stokes. Jonas Lewis, who's rushed for a team-high 92 yards through two games, had his sore left Achilles' tendon placed in a protective boot Thursday Rookie wide receivers Jimmy Farris and Cedrick Wilson likely will see their first action as punt returners Saturday Terrell Owens moved into Jerry Rice's locker. The 49ers must trim their roster to 65 by Sunday. The 49ers are very interested in kicker Doug Brien. The 49ers expect Lance Schulters to return this week. The 49ers are hoping that Tai Streets and JJ Stokes will play. The 49ers expect Kevan Barlow and Paul Smith to play this week. The 49ers defeated Jerry Rice, Charlie Garner and the Raiders in the teams second preseason game. The 49ers are 1-1 in pre-season Bryant Young has a new born son. Garrison Hearst continues his remarkable comeback. The 49ers are gaining some respect for Reggie McGrew. August 20th, 2001 The 49ers are interested in signing a veteran linebacker, the team has seemed to have narrowed it down to Roman Phifer 10-year linebacker rehabing a knee that required arthroscopic surgery several weeks ago. or veteran free agent is Terry Killens, formerly of the Tennessee Titans. The Kansas City Chiefs have signed unrestricted free agent DT Nate Hobgood-Chittick for two years. The 49ers game on Dec 22nd against the Eagles was moved an hour to two pm PST. Terry Donahue hired Jim Zeches, as a regional scout. The 49ers are on the verge of hiring former Chicago Bears director of college scouting Bill Rees to a position in their personnel department. The team is also looking to hire a scout to replace Sean Howard, who became assistant director of pro personnel with the Green Bay Packers last week. The team continues to be impressed with Garrison Hearst. The team signed Edward T. Goines as vice president of business affairs and general counsel. The 49ers released CB Larry Casher, CB Cecil Deckard, WR Steven Jackson, TE Neil Johnson and SS Ron Ockimey. The 49ers are talking to Bill Rees, director of college scouting with the Chicago Bears, about the player personnel position, Today, June 11th, Joe Montana turns 45. Happy Birthday Joe! The 49ers signed fullback Josh White to a contract. Running back Cordell Mitchell was released The 49ers worked out DE John Burroughs and FB Josh White. The 9ers signed DE Moses Harper to a free agent contract June 11th, 2001 The 49ers scheduled workouts with CB Regie Doster (XFL Orlando), LB Mat Beck (Rams), LB Terry Killings (Titans) and Jason White (Oregon State) The 49ers signed Rick Mirer The NFL and the NFLP extended their collective bargaining agreement through 2007. The new agreement will have 2007 as an uncapped year, and veterans of four years or more will be paid partially from the league, reducing the salary cap figures, and making it easier for teams to sign veterans. The 49ers are expected to sign Rick Mirer extremely soon. The 49ers have begun negotiations with first round pick Andre Carter Garrison Hearst is expected to medically cleared to practise with the team. Rice is expected to sign with the Raiders Jerry Rice has been released from the 49ers. Chris Dalman is set to retire on Monday Jerry Rice may be headed to Oakland. The 49ers expect to re-sign QB Rick Mirer in the next two weeks. Jerry Rice played a round of golf with Raider coach John Gruden. The 49ers are cautiously optimistic that Garrison Hearst can recover. The 49ers re-signed center Ben Lynch The 49ers released quarterback Kevin Nawracaj, defensive tackle Paul Mandina, linebacker Chris Nofoaiga and safety J.T. Thatcher. Chris Dalman is expected to retire sometime soon after June First. June 6th, 2001 JJ Stokes showed up a week early for mini camp Jerry Rice has stated he will sign a contract with the 49ers before he retires so that he can retire a 49er. Garrison Hearst will undergo his team physical Thursday morning. Tai Streets and John Keith have both begun to practise with the team again. Reggie McGrew reported to mini-camp but is still out of shape. Jerry Rice is getting closer to a decision about his future. The 9ers have contacted the agent for free agent RB Antowain Smith, who was cut by the Bills last week The Detroit Lions have claimed TE Terrence Dupree off of waivers from the San Francisco 49ers. The 49ers intend on signing Rick Mirer. Some NFL officials haven't ruled out Jerry Rice returning to the 49ers. Paul Smith is the current number one running back on the depth chart. TE Greg Clark has begun to participate in drills again. The 49ers will hold a mini camp this weekend. The 49ers are planning on retiring Bob St.Clair's number 79 on Dec 2nd. Former Rutgers running back Terrell Willis was in for a tryout. The NFC West will look as follows in 2002: Arizona, St. Louis, San Francisco, Seattle. NFL Owners are meeting to discuss realignment. Jerry Rice and the Raiders are gaining interest in one another. May 22nd, 2001 Zack Bronson has officialy re-signed with the 49ers. The 49ers could sign Zack Bronson as early as Monday. 