Tom Jensen
Writer at Sports Illustrated
49ers columnist for https://t.co/ZZM51Nel7H. Creator at Ninercast on YouTube. Radio reporter covering the Niners in the 80s. Writing a Sci-Fi novel.
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1 week ago |
si.com | Tom Jensen
On the defensive side of the ball, the 49ers draft makes sense, stop the run at all levels and build versatility front to back. On offense, the story is the same as always, Kyle Shanahan adds to his toy collection. George Kittle for a 2nd round pick, what would you do? I’d make the trade. The Niners need to be honest with themselves about where they are, building the future core. Who made the offer? The Jets, Rams, and Seahawks took tight ends in the 2nd. No division trades are made.
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2 weeks ago |
myrtlebeachonline.com | Tom Jensen
On defense, holes were filled and followed a clear run-stuffing blueprint, led by two A picks in Georgia edge Mykel Williams and Indiana defensive tackle C.J. West. On offense, questionable team building with no long-term planning. Same ol'. The national assessment of the 49ers draft is a backup chorus belting out, "If I could reeeeeeeach…higher!" followed by horrific grades. Whether that comes from PFF, Mel Kiper Jr., or Gloria Estefan they're not wrong.
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2 weeks ago |
si.com | Tom Jensen
For weeks, the 49ers draft debate has been Mykel Williams vs. Shemar Stewart vs. Walter Nolen. Now a fourth wheel has been added in Mason Graham, who may fall to 11. In his press conference this week, John Lynch spoke often about the value of process. Since the assumption was Graham would not last to 11, he hasn’t been part of that process. Will they pivot to him on draft day if Graham falls, or do they trust their process?
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3 weeks ago |
si.com | Tom Jensen
The 49ers’ 30 visits are complete and provide breadcrumbs to follow on how they may approach the NFL Draft. This is mock four of five on what I think they’ll do, the final version will go up before the draft begins in Green Bay Thursday night. THE TOP TENThe top three appear to be set, Miami QB Cam Ward, Colorado DB/WR Travis Hunter, and Penn State Edge Abdul Carter in that order. New England takes a tackle and reportedly prefers LSU’s Will Campbell.
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1 month ago |
si.com | Tom Jensen
The 49ers enter this draft needing stars while also searching for identity, who they are and how they’ll win. That leads to decisions on a deeper level than selecting the best player available. CHARACTER: Mike Green Mike Green, the player, answers every question. The Marshall edge is the NCAA leader in sacks with 17, is recognized by draft analysts as having the deepest arsenal of pass rush moves, can play the run and the pass.
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My post-draft Niner take. https://t.co/usyswXFWEk
Mock 4, what I think the Niners will do. Chicago gets in the way early. This is a draft of starter/playmakers who are incomplete. Strengths and weaknesses in volume, but a ton of guys that can contribute quickly. https://t.co/aYzrpzIBkH
Lots of draft talk in my latest column. https://t.co/fTOX3wMbyj