Jaquiski Tartt is unlikely to start at safety during the 2015 season. But after two exhibition games, it's evident the second-round draft pick from Samford will make an impact on special teams and in a backup role with the 49ers.In San Francisco's 23-6 victory over the Cowboys this past weekend, Tartt played significant time at safety, recording two tackles and making a big hit on former 49ers receiver A.J. Jenkins. And, as Oscar Aparicio of SB Nation noted this week, Tartt received a strong grade of +1.6 from the analytic website Pro Football Focus for his performance against Dallas, when he played roles as a traditional safety and as a hybrid safety/linebacker – near the line of scrimmage – in the nickel defense. Against Dallas he showed his versatility and intelligence, coming up to make stops while also breaking up a deep pass. The week before, against the Texans, Tartt had six tackles, including one for a loss on a blitz.Tartt also has been an eager special teams performer this summer. Recently, he told a writer for the 49ers website that he's competing with L.J. McCray, another young safety, to see who can record the most tackles on special teams.Eric Reid and...
Niners Excited by Jaquiski Tartt’s Play and Potential
Aug 26, 2015 at 8:45 AM
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