49ers cornerback Monty Montgomery has signed with the Eagles. The 49ers released TE Terrence Dupree. The 49ers are agressively pursuing FA safety Zack Bronson. Kicker Jose Cortez and running back Saladin McCullough, members of the XFL champion Los Angeles Xtreme, were signed by the 49ers. The 49ers are very hard at work in working out a new deal with FA Zack Bronson. Terry Donahue has officialy been promoted to GM of the 49ers. May 6th, 2001 As 49ers Paradise anticipated, Bill Walsh will step aside on Wednesday. The 49ers signed FB Fred Beasley and S Lance Schulters to one year deals. Bill Walsh is expected to step down this week. RB Garrison Hearst (left ankle), WR Tai Streets (right leg), TE Greg Clark (hamstrings), S Lance Schulters (right knee), DB Pierson Prioleau (left knee) and S John Keith (left knee) did not participate in drills on Friday. DT Junior Bryant wasn't allowed to participate because he failed to pass a physical. Reggie McGrew did not attend mini-camp. 49ers sign several undrafted free agents, check out the UDFA page. The 49ers will hold their first mini-camp this weekend. Mike Shanahan has called the 49ers third round selection, Kevin Barlow the best running back in the draft. April30th, 2001 Brenston Buckner has signed with the Panthers. Check out the Draft Field on this site for the most recent draft notes. Dana Stubblefield could sign with the 49ers before the draft. The 49ers have made a draft trade with the Packers. The trade swaps the two teams second round picks moving the 49ers from 41 to 47, sends the 49ers 3rd rounder number 71 to the packers for their third rounder number 80 and another third rounder 82. The 49ers also send their fourth rounder number 105 and get a sixth rounder 179 and seventh rounder 222. The team now has three picks in round seven and nine in total. The 49ers are talking with the Jets about trading first round picks. The 49ers have extended Brenston Buckner a contract, he will wait until after the draft to enter negotiations. The training camp dates have been released: July 25 Rookies & selected Veterans report, July 26 First Practice, July 28 Remaining Veterans report, July 29 First full-team practice The 49ers will not likely match the offer on PK Wade Richey Talks with DT Dana Stubblefield have reportedly heated up. The 49ers are considering drafting more than one running back. Restricted Free agent Artie Ulmer was signed by the Falcons. RC Owens has retired from the 49ers front office and the position of alumni coordinator. Charlie Garner has signed with the Raiders. April 15th,2001 Wade Richey was extended an offer from the Chargers. 49ers Schedule Is Out The 49ers offered Dana Stubblefield a contract. R.C. Owens, a standout receiver for the 49ers in 1957-61 and their alumni coordinator for the past 22 years, said he will retire Saturday. He'll continue with the team as a part-time consultant. The 49ers seem impressed with DT Dana Stubblefield. Deuce McAllister will visit with the 49ers next week. Dana Stubblefield will visit with the 49ers next week. Former 49er Phil Ostrowski has come to terms with the Denver Broncos. The 49ers and Raiders will play each other in an exhibition game this pre-season. The 49ers who are 248 000 under the cap are very interested in signing DTs Dana Stubblefield and or Brenston Buckner. Bill Walsh believes the team can make one move with the current cash allotment, but it would require the release of two players. The 49ers rescinded their qualifying offer to LB Jeff Posey. As a result, Posey becomes an unrestricted free agent. The 49ers have reportedly signed Broncos defensive assistant Terry Turney to a front office position in the scouting department and as a contract consultant. The 49ers are hoping to sign Lance Schulters and Fred Beasley to long term contracts to free up some cap space. The 49ers are still interested in Bresnton Buckner and Roy Barker but likely wont make any moves until June. The release of LB Christian Broce saved the team $209,000 against the salary cap. Scott Gragg has come to an agreement