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And now, NFL training camps could have that same "anything might happen" feel. Because the lockout scrambled the whole free-agent signing process, NFL camps have opened without a full complement of veteran players.
The San Francisco 49ers have confirmed the team's 2011 dates and times for their four preseason games, all of which will air live on KPIX-TV CBS 5.
Six-time Pro Bowl receiver Randy Moss is retiring, according to his agent.
Former Raiders Pro Bowl cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha has signed with the Philadelphia Eagles.
A hyped-up Jim Harbaugh bounced from drill to drill, observing the offensive line, quarterbacks and special teams units as his first practice in charge of the San Francisco 49ers began at last.
Alex Smith signed his one-year free agent contract Friday as expected, giving new coach and former NFL quarterback Jim Harbaugh an experienced starter for 2011.
The new NFL agreement has changed the rules for how teams spend their money on players, and is a major factor in the free-agent merry-go-round.
Colin Kaepernick will be the primary quarterback when the Niners hit the practice field for the first time on Friday, taking the majority of the snaps until Alex Smith and other free agents are allowed to join the team next week.
The San Francisco 49ers have cut ties with cornerback Nate Clements.
The San Francisco 49ers have signed all 10 draft picks, making sure a full rookie class will be in attendance at the start of training camp.
At this point it appears Alex Smith will again be the starting quarterback for the 49ers. John Madden told the KCBS morning crew he doesn't think draftee Colin Kaepernick is ready.
The San Francisco 49ers reached agreement Wednesday on a five-year contract with defensive lineman Ray McDonald, according to a person with knowledge of the negotiations.
A shared stadium between the San Francisco 49ers and Oakland Raiders has been discussed under the new NFL labor agreement, and executives for both teams said Tuesday they are open to future talks.
Jim Harbaugh is suddenly experiencing all the anxiety that comes with being a first-year NFL coach. One who has been forced into hurry-up mode because of the lockout.
The NFL labor dispute appears to be nearing an end as player representatives get ready to vote on a new deal.
