49ers Offensive Line

Originally posted by thl408:

Originally posted by WRATHman44:

Originally posted by LasVegasWally:

Originally posted by NCommand:
Just theorizing here but I wonder if the coaching staff is slowly installing the playbook for Boone by giving him the easier of the ZBS's and playbook at LG...as he learns more, works more in at T like Tomsula already stated he'd do.

He's a very good tackle and I read that the footwork for the LG is the same as LT.

Maybe they know something about Staley we don't are doing it just in case??

They've both shown they can protect the left edge. Staley's getting a little older, and he's been dinged up before, so it makes sense to have a backup ready to go. STill not completely sold on Pears as a RT, especially if we're gonna be pulling Boone from LG to run power right. At least he should be a more consistent pass protector than Davis.

It almost seems counter productive to put Boone at LG for power runs, then have Pears at RT. Based on how poorly Pears has graded as a run blocker at Guard (PFF), my guess is that he isn't a very strong guy. So why put Pears at RT where they plan to pull Boone towards to attack with power runs? I think Tomsula did mention something about Pears working on getting stronger, so it's something the team is addressing.

Not sure they won't put Boone back at RT but he can be more versatile with work at LG. Will be able to fill any of four positions. I'll be disappointed if Thomas and Martin don't take the G spots as I see them as long range solutions. If Boone is gone next year they'll be a year more ready though.

Originally posted by dtg_9er:

Originally posted by LasVegasWally:

Originally posted by SofaKing:

I'm cool with that. Staley and Boone would make a very good left side. One of the young guys is bound to step up and claim the RG spot.

We're in decent shape. Just read Evan Mathis was released by the Eagles. Arguably the best zone blocking guard in the league. The team could look into bringing him in. Depends on his salary demands. Sounds like he wants a big deal.

Love to have him but IMO - a big deal is out of the question.

I always trust Baalke to make a sensible decision on salaries so it's more a matter of his being the best fit...or not!

If cut Brooks right now and give Mathis his contract if he'd take it. Staley, Mathis, Martin, Thomas and Boone could end up being a top 3 O-line IMO.

Originally posted by ModestoNiner33:
If cut Brooks right now and give Mathis his contract if he'd take it. Staley, Mathis, Martin, Thomas and Boone could end up being a top 3 O-line IMO.

Would be curious as to why Mathis was expendable...cost cutting? Injury? Only played 9 games last year.

Originally posted by dtg_9er:

Originally posted by ModestoNiner33:
If cut Brooks right now and give Mathis his contract if he'd take it. Staley, Mathis, Martin, Thomas and Boone could end up being a top 3 O-line IMO.

Would be curious as to why Mathis was expendable...cost cutting? Injury? Only played 9 games last year.

Kelly wants a culture to take shape in Philly and everyone who does not fall in line are subject to being categorized as old news or out with the garbage.

He really believes he is about to revolutionize football.

With all these bad news thats been hitting us in the offseason, we're due for at least one good news, hopefully the signing of Mathis will be that one good news, but I doubt it. He's probably looking for a big contract but you'll never know, stranger things had happened in this league before.

Originally posted by 808niner4lyphe:
With all these bad news thats been hitting us in the offseason, we're due for at least one good news, hopefully the signing of Mathis will be that one good news, but I doubt it. He's probably looking for a big contract but you'll never know, stranger things had happened in this league before.

What about the offseason has come as a surprise other than Willis, Borland and Davis?

Why can't the good news be that our young players are gaining valuable experience and getting better?

Why can't the good news be that we have an emerging leader in Aldon Smith, who by all accounts is right behind Bowman in terms of respect of the voice on that defense?

Why does everything have to be centered around the mainstream narrative that the sky is falling?

Originally posted by reasonable1:

Originally posted by 808niner4lyphe:
With all these bad news thats been hitting us in the offseason, we're due for at least one good news, hopefully the signing of Mathis will be that one good news, but I doubt it. He's probably looking for a big contract but you'll never know, stranger things had happened in this league before.

What about the offseason has come as a surprise other than Willis, Borland and Davis?

Why can't the good news be that our young players are gaining valuable experience and getting better?

Why can't the good news be that we have an emerging leader in Aldon Smith, who by all accounts is right behind Bowman in terms of respect of the voice on that defense?

Why does everything have to be centered around the mainstream narrative that the sky is falling?

All of those should be an automatic given, not news.

Is there really any reason why we shouldn't go after Evan Mathis? I think our weakness is at guard and Mathis is one of the best zone guards in the NFL. Boone should start at right tackle and have Thomas and Martin battle for the other guard spot. With Lee Davis Willis Smith Gore Borland leaving and most likely boldin and Vernon next year. We should have room for a big lineman contract right?

I hope they settle in on the OL soon so they get used to who is on either side of them. It needs to be a cohesive unit.

Originally posted by ninergold:
I hope they settle in on the OL soon so they get used to who is on either side of them. It needs to be a cohesive unit.

that is what pre season is for starting with camp and picking it up next month, its about finding the right guys,its not a sprint

Originally posted by cciowa:

Originally posted by ninergold:

I hope they settle in on the OL soon so they get used to who is on either side of them. It needs to be a cohesive unit.

that is what pre season is for starting with camp and picking it up next month, its about finding the right guys,its not a sprint

But the more time that they can spend playing as a "unit" the better off they will be heading into the season.

I don't want it to take 3 or 4 preseason games to decide on who the starters will be.

Originally posted by reasonable1:
Kelly wants a culture to take shape in Philly and everyone who does not fall in line are subject to being categorized as old news or out with the garbage.

He really believes he is about to revolutionize football.

Good point! I don't see his system as sustainable and believe the team will be worn out by the playoffs, but who knows. Some of the old vets aren't likely to buy in so I don't blame him for getting rid of them.

But who knows? When Walsh brought his offense to the NFL people laughed at him and called it a gimmick offense. One difference between the two coaches is that Walsh worked quickly and smart, but I'm not sure yet how smart Kelly's system is. Would like to know more about his practices. BW had short, scripted practices that covered everything but there was no wasted time.

Originally posted by InsertNameHere:

Originally posted by cciowa:

Originally posted by ninergold:
I hope they settle in on the OL soon so they get used to who is on either side of them. It needs to be a cohesive unit.

that is what pre season is for starting with camp and picking it up next month, its about finding the right guys,its not a sprint

But the more time that they can spend playing as a "unit" the better off they will be heading into the season.

I don't want it to take 3 or 4 preseason games to decide on who the starters will be.

understand your point and of course you are right.

Originally posted by InsertNameHere:

Originally posted by cciowa:

Originally posted by ninergold:
I hope they settle in on the OL soon so they get used to who is on either side of them. It needs to be a cohesive unit.

that is what pre season is for starting with camp and picking it up next month, its about finding the right guys,its not a sprint

But the more time that they can spend playing as a "unit" the better off they will be heading into the season.

I don't want it to take 3 or 4 preseason games to decide on who the starters will be.

Disagree somewhat. I think it will be great to have them cross training and fighting for the spot until the season begins. That would indicate great depth and lessen the concern about injuries.


Edit: as long as they identify their top 8 or 9 guys.

Originally posted by dtg_9er:

Originally posted by ModestoNiner33:
If cut Brooks right now and give Mathis his contract if he'd take it. Staley, Mathis, Martin, Thomas and Boone could end up being a top 3 O-line IMO.

Would be curious as to why Mathis was expendable...cost cutting? Injury? Only played 9 games last year.

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