with the 49ers. The 49ers and the Browns may negotiate a draft day trade April 4th, 2001 Steve Mariucci would like to see Rice finish his career in SF. Bill Walsh has been trying to trade the number nine pick, but hasn't been able to get anyone to listen. Scott Gragg and the 49ers have reportedly agreed on a signing bonus, but the two sides are far off on the actual contract numbers. Gragg is considering a move to the Bengals. The 49ers are getting close to a deal with Scott Gragg. Jerry Rice and the Seahawks are expressing interest in one another. Ken Norton Jr. has contacted the Raiders about his future. The 49ers Paradise Postcards glitch has been fixed. Recent reports state it may be possible to sign Garner afterall. March 25th, 2001 The 49ers really want to keep Scott Grag but may have to release someone to do so. The 49ers waived Jason Moore. Anthony Pleasant signed with the Patriots. The error with submitting Fan Press articles should be fixed. The 49ers have reportedly reached a deal in principal with LB Derek Smith. The 49ers are apparently close to a deal with Redskin LB Derek Smith. The 49ers waived Travis Jervey. Rumor has it that the Bears' college scouting director will be heading to the San Francisco 49ers. Brenston Buckner has reportedly declined the Patriots deal. The New England Patriots appear to be moving closer to a contract with free agent DT Brentson Buckner. The 49ers announced the hiring of Dan Quinn to the position of defensive quality control coach. The 49ers are interested in pursuing former 49er Dana Stubblefield. The 49ers will have free agent LB Derek Smith (Redskins) in town today to meet with the team's officials. The 49ers have reportedly spoken to Seahawks' restricted free agent TE Itula Mili. The 49ers have invited offensive lineman Todd Fordham to try out for the team later this week. March 9th, 2001 The 49ers are under the salary cap The 49ers released Winfred Tubbs The 49ers came to a new agreement with Bryant Young Contrary to initial reports, Dan Decher was released rather than retiring. The 49ers are working on a new contract with Travis Jervey, if they make no progress he will be released. The 49ers released Ken Norton Jr. The 49ers and Terrell Owens reportedly agreed on a new deal that will save 3 million against this years cap. The 49ers and JJ Stokes have come to an agreement on a new contract that will save the 49ers 1.4 million against the cap. Offensive lineman Dan Decher has announced he will retire, rather than go off to NFL Europe. February 28th, 2001 The 49ers have signed street free agent P/K James Tuthill. The 49ers signed street free agent QB Kevin Nawracaj. Greg Clark has reportedly agreed to a deal that will save the 49ers 500 000 against the cap. There have been encouraging reports about Garrison Hearst. The 49ers have tentatively agreed with Jr. Bryant on a contract that would save the team 1.4 million. The 49ers brought in Tim Salem this week to interview for the quarterbacks coach opening. Salem coaches quarterbacks at Ohio State. One more candidate is scheduled to come in this week. Jerry Rice has received permission to talk to other teams. The San Francisco 49ers have announced the signings of linebackers Christian Broce, Al Rice and Brennan Swanson, and wide receiver Dwight Carter. Broce is the only newcomer to San Francisco, as Rice, Carter and Swanson were all with the 49ers in the spring. The San Francisco 49ers have announced the signings of safety Mikki Allen, defensive tackle Daniel Greer, safety Marcus Hill and cornerback Dee Moronkola to the roster. Allen, Greer and Hill were all members of the 49ers 2000 training camp roster, but they were released before the start of the regular season. The 49ers hired Jason Tarver, who played at Pleasanton's Foothill High School and Santa Clara before suffering a knee injury, as a staff assistant. The 49ers interviewed former Arizona State offensive coordinator John Pettas, Purdue assistant Greg Olson and former quarterback Steve Bono to be their quarterbacks coach. Steve Young has stated he will not be returning to football. Tampa Bay has expressed interest in 49ers assistant Joe Barry for linebackers coach. Former offensive coordinator of the 49ers, and current head coach of the Lions, is considering making a move for backup QB Tim Ratty to provide competition behind Charlie Batch. February 6th, 2001 Steve Young is considering returning to football, and would like to play where Jerry Rice ends up playing - if he returns. 49ers Paradise is featured in the 49ers section of NFLtalk.com today Feb 1st 2000. Dave Fiore is close to signing a contract extention. Winfred Tubbs is expected to be let go before March 2nd. The 49ers have targetted 12 veterans to restructure their contracts, including Bryant Young, Junior Bryant, Dave Fiore, Terrell Owens, Derrick Deese, Ken Norton, Ray Brown, Greg Clark, J.J. Stokes, Reggie McGrew and Garrison Hearst. Reports on the 49ers expect the team to tender Fred Beasley a contract that would make him virtually untouchable by other teams. An MRI on Junior Bryant revealed no change in the acute ruptured disk Bryant sustained Sept. 17 against St. Louis. Bryant still has another six months to rehabilitate from the injury, but if his condition doesn't improve, he won't receive clearance to play again. Jerry Rice has now also expressed interest in playing for the Lions now that Mornhinweg will be there. A recent report states that Jerry Rice, in an interview with XTRA 910 Sports Radio, in Phoenix, Arizona, stated that he would be interested in playing for the Arizona Cardinals in 2001 if they call him. He stated he'd like to play with QB Jake Plummer. Rice, who is currently under contract, is likely to be released later this year Reports say Bill Walsh has spoken to Steve Bono about replacing Knapp as our QB Coach. January 31st, 2001 Marty Mornhinweg has agreed in principle to a five year deal to be the head coach of the Lions. He has cancelled his trip to meet with the Browns. Former 49ers Director of Player Personell, Vinny Cerrato, was fired by the Washington Redskins Charlie Garner, Terrell Owens, and Bryant Young made the 2000 All Madden Team. 49ers offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg is being considered for two head coaching positions (Lions, Browns) if he leaves, Mariucci has said QB coach Greg Knapp will be promoted. Giovanni Carmazzi will be sent to NFL Europe. The 49ers are considering sending: receiver Dwight Carter, tackle Dan Dercher, defensive end John Milem, cornerback Anthony Parker, running back Jonas Lewis and quarterback Tim Rattay, to NFLE. The 49ers set their mini-camp schedule: April 26-29, May 28-31, June 5-8, and June 11-13. Linebackers coach Richard Smith had his contract extended, Mariucci said. Garrison Hearst has begun training again, but is not running yet. The Detroit Lions, and Matt Millen have been granted permission to speak with 49ers offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg. January 20th, 2001 The 49ers hired Les Schmidt, the chief financial officer for Quokka Sports, as their chief operating officer Tuesday. Both John Keith, and Garrison Hearst's surgeries were deemed succesful. Quarterback's coach Greg Knapp has agreed to a three year contract extention. Terry Donahue has reiterated that he will stay with the 49ers. January 13th, 2001 Charlie Garner seems to be a little upset with some comments Bill Walsh has made. The 49ers named David Goldman vice president of business development. The 49ers can not make any roster moves until February twenty-second. The 49ers finish 6-10. Stay with 49ers Paradise all season for great 49ers coverage. January 2nd, 2001 The 49ers moved Lance Schulters to the injured reserve and activated Jason Moore from the practise squad. Terrell Owens number 81 jersey from his record setting game will be sent to Canton to be placed in the Hall Of Fame. Denver LB Bill Romanowski is trashing JJ Stokes for not retaliating when Romanowski spit in Stokes face in 1997. Terrell Owens set a record for most receptions in a game with 20. Jerry Rice's last game with the 49ers will likely be this week. The 49ers play on Saturday this week. Denver is next. December 18th, 2000 Quarterback Gio Carmazzi, running back Garrison Hearst, offensive tackle Dan Dercher and strong safety Lance Schulters were Friday's inactives. Terrell Owens, Charlie Garner, and Jeff Garcia were elected to the Pro Bowl. 49ers Paradise is fully restored. This could be Jerry Rice's final home game with the 49ers. The 49ers selected Ray Brown, Bryant Young, and Terry Jackson as the offensive, defensive, and special team captains for this season. Brenston Buckner is questionable for the game. December 10th, 2000 Running back Garrison Hearst, quarterback Gio Carmazzi and defensive tackle Nate Hobgood-Chittick were the 49ers' inactives Friday The 49ers will start in a three receier set this week. Ronnie Heard will take Lance Schulters place on the squad. Be sure to check out the great new NFL Teams section of 49ers Paradise The team hasn't ruled out Ronnie Heard or Peirson Prioleau (returning from injury) to take over for Lance Schulters Lance Schulters snapped his ACL and will miss the rest of the season. Devember 4th, 2000 Correction in the article Milestones, it took Chris Carter two more years to reach the 1000 reception mark than it did Rice. Running back Hearst, quarterback Gio Carmazzi, defensive tackle Nate Hobgood-Chittrick and safety Pierson Prioleau were all put on the inactive list yesterday The salary cap charges have finally been settled. As part of the settlement, the 49ers agreed to pay $300,000 and surrender two draft choices -- their fifth pick in the 2001 draft and third selection in 2002 Bill Walsh turned 69 on Thursday. The Seahawks signed Paul Miranda off the 49ers practice squad. Bob Bryant, 82, who was a tackle on the 49ers' first team in 1946, died earlier this month from heart complications. On behalf of the 49ers online community I would like to offer our best to his family. The 49ers are hoping to get Tim Ratty into one of the remaining games of the season. The 49ers signed receiver Dwight Carter to their practice squad. The 49ers are expecting Derrick Deese, Ray Brown and Terrell Owens to return to the field. The 49ers face the Chargers next John Brodie has been released from hospital and his condition is improving. The 49ers have added Hearst to the active roster. Jeff Ulbrich will undergo surgery on his shoulder and will be placed on the injured reserve missing the rest of the season. The 49ers will make a decision on Garrison Hearst on Tuesday. The 49ers will reportedly be stripped of a fifth-round draft pick in 2001 and a third-rounder in 2002 and to be levied a fine believed to be about $700,000 for their salary cap injunction. November 20th, 2000 Quarterback Gio Carmazzi, tackle Derrick Deese, guard Tyrone Hopson and linebacker Jason Kyle were named inactive Friday The 49ers signed linebacker O.J. Childress, a first-year player from Clemson, to their practice squad. The 49ers activated Tyronne Hopson from the practise squad. The 49ers released LB Edward Thomas. The 49ers released LB Jason Moore. Derrick Deese will not play this week. Fred Beasley is questionable. The 49ers are expected to make a decision on Hearst this week. Up Next: The Atlanta Falcons November 12th, 2000 The Friday inactives include quarterback Gio Carmazzi, fullback Fred Beasley, Deese and linebacker Jason Kyle. JJ Stokes is expected to start in place of a wounded Terrell Owens Zack Bronson is expected to start this week at strong safety. Derrick Deese will miss this weeks game and two others with a knee injury. Matt Willig will take his place in the lineup. Fred Beasley is questionable for this weeks game. November 5th, 2000 The 49ers early inactives are safety Zack Bronson, linebacker Jason Kyle and quarterback Gio Carmazzi The 49ers waived LB Edward Thomas. The move likely means they are looking to make another move of some sort. Garison Hearst returned to practise sucessfuly. The 49ers signed LB Jason Kyle and placed Travis Jervey on the injured reserve. Former 49ers' running back Roger Craig has been nominated to the NFL Hall Of Fame. RB Garison Hearst will return to practise on Wednesday The 49ers are expecting LBs Winfred Tubbs and Julian Peterson to be available this week. October 29th, 2000 The 49ers' early inactives are linebacker Julian Peterson, safety Zack Bronson, tackle Dan Dercher and quarterback Gio Carmazzi. Offensive lineman Chris Dalman has ruled out a return to football and will retire this coming June. Ahmed Plummer has injured his hand and will be playing with a cast for the next 4 weeks. John Brodie, the second-leading passer in San Francisco 49ers history, was hospitalized near Palm Springs following a major stroke. Kurt Warner will miss the next five games with an injured finger in his throwing hand. That means he will not play against the 49ers this week, and Trent Green will start. October 24th, 2000 The 49ers are already working on a new contract with Garner's agents. By meeting certain incentives in his contract, Charlie Garner has voided the final year of his contract and will be a free agent at the end of this season. Hot off the Press section is running normaly now. The 49ers' early inactives are Peterson, safety Zack Bronson, offensive tackle Dan Dercher and quarterback Gio Carmazzi Recent reports have CB Monty Montgomery moving to FS, and Jason Webster moving in at Monty's position. This move is due to injury, Prioleau and Bronson are not expected to play this week. Former 49ers great, and hall of famer, Leo ``The Lion'' Nomellini, suffered from complications of a stroke and past away yesterday. 49ers Paradise would like to wish his family the best in this tough time and its deepest condolences on behalf of the online 49ers community. The 49ers have signed RB Jonas Lewis to the practise squad. The 49ers are hoping to get Zack Bronson, and Jeff Ulbrich back for this weeks game. Peterson will likely still miss out. Up Next, Panthers. Bryant Young has injured ribs October 15th, 2000 The 49ers promoted LB Edward Thomas from the practise squad to the roster, and released RB Jonas Lewis, who they would like to resign to the practise squad. The 49ers' early inactives are strong safety Zack Bronson, quarterback Giovanni Carmazzi and linebackers Julian Peterson and Jeff Ulbrich. The 49ers go into this game with only four healthy linebackers. That's the reason they signed rookie Josh Gentry to the practice squad Thursday. Defensive tackle Matt Keneley was also signed to the practice squad The 49ers claimed defensive tackle Nate Hobgood-Chittick (6-foot-3, 290 pounds) off waivers from the St. Louis Rams. Free-agent safeties Earl Riley and Shevin Smith and linebacker Steve Gleason worked out Tuesday for the 49ers. The 49ers claimed DB Jason Moore, who was cut by the Packers on Monday. The 49ers have placed SS John Keith and DL Junior Bryant on the injured reserve, effectively ending their seasons. Time to sac the Pack. October 8th, 2000 Terrell Jones, to the position of Strength Development Fred Beasely is improving but yet to practise. Up Next, Raiders. October 5th, 2000 The 49ers strength and developing coordinator, Michael Barnes, will be moving on after this game against Arizona. The 49ers' early inactives for Sunday's game are Owens, strong safety Zack Bronson, defensive lineman Junior Bryant and quarterback Gio Carmazzi. John Keith will start again at strong safety this week. Jeff Ulbrich will miss 3 games. The 49ers released TE Shon Bell from the practise squad, and signed LB Josh Gentry Mariucci said JJ Stokes will get the start next to Jerry Rice this week. Terrell Owens has been suspended a week without pay from the 49ers for his actions on Sunday. Arizona Next September 27th, 2000 CB Paul Miranda signed to the practise squad. RB Paul Smith has begun practising with the team. Edward Thomas was signed to the practise squad. The 49ers have released LB Edward Thomas and promoted LB Artie Ulmer from their practice squad to the active roster. Jerry Rice is considering ending his career somewhere other than SF. JR Bryant is questionable for this weeks game. So is Peirson Prioleau. Dallas Next September 19th, 2000 The 49ers signed linebacker Artie Ulmer to the practice squad. The 49ers are trying to get Julian Peterson more time on the field John Keith may start. Jeff Garcia will start at quarterback this week. Defensive tackle William Carr was waived from the practice squad, and linebacker London Dunlap was waived from the injured reserve. The 49ers are considering a QB change. Garrison Hearst has begun to run again. The 49ers are considering making some changes to the defensive secondary. St. Louis is next. September 11th, 2000 On Tuesday, linebackers Artie Ulmer and Keith Burns had tryouts, along with tight ends Ryan Collins and Matt Cushing and offensive linemen David Kempfert and Melvin Tuten. Schulters Injury not as bad as originally thought. The URL www.49ersparadise.cjb.net seems to once again be functional. Sorry for the inconvieniance, please keep the other URL in case there are any more server difficulties. Schulters is doubtful for this weeks game against the Panthers September 4th, 2000 The 49ers have declared QB Gio Carmazzi, RB Paul Smith, T Dan Dercher and C Ben Lynch inactive for today's game Brenston Buckner will apparently get the start at DT over Reggie McGrew. Linebacker Jeff Ulbrich has been downgraded to doubtful and will likely miss this weeks game. INJURY REPORT: The 49ers list running back Paul Smith (right calf) out for Sunday. Tackle Dan Dercher (left hamstring) and center Ben Lynch (right shoulder) are doubtful, while running back Terry Jackson (left knee) is questionable. Guard Phil Ostrowski (right thumb) and linebacker Edward Thomas (back) are probable. TE Shon Bell and OL Tyronne Hopson were added to the practise squad. WR Chafie Fields, Safety Ronnie Heard and DT William Carr were signed to Practice Squad. That leaves two more spots to be filled. Terry Jackson may not be healthy enough to play in the opener. Paul Smith was not put on the physically unable to perform list as earlier indicated. Jeff Ulbrich is still suffering, but Julian Peterson may be able to play this Sunday. 49ers Cuts' roster at 53: TE Shonn Bell, DT William Carr, WR Dwight Carter, LB Jim Emanuel, WR Chafie Fields, OT Dan Godspeed, DB Ronnie Heard, DB Kelly Herndon, DB Marcus Hill, S Fred White, FB Josh White. Injured was LB Joe Wesley. Waived non-football injury OG Tyronne Hopson reserve, left squad, Jason Tenner and injured reserve, TE Terence Dupree. Anthony Pleasant is expected to start this week against Atlanta. Ben Lynch suffered a dislocated shoulder against the Broncos. Terry Jackson sprained his knee, and John Keith has turf toe. August 26th, 2000 The NY Giants have signed former 49er Ramos McDonald. LB Ken Norton (back), TE Greg Clark (calf) and G Phil Ostrowski (hand) -- and rookie linebacker Jeff Ulbrich (shoulder) also will sit. Top pick Julian Peterson (shoulder) probably will not play, and free-agent DE Anthony Pleasant (hamstring) is doubtful. Veteran offensive lineman Dave Fiore will make his first start at RG. LB Ken Norton and TE Greg Hill will be held out of this week's pre-season game but should both be ready to go when the season opens. LB Julian Peterson (shoulder) is also likely to miss this week's game but be ready for the season opener. The 49ers have signed cornerback / safety, Fred White of the waivers from the Chargers. The 49ers have released Ramos MacDonald a cornerback signed mid-way through last season. At this point, Jeff Posey is set to start over Julian Peterson. With Chris Dalman done for the year, Jeremy Newberry will take over at center. Dave Fiore is now expected to start. Ken Norton Jr. has returned to the practise field after suffering a neck injury. The 49ers placed London Dunlap (LB, 6-3, 232, R, Texas Christian), Griff Yates (RB, 5-11, 205, R, Southern Oregon), Chris Dalman (C, 6-3, 297, 8th Year, Stanford)on the injured resever list. Meanwhile, Garrison Hearst (RB, 5-11, 215, 8th Year, Georgia) was placed on the physically unable to perform list. The 49ers waived Trey Pennington (TE, 6-5, 260, R, South Carolina) The 49ers roster now stands at 72, but must be cut to 65 by the end of today. Greg Clark will be activated. Paul Smith has been put on the physically unable to perform list. The waived players so far are cornerback Mikki Allen, wide receivers Jermaine Arrington and Eric Chew, defensive linemen Daniel Greer, Tony Plantin and Danny Scott, and kicker James Tuthill. Chad Stanely has won the punter job, and will start for the second consecutive season. The 49ers are very happy with the play of Ahmed Plummer thus far. The 49ers seem to have made their decision at safety... for the moment Lance Schulters and Peirson Prioleau will be the starters. Scott Gragg appears to be the forerunner to start at right tackle. It appears that the worst might be over for Garrison Hearst. Tyronne Hopson underwent emergency Gull Bladder surgery, but is recovering. Fred Beasely is still looking to recover from an ankle injury. Terry Jackson has been very good as Beasely's replacement. The 49ers will likely carry 4 QBs. Hi! I'm back and ready to get 49ers Paradise back into shape! June 24th, 2000 The 49ers are likely to sign eight year veteran, former 49ers, DE, Roy Barker. The 49ers have re-signed S Zack Bronson to a one-year contract. Bronson had been a restricted free agent tendered at $472,000. The team waived the following undrafted free agents: DT Bo Barzilauskas, DT James Brumbaugh, CB Drae Harris, S Tracy Hart, S B.J. Williams, OL Dustin Owen and LB Al Rice. Training camp starts on July 15th. The 49ers had former DE Ray Brown in for a work out. DE's Anthony Cook and Anthony Pleasant were also in for workouts. Rick Mirer was signed by the 49ers. Steve Young will announce his retirement today. June 12th, 2000 Rick Mirer and the 49ers may already have a new deal in place. Steve Young is expected to retire on Monday. DE Ferric Collons and LB John Haskins have had try outs with the 49ers. The 49ers had Kevin Williams in for a try out. The 49ers have signed Greg Clark to a three-year, $6.7-million. LB Edward Thomas to a one-year contract for $193,000. The 49ers are very close to re-signing Greg Clark. The 49ers signed linebacker Jason Lamar. Matt Willig to a one-year, $440,000 deal that included a $20,000 signing bonus. DE Gabe Wilkins has been released. He finished his time with the 9ers recording just one sac in two seasons. The 49ers and Jerry Rice have come to terms on a new contract that will save the 9ers 1.2 million this year, and 4 million next season. The 49ers have released undrafted free agent, linebackers, Ricky Smith and LB Brennen Swanson. The 49ers have traded RW McQuarters for an undisclosed draft pick with the Chicago Bears. Contrary to ealier reports, Young has not been cleared by the 49ers to play, and was just now granted permission to talk to Denver. There is speculation that the 49ers and Bears are working on a trade involving RW McQuarters. The 49ers are in danger of losing their first round pick next season due to breaking salary cap rules in the past. The 49ers are working with Jeff Garcia on a new contract. The 49ers are close to signing offensive tackle Matt Willig formerly of the Rams. Garrison Hearst is set to have his cast removed today (June 2nd) The 49ers released UDFA's DL Daniel Beneteka and TE Joe Dean Davenport. June 2nd, 2000 The 49ers are moving defensive end Jeff Posey to a back up linebacker position. The 49ers worked out TE Johnny McWilliams formerly of the Cardinals. The 49ers are apparently extremely close to a contract with Rice. An announcemnet could be made as early as the end of the weekend. Steve Young has been medically cleared to play. RW McQuarters may be cut. Gabe Wilkins' agent has contacted the 49ers to try and reduce Wilkins' salary in the hopes of keeping him on the team. The 49ers worked out OT Scott Gragg. Ken Norton Jr. and fellow LB Winfred Tubbs are switching spots. Norton will now man the middle so that he can tutor draftee Julian Peterson during the game and practices. The move was Norton's idea. Former 49ers running back, Lawrence Phillips was once again arrested. Free agent offensive tackle, James Atkins, formerly of Baltimore and Seattle, worked out for the 49ers after practice. The 49ers intend to sign an offensive tackle sometime after June first to add depth to their depleted squad. The 49ers also looked at tackles Scott Gragg and Matt Willig. No decision on Wilkins of McQuarters has been made yet. The two have been the subject of much speculation about being released after June first. Jerry Rice, JJ Stokes, and Terrell Owens were all in attendance at the mini-camp. Steve Young is expected to make a decision about his future soon. The 49ers are holding a mini-camp for selected veterans and draft picks. The 49ers are considering tendering Bruce Armstrong a contract. Armstrong would add much needed depth to the OT position, especially with Fiore's injury. Steve Young and his wife are expecting their first child. May 29th, 2000 The 49ers are reportedly getting really close to a new contract agreement with Jerry Rice. Former 49ers defensive back, Craig Newsome, has decided to coach at a lower level for the time being. He will likely return to the NFL for training camps. Former 49ers defensive back, who participated in the last mini-camp, Marqueze Pope, has signed with the Raiders. The link to the May 21st story has been fixed. Sorry everyone. In the future please e-mail me if you notice a problem. Announcing Brad's 49ers Corner! This new exciting feature of 49ers Paradise is sure to be a blast. For those of you who already subscribe to the 49ers Paradise Newsletter, you already know Brad. Recently we have worked together create Brad's 49ers Corner, a site set up so that everyone can read Brad's newsletter articles, and to encourage coversation in the Forum. This will also allow you to read back versions of his articles. I encourage you to take a look, by either clicking the link at the bottom of the site, or off on the left hand side! May 21st, 2000 The 49ers are getting even closer to changeing Rice's contract thereby keeping him in SF until he retires. The 49ers are very interested in re-signing OL Jeff Buckey, especially now that Fiore will be gone until training camp. Buckey is a good player and will add much needed depth to the OL. First however the 9ers will have to clear some cap room. The 49ers are concerned about Fiore's surgery. The 49ers and Jerry Rice seem to close to a deal that would keep Rice in SF for the remainder of his career. Recent reports suggest that the may show an interest in free agent WR/KR Kevin Williams later this summer. The problem with Ame Info has been corrected. The Broncos apparently also have interest in WR Jerry Rice, the 49ers are considering pressing tampering charges. |
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